Following Stefon Diggs’ departure, the Buffalo Bills find themselves in need of a standout wide receiver, while the Tennessee Titans are seeking draft picks to bolster their roster amidst a rebuild centered around quarterback Will Levis. A recent proposal hints at a mutually beneficial solution, suggesting a potential Day 1 trade at the NFL Draft.
According to an article by Bleacher Report’s Alex Kay on April 15, the Bills could orchestrate a trade with the Titans, maneuvering up to the No. 7 overall spot. This move would secure them a top-tier receiving prospect from the draft pool. In return, the Titans would acquire a collection of Day 2 draft picks, providing them with the opportunity to enhance their team’s talent across various positions.
Bills Secure Premier Wideout
The Bills enter the draft with a depleted receiving unit, having traded Diggs and lost Gabe Davis in free agency. However, Kay highlighted the depth of this year’s wide receiver class, suggesting that trading up to Tennessee’s spot could secure them one of the top prospects.
According to Kay, acquiring more receiving talent is crucial for the Bills following the departure of Diggs and Davis. Moving up to No. 7 would likely guarantee them one of the top receivers in the draft class, such as Marvin Harrison Jr., Rome Odunze, or Malik Nabers, as ranked by the Bleacher Report Scouting Department.
However, Kay anticipated that moving more than 20 spots up from their No. 28 pick would come at a considerable cost, possibly involving their top three picks this year and a first-round pick in 2025. This potential move would mark one of the most significant draft maneuvers for the Bills in a decade, reminiscent of their moves to select Sammy Watkins in 2014 and Josh Allen in 2018.
Bills GM Brandon Beane has a history of bold draft moves, having traded up in the first round in recent years. Support for such a move seems to exist within the organization, with Von Miller endorsing a trade-up for a receiver on social media. While some analysts predict the Bills will target a wideout in the draft, opinions vary on whether they will trade into the top 10. For instance, in a mock draft by Nick Wojton, the Bills are projected to move up two spots to select Adonai Mitchell from Texas.
Additional Transactions Expected Post-Draft
Addressing reporters following the announcement of the Diggs trade, Beane hinted at further moves in free agency to bolster the wide receiving group. He emphasized the ongoing work required on the roster before the start of the season, highlighting the need to explore all options to enhance depth and competition across various positions.
Beane conveyed confidence in the team’s offensive lineup, including receivers, tight ends, and running backs. He emphasized the importance of thorough evaluation and continuous efforts to strengthen the roster, ensuring a competitive team ready to contend when the season kicks off in September.