“Quarterback Josh Allen can show off his big arm with Brown, who averages 15.3 yards per catch for his career,” Moton wrote. “The big-bodied receiver would bring a much-needed explosive element to the Bills’ aerial attack.”
The trade would also give Coleman a fresh start, allowing him to grow into the potential he flashed at times through his first two seasons in Buffalo.
The Bills could bring back Cooks, who was picked up on waivers in December and quickly became a top target for Allen, but it’s not clear if he can continue the level of production over the course of an entire season.
Changes Coming for the Bills
Even if the Bills shy away from a big move like trading for Brown, many analysts believe the team will overhaul its wide receiving corps. The unit struggled throughout the season, with receivers failing to get separation and opposing defenses putting pressure on Allen as a result.
SI.com’s Randy Gurzi predicted the Bills would part ways with veteran Curtis Samuel, who has struggled with injuries throughout his two seasons in Buffalo and failed to find a meaningful role in the offense.
“Curtis Samuel signed a three-year deal with Buffalo worth $24 million ahead of the 2024 season,” Gurzi noted. “Samuel had more than 600 yards in each of the previous two seasons with the Washington Commanders before signing with the Bills, but hasn’t been much of a factor.”
The Bills could also part ways with Coleman, even if they can’t find a trade partner. The second-year receiver became a point of contention after the team fired head coach Sean McDermott, with owner Terry Pegula emphasizing at a press conference that it was McDermott who pushed to draft Coleman.