# Daniel Jeremiah: Josh Downs Feels Redundant for Steelers

> Steelers trade target: Brian Thomas Jr. over Josh Downs.
- Title: Daniel Jeremiah: Josh Downs Feels Redundant for Steelers
- Summary: Steelers trade target: Brian Thomas Jr. over Josh Downs. Steelers want a dynamic wide receiver; Brian Thomas Jr. fits Jeremiah's criteria better than Josh…
- Keywords: daniel jeremiah, josh downs, brian thomas jr, pittsburgh steelers, nfl draft, trade target, wide receiver, sports, nfl, Daniel, Jeremiah, Josh
- Source: Steelers Depot — https://steelersdepot.com/2026/11/daniel-jeremiah-josh-downs-feels-redundant-for-steelers-brian-thomas-jr-makes-most-sense-as-trade-target
- Author: Troy Montgomery
- Published: 2026-11-03T00:00:30+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: daniel jeremiah, josh downs, brian thomas jr, pittsburgh steelers, nfl draft, trade target, wide receiver, sports, nfl
## Steelers in good shape
Pittsburgh Steelers sit at 6-2 and first in AFC North heading into bye week.
## Daniel Jeremiah's view
Jeremiah says Josh Downs feels redundant for Steelers offense.

> He feels redundant
## Downs' role in offense
Downs works best in slot but could force Bernard outside.
## Germie Bernard's potential
Bernard is rookie with 32 passes for 284 yards and one touchdown.
## Jeremiah's receiver criteria
Jeremiah wants fast ball and explosive player to pay off running game.

> Is there a fast ball out there? Is there a real dynamic, explosive player to pay off all this running?
## Brian Thomas Jr. fit
Thomas Jr. fits Jeremiah's criteria but Jacksonville may not trade.
## Thomas Jr.'s performance
Thomas Jr. caught 10 passes for 117 yards and two touchdowns this season.
## Thomas Jr.'s potential
Thomas Jr. was Pro Bowl rookie in 2024 but has been disappointing this season.
## Steelers' trade options
Steelers have options for wide receiver but need more offensive firepower.
## Key takeaway

Steelers want a dynamic wide receiver; Brian Thomas Jr. fits Jeremiah's criteria better than Josh Downs.