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ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 28: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills warms up prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Highmark Stadium on December 28, 2025 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
The Bills might be in the market for an elite wide receiver this offseason. Buffalo needs to find a legitimate No. 1 option for Josh Allen to throw to, and one high-profile player could be making waves in the trade discussions.
Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown could be on the move this offseason, and if Philadelphia is looking to move him, the Bills need to pick up the phone immediately.
Bills Trading for Brown Could Be a “Dream Scenario”
Brown might be the crucial missing piece to elevate Buffalo’s offense, and according to Moe Moton from Bleacher Report, trading for Brown could be a “dream scenario” for the Bills.
“This blockbuster move will generate lasting buzz, and it would be an ideal fit for both parties if the Buffalo Bills can reallocate their cap space to gain more flexibility,” Moton wrote on Tuesday. “The Bills are about $12.3 million over the cap threshold.
“Financial hurdles aside, the Bills can make a splashy move that will transform their mediocre pass-catching group. In 2025, Khalil Shakir led the team with 72 catches and 719 receiving yards. He’s the best of a unit that desperately needs a go-to target and an explosive playmaker. A.J. Brown checks both boxes.”
The Bills ought to seriously consider a trade for Brown, even though it might require them to give up a few significant draft picks.
The decision by Buffalo to dismiss head coach Sean McDermott on Jan. 19 stemmed from the Bills’ inability to reach the Super Bowl under his leadership. As they move forward, the team should adopt the same aggressive approach in talent acquisition this offseason as they did when parting ways with McDermott.
Brown has played in two Super Bowls, winning one and losing the other while with the Eagles. He could lend his Super Bowl experience to a team that is looking to turn the tide and improve its chances.
In 105 career games, Brown has recorded a total of 8,029 receiving yards and scored 56 touchdowns. He might even have better statistics playing alongside Allen, who would be the best quarterback he’s ever teamed up with in his career.
Buffalo Could Face a Few Issues
The main issue with the Bills possibly trading for Brown is that the Eagles need to be open to moving him. As of Tuesday, it doesn’t seem to be a foregone conclusion that Brown will be on the move.
“According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the Philadelphia Eagles have not yet engaged in trade talks involving Brown,” Moton added. “However, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler talked to league executives who expect the Eagles to at least entertain offers for the three-time Pro Bowler.”
If the Eagles decide to open negotiations with Brown, the Bills may face significant competition, potentially even from a team in their own division.
The New England Patriots may also be eyeing a top wide receiver this offseason, and they have plenty of draft capital and salary cap space to make a deal happen for Brown.
The coming month will be interesting to see how the Bills strengthen their core.
Danny Fisher Is a football journalist covering the Buffalo Bills for Heavy.com. He has covered the NFL for Gridiron Heroics, focusing on the AFC and Penn State football for Nittany Central. More about Danny Fisher
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