The Las Vegas Raiders are actively exploring the best trade scenarios for wide receiver Davante Adams this season. With the Kansas City Chiefs being a potential landing spot for the All-Pro player, the Raiders have a significant requirement that must be met before any deal can proceed.
The Chiefs have faced challenges in their wide receiver corps this season, suffering from the highest drop rate in the league. In an effort to bolster their receiving options, Kansas City added veteran Marquise Brown and rookie Xavier Worthy during the offseason. However, the situation has taken a turn for the worse, as Brown is expected to be sidelined for several months following surgery for a sternoclavicular injury he sustained during the team’s first preseason game. Adding to their woes, second-year receiver Rashee Rice has also encountered injury troubles; he suffered a knee injury in Week 4, raising concerns that he may miss the remainder of the season.
As the Chiefs aim for a third consecutive Super Bowl title, they find themselves in a critical position to make a bold move for additional wide receiver help ahead of the trade deadline. This is particularly important given that tight end Travis Kelce has had a slow start to the season, further highlighting the need for a reliable pass-catching option.
According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, the Chiefs have expressed interest in acquiring Adams but are hesitant about meeting the current market price. She noted on X that teams like Kansas City and Buffalo are keeping a close watch on the situation and are more likely to engage if the Raiders are willing to take on some of Adams’ salary.
Adams is slated to earn $13.5 million from Week 5 through the end of the season, a figure that will decrease by approximately $970,000 each week leading up to the trade deadline on November 5. Some desperate teams may consider trading for Adams sooner in the hopes of absorbing a larger portion of his salary. However, both the Bills and the Chiefs seem to be adopting a patient approach, preferring to wait for the $13.5 million salary owed to the 31-year-old receiver to diminish and for the Raiders to agree to cover some of that cost.
As the trade deadline approaches, the dynamics surrounding Adams’ potential move could shift rapidly, depending on how teams evaluate their needs and the willingness of the Raiders to negotiate on salary. For the Chiefs, acquiring Adams would not only enhance their offensive capabilities but also provide a much-needed boost in their pursuit of another championship. The situation remains fluid, and the coming weeks will be crucial as teams make their final decisions regarding trades.