Buffalo Bills Pursue Chris Olave Before NFL Trade Deadline

Buffalo, NY – The Buffalo Bills are exploring potential trades ahead of the NFL‘s 4 p.m. ET deadline on Tuesday, November 4. Among the players they are interested in is New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave, according to reports.

Olave, a former Ohio State star, has excelled in his first two NFL seasons, surpassing 1,000 receiving yards each year. Despite an injury-shortened season last year, he has rebounded in 2025 with 55 catches for 560 yards and three touchdowns in just nine games. Acquiring Olave would bolster the Bills’ receiving corps and make him their top wideout.

The Bills have contacted the Saints in recent weeks, but sources indicate New Orleans is not eager to part with Olave, who is under contract through the 2026 season. The Saints may be more open to trading their second wide receiver, Rashid Shaheed, as he is set to become a free agent at season’s end.

The Bills, currently 5-2 and led by reigning NFL MVP Josh Allen, are in need of a reliable target in the passing game. After trading Stefon Diggs last season, the team has struggled to find a consistent WR. Slot receiver Khalil Shakir currently leads the team with 31 receptions, but they are seeking a more established option.

Buffalo is also rumored to be exploring trade options for Las Vegas Raiders veteran Jakobi Meyers, though the Raiders have set a high price for their standout receiver.

FanSided reported on potential offers, noting that Olave’s value is significant, and a deal may require a combination of draft picks. Analysts have suggested that the Bills might need to part with multiple future picks to make the trade happen.

The upcoming deadline will test the Bills’ commitment to fortifying their roster. NFL insiders believe that acquiring Olave could help elevate Buffalo’s championship aspirations this season. With the right trade offer, the Bills could shift the balance of their passing attack in a competitive AFC.