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Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. could become the club’s emergency trade chip if Anton Harrison’s injury forces an aggressive search for tackle help. Locked On Jaguars host Tony Wiggins said he would consider moving Thomas only for a truly high-level player, underscoring how expensive an outside solution could become while Harrison awaits arthroscopic surgery and a clearer timeline.
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Thomas is not presented as a player Jacksonville wants to shop. Wiggins framed him as an asset worth considering only if the return solves a major problem, not for a marginal upgrade or a short-term depth move. That distinction matters because the Jaguars need to protect quarterback Trevor Lawrence without weakening one of the offense’s premier receiving options.
Harrison (knee) was carted off against the Philadelphia Eagles in London, according to Wiggins, and his procedure will determine whether his absence lasts weeks or potentially much longer. The Jacksonville tackle had moved to the left side, where the official depth chart lists Walker Little as his backup. Little now has the immediate opportunity to hold the job internally rather than force the Jaguars into a trade.
Wiggins argued that Little’s promotion could alter Jacksonville’s play calling, particularly against opponents capable of generating pressure. He pointed to Little’s physicality and hand placement as areas that must improve quickly. A drop-off at tackle would affect both Lawrence’s ability to operate from the pocket and the running game’s consistency, putting more stress on the rest of the offense.
The available trade market may not offer an easy fix. Wiggins mentioned Cleveland Browns tackle Dawand Jones and Miami Dolphins tackle Austin Jackson as possible names, but he cautioned that neither would come cheaply enough to justify a premium pick. His preferred course was clear: let Little take the first shot, preserve Thomas unless a difference-making player becomes available and avoid paying desperation prices for a replacement.
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Jacksonville’s next test comes against the Houston Texans, whose pass-rush pressure could immediately reveal whether Little can stabilize the left side. The upcoming bye would give Harrison additional recovery time and give the coaching staff a chance to adjust if Little’s first extended opportunity exposes a larger need.
Jaguars News and Notes
– Walker Little moves from depth insurance to a pivotal offensive-line role. Wiggins said Jacksonville was right to hold onto the tackle before because quality replacement options are scarce.
– The Jaguars signed a long snapper after Ross Matiscik’s injury, according to Wiggins. The move should keep defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton from continuing to take on special-teams snapping duties and the associated injury risk.
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This story was originally published October 13, 2026 at 11:01 PM.