Colts slot receiver Josh Downs, a 2023 third‑round pick who posted 72 catches for 803 yards in 2024, formally requests a trade amid Indianapolis’ post‑GM fire sale. With the Steelers nursing injuries to Roman Wilson, Michael Pittman Jr. and Ben Skowronek, they emerge as a top suitor, while the Chiefs and Jacksonville’s Brian Thomas Jr. also show interest. Downs has 26 receptions for 307 yards in seven games this season and no touchdowns. The trade deadline is Nov. 10, giving interim GM Ed Dodds time to negotiate a return.
With the NFL trade deadline just two weeks away, the 1‑6 Tennessee Titans are rumored to be sellers. ESPN’s Matt Bowen and Jeremy Fowler list three Titans—DE Jermaine Johnson II, RB Tony Pollard and CB Alontae Taylor—as prime trade candidates. Johnson, a veteran edge rusher on an expiring deal, could fetch draft picks despite being acquired for T’Vondre Sweat. Pollard, also on an expiring contract, may be moved despite GM Mike Borgonzi’s earlier denial, potentially aiding teams needing a back if the Colts keep Jonathan Taylor. Taylor, a three‑year, $58 million free‑agent signing, faces a hefty guaranteed 2027 salary, making a trade unlikely without a major price.
The Colts roster shake-up continues as another star requests a trade.
In Week 7, Colts quarterback Daniel Jones plummets to 30th out of 32 starters in EPA efficiency, a stark reversal from his top‑10 ranking a year ago. Facing Minnesota’s league‑best pass rush, Jones endures four sacks, a 2.6‑yard per play average, and finishes last in yards per attempt, completions, and YAC. While the run game provides the lone touchdown, Jones records zero passing TDs, a high turnover rate, and a dismal 32nd‑place yardage efficiency. The analysis, powered by nflFastR and PFF data, highlights how pressure and poor decision‑making have turned the Colts’ passing attack into one of the NFL’s worst.
With the Indianapolis Colts moving on from their veterans, the Detroit Lions should be all over defensive tackle Adetomiwa Adebawore.
Linebacker Blake Cashman earns NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors for Week 7 after a dominant 16-10 win over the Indianapolis Colts. Cashman logged 12 tackles (eight solo), two sacks—a career high—three QB hits and four passes defended, marking the first player since 2005 to post two sacks and four passes defended in a game. The performance extended his NFL‑record streak to 17 straight games with at least seven tackles, the longest active streak and the best for a Viking since 1987. This award adds to five Viking weekly honors in the first seven weeks of the 2026 season.
The Indianapolis Colts have begun their fire sale, and several teams could soon follow ahead of the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Indianapolis Colts continue their roster purge. One day after the trades of guard Quenton Nelson and tackle DeForest Buckner, wideout Josh Downs publicly requests a trade—though insiders say the move was likely already in motion. Downs says he’s “open to whatever comes my way,” while the Colts juggle other potential departures, including a looming future for Jonathan Taylor. Teams like the Chiefs and 49ers, both seeking receiver help after early losses, could be interested. Downs’ request may simply formalize a deal the Colts were already planning.
The 49ers, fresh off acquiring DE DeForest Buckner, are already eyeing additional upgrades at defensive end and wide receiver. Trade chatter includes Maxx Crosby (if the Raiders budge), Khalil Mack, and Josh Sweat (despite his dip to two sacks in 2026). On the receiver side, the Niners consider Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Garrett Wilson (Giants), and Josh Downs (Colts), with the latter reportedly seeking a trade. Analysts give Thomas a 45% trade likelihood and Sweat a 40% chance. The piece weighs each prospect’s fit, contract status, and recent production, highlighting the team’s ongoing roster‑building push.
As the Indianapolis Colts hold a fire sale, at least one player is ready to go.
Colts wide receiver Josh Downs, a 2023 third‑round pick now in the final year of his rookie deal, has formally requested a trade. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports Downs, who posted 26 catches for 307 yards in seven games this season, is drawing interest from several AFC clubs, with the Pittsburgh Steelers highlighted as a primary suitor alongside the Chiefs. Although a move isn’t expected this week, the Colts aim to complete a trade before the November 10 deadline. Downs, 25, was a two‑year starter at North Carolina and earned first‑team All‑ACC honors in 2021 and 2022.
DeForest Buckner shares an emotional farewell to the Colts after his trade to the 49ers, returning to San Francisco as the team looks to strengthen its defense.
The Giants' backfield takes a hit as RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. lands on injured reserve with a hamstring strain, sidelining him for at least four games. GM Joe Schoen promotes Cam Skattebo to starter and leans on veteran Devin Singletary, but the loss fuels trade chatter for Colts star Jonathan Taylor. Indianapolis may hold onto Taylor, demanding a high second‑round pick, while New York could also consider cheaper options like Josh Downs. With the November trade deadline looming, the Giants must decide whether to splurge or stick with the untested rotation.
Jonathan Taylor knows he can't control his future, and with the Indianapolis Colts struggling so badly, anything can happen before the trade deadline.
Seattle adds six‑time All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson from Indianapolis, sending a 2027 third‑round and 2028 fifth‑round pick and assuming $9.777 million of his 2026 salary. The 4‑3 Seahawks, led by Sam Darnold, seek a cleaner pocket and a stronger run game after ranking near the bottom in yards before contact, EPA and run‑block win rate. Nelson, a eight‑year Pro Bowler who has allowed just one sack in 275 pass‑blocking snaps this season, could revive Seattle’s interior line despite a modest 2026 run‑blocking percentile (37%). The move also reunites Darnold with the player drafted the same year he entered the league, aiming to boost postseason chances.
The NFC West trade deadline heats up as Seattle snaps up Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from Indianapolis, while San Francisco keeps its lead despite injury woes. Both moves put pressure on the Los Angeles Rams, who sit 2-4 and lost Davante Adams to a hamstring. ESPN’s Dan Graziano says the Rams may need a speedy deep‑threat receiver to complement Puka Nacua and boost Matthew Stafford, but it’s unclear if they have the draft capital or will act before the Nov. 10 deadline. General manager Les Snead faces a crucial decision: add more talent or hope the current roster turns it around.
In the aftermath of the Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner trades, Jonathan Taylor isn't trying to force his way off the Indianapolis Colts.
Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirms running back Jonathan Taylor hasn’t requested a trade, despite mounting speculation. ESPN’s Adam Schefter says owner Carlie Irsay‑Gordon also isn’t keen to move Taylor, though other teams may test Indianapolis before the Oct. 30 deadline. The Colts, after a fire‑sale that sent DT DeForest Buckner and G Quenton Nelson away and saw GM Chris Ballard fired, remain open to deals. Taylor, 27, is in the final year of his contract after a recent two‑year, $44 million extension; he’s logged 587 rushing yards, eight touchdowns and 178 receiving yards in six games this season.
The New York Giants respond to rookie Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s four‑week hamstring IR stint by signing Memphis rookie Greg Desrosiers from the Chargers' practice squad, not by chasing a blockbuster trade for Indianapolis star Jonathan Taylor. GM Joe Schoen assures reporters the injury is temporary and the team will rely on Cam Skattebo, Devin Singletary and the new addition for depth, keeping the backfield rotation intact ahead of the 2026 trade deadline.
The Jacksonville Jaguars slip to No. 6 in the latest NFL power rankings after a Week 7 bye, dropping one spot as the Bengals surge ahead following their win over the Ravens. The slide follows a last‑second loss to Houston in the London Series on Oct. 18, but a home game versus the struggling Colts and a Thursday Night Football clash with Baltimore loom as chances to rebound. The post also notes Walker Little’s start at left tackle and recent NFL trade news.
The Steelers sit 5-2 in the AFC North despite a battered WR corps, with Michael Pittman Jr. on IR and newcomers like Germie Bernard showing promise. Ahead of the trade deadline, the blog weighs a move for a top receiver—potentially Garrett Wilson from the Jets—versus waiting for market shifts after another loss. With the Jets holding a first‑round pick and the Colts tanking, Pittsburgh could target Wilson, Jeremiah Smith or other options to boost its Lombardi hopes.
Despite a dismal Week 7 loss to the Miami Dolphins, the New York Jets secure a bright outlook for the 2026 NFL Draft. General manager Darren Mougey confirms the team will hold three first‑round selections within the top twelve, inheriting picks from the Indianapolis Colts (who are selling) and the Dallas Cowboys. The current Tankathon order places the Jets at 2‑5, 2‑5, and 3‑4 among other struggling squads. With a promising rookie class and a deep draft pool, New York hopes its early picks can turn the season around.
With the NFL trade deadline looming, Colts owner Carlie Irsay‑Gordon appears ready to initiate a fire sale, already moving GM Chris Ballard, All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson (to Seattle for a 2027 third‑rounder and 2028 fifth‑rounder) and DT DeForest Buckner (to San Francisco for a 2027 fourth‑round pick). Hosts Arif and the author dissect this emerging roster shake‑up, discuss Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El‑Sayed’s podcast cameo, the undefeated Vikings’ attitude, the Houston Texans’ defensive collapse, a possible Lamar Jackson‑Ravens front‑office rift, and preview Week 8’s key matchups—all without fantasy or gambling talk.
The author breaks down five key takeaways from the Vikings’ 16‑10 win over the Colts ahead of Detroit’s next matchup. While Minnesota’s run defense remains elite (‑0.212 rush EPA, 31.2% success rate), the Colts managed 154 yards on 33 carries and a 53% third‑down conversion rate, the highest they’ve allowed all season. Quarterback Kyler Murray struggled, completing just 58.3% of passes and posting the week’s second‑worst CPOE. The Vikings’ short‑yardage rushing is weak (60% success on 3rd/4th‑and‑short), a potential advantage for Detroit’s stout run defense. Special teams excel, ranking first in DVOA with top punt and kick return averages, though a blocked field goal was a lone blemish. These trends set the stage for a gritty Lions‑Vikings clash.
Jonathan Taylor’s wife ignites trade buzz as the Indianapolis Colts enter rebuild mode. A video from Alanna Jay Taylor fuels speculation that the running back could leave, and reports confirm the Colts have discussed trading him to the New York Giants—though a move to East Rutherford isn’t certain. Amid a 2‑5 season, Indianapolis already shipped Quenton Nelson to Seattle and DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco, hinting at a roster clear‑out. If Taylor departs, only Seth McGowan and DJ Giddens remain on the depth chart, leaving the Colts’ backfield in flux.