Bills Get Bad News on Rumored 5,.600--Yard WR Trade Target
The Buffalo Bills are expected to seek some help for their wide receiving corps ahead of Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, but one big target may now be off the table.
The Bills have struggled to get consistent production out of their receivers this season, leading to reports that the team is looking into adding another pass-catcher for quarterback Josh Allen. Though the Bills have been connected to several receivers, Tennessee Titans pass-catcher Calvin Ridley emerged as one of the most accomplished targets.
But Ridley may be out of reach, a new report revealed.
Titans Not Looking to Trade Calvin Ridley
The struggling Titans are expected to be sellers at this week’s trade deadline as they look to gather draft assets for an expected rebuild. Ridley is seen as one of the top potential targets, an accomplished 31-year-old receiver with 404 career receptions for 5,665 yards and 40 touchdowns.
Despite the potential return they could get for Ridley, ESPN’s Turron Davenport reported on Sunday that the Titans are expected to hang onto the receiver.
“The #Titans are not shopping Calvin Ridley as some reports are saying,” Davenport shared in a post on X. “Confirmed with multiple team sources that is not the case. They have, however, received calls about Ridley and other players.”
Davenport’s report seemed to close the door on speculation that the Titans would be willing to part ways with Ridley for a good return. NFL.com insider Ian Rapoport had reported just a day earlier that the Titans were willing to listen to offers.
“Several playoff-bound teams have a need at WR, and Ridley, still just 30, could be had for the right price,” Rapoport wrote on Saturday. “He is currently battling a hamstring issue, which could complicate things, as could his $23 million due this year, of which most comes in his base salary. There are ways to handle a big salary, though, and trades can always happen if both sides want to do a deal.”
Bills Have Other Potential Targets
With the new report closing the door on rumors the Bills could target Ridley, there are several other receivers expected to hit the trade block that they could pursue.
The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported on Saturday that the Bills already made calls on two other wide receivers.
“The Bills were one of the teams that inquired in recent weeks about Saints WR Chris Olave. New Orleans is still expected to retain its top wideout,” Russini wrote. “The Raiders have fielded calls from the Steelers and Bills on WR Jakobi Meyers, but Las Vegas has set a high price.”
The Bills could have other needs at the trade deadline, especially after a pair of devastating injuries to the defense. The team lost defensive tackle Ed Oliver to a torn bicep that is expected to keep him out for the rest of the regular season, with a potential return at the start of the playoffs.
On Sunday, the team lost defensive end Michael Hoecht to a season-ending torn Achilles. Hoecht made his debut in last week’s win over the Carolina Panthers after serving a six-game suspension, leading an aggressive pass rush.
What Dodgers Clayton Kershaw is excited for post-MLB career
Clayton Kershaw has been the face of the Los Angeles Dodgers for more than a decade, dominating the NL West and etching his name into MLB history. Now, as he announced his retirement, the future Hall of Famer has revealed what excites him most about life after baseball. For the Dodgers, Clayton Kershaw has always been more than an ace, and with retirement ahead, his focus is shifting toward family.
The longtime Dodgers star admitted he looks forward to being a dad full-time once he steps away from the mound. Kershaw explained that during the grind of the season, he often missed important family moments. Games, activities, and milestones slipped by because his career demanded constant travel and preparation. Retirement will finally give him the freedom to stay home. He wants to watch his kids grow up without the pull of a demanding MLB schedule.
Kershaw’s honesty shows the human side of a player defined by competitive fire. Dodgers fans have watched him lock in during big games, especially in countless NL West battles. Off the field, however, his priorities have shifted. He wants to trade road trips and postseason pressure for afternoons at little league games and school events. That change is one he embraces without hesitation.
The thought of Clayton Kershaw's retirement also raises questions about the Dodgers’ future rotation. Los Angeles has relied on his stability and leadership for years. Younger pitchers have stepped up in recent seasons, but the void left by his eventual departure will be significant. Still, Kershaw’s reflections remind everyone that the game is only part of a bigger picture. Family now comes first.
As the Dodgers continue their push in the NL West, Kershaw’s perspective serves as both a reminder and an inspiration. His legacy is secure, built on dominance, consistency, and championships. What excites him most, however, is not another Cy Young chase. It is the chance to be fully present for his family. That might prove to be his greatest victory yet.
But could this Dodgers run also mark Kershaw’s unforgettable last dance?
