After trading Stefon Diggs, the Bills decided they didn’t need a top receiver. However, when the chance arose to get a No. 1 receiver, they changed their minds.
After watching Davante Adams, the Bills traded for Amari Cooper, acquiring him for a reduced salary of $806,667 and a third-round pick along with a later pick swap.
This move was a smart response to the Jets’ acquisition of Adams. With a two-game lead and a tiebreaker advantage, the Bills added Cooper to their roster.
Unlike Adams, Cooper made the Pro Bowl in 2023, finishing with 1,250 receiving yards. Though he has only 250 yards this season, that’s partly due to playing with a struggling quarterback.
The Bills may not have needed a top receiver, but having one will certainly be beneficial, especially with the playoffs approaching.
This kind of trade could help the Bills advance further than before. A few years back, they could have pursued players like Von Miller and Odell Beckham Jr., but the Rams did, and they ended up winning the Super Bowl.
Making the right trades at the right time can have a big impact. The Bills have often avoided this, but this year they are taking a chance. Sometimes, taking risks is necessary to reach the highest levels of success.
