Thomas, the Jaguars’ first-round pick in 2024 (24th overall), enjoyed a breakout rookie season with 87 receptions, 1,282 yards, and 10 touchdowns. He averaged 14.7 yards per catch on 133 targets for a potent Jaguars’ aerial attack. In 2025, however, production dipped to 707 yards on 48 receptions with two TDs, hampered by a high ankle sprain and a wrist injury that affected his consistency.
The dip came as Jacksonville added several new receivers, including Jakobi Meyers, Travis Hunter, and Parker Washington, which sometimes left Thomas in a rotational role and exposed him to more limited opportunities. Graziano noted that there is no current indication the Jaguars plan to trade him, but teams are monitoring the situation as depth charts shift.
For the Patriots, Thomas would represent a high-ceiling, low-risk option to bolster receiver depth alongside a young core that includes quarterback Drake Maye and wide receiver Kyle Williams. At 23 years old, Thomas offers the potential for long-term growth within a disciplined, NFL-ready system.
Any potential move would depend on the Jaguars’ willingness to part with a key playmaker. While the injury history presents considerations, Thomas’ explosiveness and playmaking ability could appeal to a Patriots team seeking to diversify its passing attack and support a developing offense.
