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Which receiver trades could the Chiefs consider before the deadline?

It’s deadline season, which means we’re back to wide receiver talk. There will come a time when that’s no longer the case for the Kansas City Chiefs. Today is not that day. Tyquan Thornton is (more or less) out for…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 1:45 PM
Which receiver trades could the Chiefs consider before the deadline?
Key Things to Know
  • Brandon Kiley argues the Kansas City Chiefs should pursue realistic, lower-tier wide receiver trades before the deadline.
  • Kiley identifies Dontayvion Wicks and Kayshon Boutte as the best schematic fits for the Chiefs' offense.
  • Tyquan Thornton is sidelined for the year, leaving Kansas City lacking an outside receiver who beats man coverage.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Brandon Kiley of Arrowhead Pride analyzes potential wide receiver trade targets for the Kansas City Chiefs ahead of the NFL trade deadline. With Tyquan Thornton sidelined for the year and the passing attack struggling, Kiley argues the Chiefs need an outside receiver capable of separating against man coverage. Rather than pursuing superstars, Kiley suggests realistic lower-tier additions who could fit the offense at an affordable price.

Kiley highlights several potential targets, pinpointing Philadelphia's Dontayvion Wicks and Houston's Kayshon Boutte as the best schematic fits to replace Thornton's deep-threat role. Other possible trade options outlined include Josh Downs, Quentin Johnston, Treylon Burks, Laquon Treadwell, and Dyami Brown, while noting Rashee Rice is expected to return from a hamstring injury.

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