The Buffalo Bills may be looking to add another significant weapon to their offense, which has embraced a more balanced passing approach since parting ways with top targets Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis. With quarterback Josh Allen now spreading the ball around to a deeper receiver group, the team has brought in veterans and drafted Keon Coleman to support this new offensive style. Still, some believe the Bills should add one more playmaker before the 2025 season begins.
Chris Olave Emerges as a Potential Trade Target
According to Alan Saunders of Steelers Now, the Pittsburgh Steelers have begun initial discussions about potentially trading for New Orleans Saints wideout Chris Olave, who has recorded back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons. While the talks are still in their early stages, the news has sparked speculation that the Bills should also pursue the 24-year-old receiver.
Though there’s no clear indication that New Orleans is actively shopping Olave, the idea of a trade has drawn interest. Bills fans and analysts have floated the possibility of Buffalo making a move to acquire him—especially as he enters the final year of his rookie deal, worth $19 million.
Back in March, Matt Parrino of New York Upstate mentioned Olave as a potential Bills target, despite concerns about his concussion history. He noted that the team might also consider Minnesota’s Jordan Addison as part of any draft-day trade strategy.
Through his first three seasons, Olave has totaled 191 catches, 2,565 yards, and 10 touchdowns—numbers that suggest he could quickly become a top option in Buffalo’s receiving corps.
Keon Coleman Poised for a Bigger Role
While the idea of acquiring Olave is exciting, the Bills also seem confident in Keon Coleman’s development. The former Florida State standout had a promising but injury-limited rookie season. ESPN’s Ben Solak highlighted Coleman’s potential as a physical, big-play receiver who can win contested catches and improve his route-running tree in his second year.
Solak noted that Coleman’s performance against man coverage and his agility after the catch suggest a high ceiling. With more reps and expanded responsibilities in 2025, he’s expected to continue earning Josh Allen’s trust.
The Bills didn’t heavily invest in the receiver position during the 2024 NFL Draft, selecting only Kaden Prather late in the seventh round. However, they did bolster the group in free agency, signing Elijah Moore and Laviska Shenault Jr., who may contribute on offense and special teams.
Still, the buzz around Chris Olave suggests that Buffalo isn’t done looking for ways to give Josh Allen another high-level target in a competitive AFC.
