{
  "id": 17534928,
  "title": "‘Disrespectful,’ ‘BTJ Is Gone’ — Jaguars Fans Believe Jacksonville Just Dropped a Hint It’s Trading Brian Thomas Jr.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/disrespectful-btj-is-gone-jaguars-fans-believe-jacksonville-just",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T04:34:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/disrespectful-btj-gone-jaguars-fans-043441687.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Jacksonville Jaguars' season began strongly with a 4-2 record, and they are atop the AFC South. Linebacker Jamal Hill was elevated to the Week 8 game-day roster for Sunday's matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. However, fans have been wondering about the future of wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. after he was notably absent from the team's Halloween post. The post, which featured a parody of the horror movie \"Weapons,\" highlighted the Jaguars' upcoming matchup against the Colts. Travis Hunter, Parker Washington, Jakobi Meyers, Brenton Strange, and Bhayshul Tuten were all included in the post, but Thomas was notably absent. Fans quickly took to X to express their disbelief and speculate about Thomas' future with the team. Some believed that the omission was intentional, while others connected it to Thomas' reduced role in the passing game. The Jaguars have denied actively trading Thomas but acknowledge that they are not actively opposing trade interest. Despite his Pro Bowl rookie season, Thomas' production has dropped significantly in 2025, with only nine receptions for 105 yards and one touchdown in six games. His absence from the Halloween graphic has reignited trade speculation, with one rival executive suggesting that the team could receive a Day 2 pick if they decide to move him.",
  "summary": "The Jacksonville Jaguars are off to a 4-2 start and sit atop the AFC South, giving their fans reason to be content early in the campaign. Linebacker Jamal Hill was also elevated to the Week 8 game-day roster ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, adding to the air of positivity around the franchise.",
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  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}