As NFL training camps prepare to kick off across the country, the rumor mill is spinning. The latest speculation puts Buffalo Bills veteran wide receiver Josh Palmer in the trade spotlight, linking him to both the Dallas Cowboys and the Kansas City Chiefs.

While the Bills front office has not indicated they are actively shopping the veteran wideout, league analysts are pointing to Dallas and Kansas City as the most logical landing spots if Buffalo decides to reshape its wide receiver room before the 2026 season begins.

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Palmer, who signed a three-year, $30 million contract, is coming off a quiet 2025 campaign where he recorded just 22 receptions for 303 yards and zero touchdowns. Despite the down year, his experience and route-running ability make him an attractive target for teams seeking depth at the position.

"While no official offers are on the table, both the Cowboys and Chiefs are actively looking for proven, veteran wide receiver depth."

Why the Cowboys and Chiefs Make Sense

Both potential suitors are entering the 2026 season with clear questions in their receiving corps:

  • Dallas Cowboys: With Kellen Moore overseeing offensive planning and the team looking to bolster options alongside CeeDee Lamb, Palmer offers a reliable target. Dallas has also been linked to George Pickens rumors, indicating the front office is aggressively exploring wideout options.
  • Kansas City Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes' offense is always looking to add weapons, especially with Travis Kelce returning to camp. Adding a veteran like Palmer would give the Chiefs a reliable intermediate option and insurance against training camp injuries.

Will Buffalo Move Palmer?

Trading Palmer would allow the Bills to clear cap space and give more snaps to their younger, developing receivers. However, doing so would also mean losing a veteran presence in quarterback Josh Allen’s huddle.

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At this stage, these trade links remain strictly speculative, with no official offers reported. But as rosters tighten over the next few weeks of training camp, Josh Palmer is a name that every NFL front office will be watching closely.