Bills Rumors Ignite: Should Buffalo Acquire Calvin Ridley?
The Buffalo Bills are reportedly once again at the center of trade buzz, with whispers suggesting they are contemplating a move for Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley. As the Bills look to solidify their offense for a Super Bowl push, the question remains: is Ridley the missing piece?
The Titans, seemingly headed for a rebuild following a disappointing start to the season and the firing of their head coach, may be looking to move veterans on large contracts. Ridley’s four-year, $92 million deal, which includes significant cap hits in future years, makes him a prime trade candidate for a team shifting focus.
For the Bills, the interest is clear. Despite having solid players like Keon Coleman and Khalil Shakir, Buffalo needs a proven, dynamic receiver who can consistently demand defensive attention. A change of sceneryโand an upgrade to Josh Allen at quarterbackโcould be exactly what the doctor ordered for Ridley, who has shown flashes of his 1,000-yard form but has struggled to find consistency in Tennessee.
However, the acquisition isn’t without risk. Ridley is nearing 31 and currently carries a hefty contract, which a contending team like Buffalo would have to absorb or restructure. Furthermore, he is currently dealing with a hamstring injury, adding a layer of uncertainty.
Ultimately, a trade for Ridley is a bet on ceiling over security. If the Bills can acquire the former first-rounder for a reasonable draft pickโperhaps a mid-round selectionโand he reverts to his elite route-running self, it could be a game-changing move. For Buffalo, a team in a championship window, taking a calculated risk on a high-upside player like Ridley makes sense to bolster the receiving corps for a deep playoff run.