Whether it was a route mix-up or just bad timing, it added fuel to something the Bears were already going to have to weigh: Moore’s role in an offense that’s getting younger fast around Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, and tight end Colston Loveland.
Moore also put up career lows in 2025 with 50 catches for 682 yards and six touchdowns, and his 2026 cap number reportedly sits at $28.5 million, which is why the idea of a trade comes with real logic beyond one ugly final snap.
Buffalo Bills
If the Buffalo Bills are serious about staying in “win now” mode around Josh Allen, a true veteran WR1 could change the feel of their offense overnight. Moore has been a top target for most of his career, and even in a down year, he’s still the type who can win outside, eat up coverage attention, and make life easier for everyone else.
This one will hurt for a bit. Caleb Williams said postgame that he thought DJ Moore would flatten his route on the OT pick. There was a ton of space and it likely would’ve been the kill shot from the Bears. pic.twitter.com/gZ00kgfnT0
— Depressed Bears Fan (@DepBearsFan) January 19, 2026
The cap math is the problem, with Buffalo reportedly sitting about $11.6 million over, but teams that want a player like this usually find a way, especially if they believe Moore can stabilize a receiver room that doesn’t have enough proven firepower behind Khalil Shakir.
Las Vegas Raiders
This is the best fit if Las Vegas really is headed toward a rookie quarterback era and wants to give that kid a legitimate security blanket right away.
DJ Moore still WR1 hold off on the trade talk #DaBears pic.twitter.com/NeO3jjKbCE
— i need $ (@bxnji8) January 21, 2026
The Raiders have the spending flexibility to absorb Moore’s deal, and the pitch is to pair a proven veteran wideout with a developing offense so defenses can’t just tilt everything toward the run game or bracket other weapons. Moore’s contract is big, but the Raiders have the space to take the hit, and a mid-round pick could be the kind of price that makes sense if Chicago truly wants to hand the passing game keys to its younger core.
Tennessee Titans
Tennessee is staring at a roster reset, and that’s exactly why Moore could appeal if the new regime wants at least one dependable pass catcher to build around. The Titans have cap room to burn, and if they’re serious about accelerating development for Cam Ward, adding a receiver with Moore’s resume is the fastest way to give the offense a real identity.
If the Titans view themselves as a longer rebuild, they may not want to part with meaningful picks for a 29-year-old with a big cap number, but if they want a quick culture jolt and a clear No. 1 target, Moore checks that box.
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