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The Indianapolis Colts traded away two of their best-known players this week, but there are still games to play. Here are 5 bold predictions for Week 8.
With several stars no longer in the building, the Indianapolis Colts will have to turn to some unsung heroes to get the job done against the Jaguars.
The Jacksonville Jaguars (4-2) host the Indianapolis Colts (2-5) in a Week 8 showdown on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 1 p.m. ET at EverBank Stadium. Coach Liam Coen praises the Colts' coaching and turnover focus, while the Jaguars enter as 10.5-point favorites per FanDuel. Fans can watch on CBS or local affiliates, stream via the SB Nation app, and tune in on WJXL 1010 AM/92.5 FM. The article also highlights the new game‑chat feature for Jaguars supporters.
Six games into the 2026 season, Bengals WR Tee Higgins is finally having the career year fans hoped for since his 2020 draft alongside Joe Burrow. He's ranked No. 8 in the NFL with 571 receiving yards, averaging a career‑high 95.2 yards per game and 17.3 yards per catch. Highlights include 11 receptions for 157 yards against Jacksonville and a 148‑yard, touchdown‑filled second half versus Baltimore. On pace for 94 catches, 1,617 yards and six TDs, Higgins is emerging as the team's top weapon and a genuine WR1 alongside Ja’Marr Chase.
Jonathan Taylor isn't injured, but many are wondering if he is playing due to issues that have little to do with how the Indianapolis Colts star does in Week 8.
Before the Indianapolis Colts play the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 8, here is what you need to know as far as watching, streaming, and everything else.
Tight end Brenton Strange remains a key target for the Jacksonville Jaguars as they face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 8. Despite an eye injury, he practiced fully and has logged 19 catches on 23 targets over his last three games, solidifying his role with quarterback Trevor Lawrence. With wide receiver Jakobi Meyers questionable due to hamstring and ankle issues, Strange could see even more targets against a Colts defense that struggles against tight ends. The article highlights his expanded usage and the potential for Jacksonville to exploit the middle of the field in the upcoming matchup.
The Jaguars are hunting a defensive tackle before the trade deadline, according to Albert Breer. Meanwhile, Texans GM Nick Caserio (October 31, 2026) acknowledges the team’s 2‑5 record but says expectations haven’t changed, emphasizing week‑to‑week improvement, roster adjustments, and a possible offensive‑line tweak before the deadline. The Titans have sparked interest in RB Tony Pollard and WR Calvin Ridley as they seek veteran stability while evaluating QB Cam Ward. These AFC updates highlight each team’s roster strategies as the season reaches its midway point.
Travis Hunter addressed lingering questions about his relationship with Deion Sanders on the "Chasing No. 1" podcast (Oct. 28), confirming that Sanders still texts him before every game and that their bond remains strong despite Hunter’s move from Colorado to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Hunter highlighted Sanders’ influence on his recruitment and life, noting he chose Jacksonville to play both ways, not for money. On the field, Hunter delivered a rare two‑way performance in London on Oct. 18, scoring a receiving TD and intercepting C.J. Stroud, becoming the first NFL player since 2002 to record a touchdown and interception in the same game. He now heads into Week 8 with the Jags at 4‑2, while Colorado struggles at 2‑5.
The Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers are actively scouting Jacksonville Jaguars wideout Brian Thomas Jr., a third‑year player who posted over 1,200 receiving yards as a rookie but has seen his role shrink this season. ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler says Thomas would likely welcome a trade, and talks could ignite after Jacksonville’s Thursday Night Football game against the Ravens on Nov. 6. Both teams have a narrow four‑day window before the NFL’s Nov. 10 trade deadline to negotiate a deal.
Analyst Steven Ruiz proposes a bold pre‑deadline swap: the Kansas City Chiefs would send speedy rookie WR Xavier Worthy to Jacksonville for 2024 rookie sensation Brian Thomas Jr., who posted 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns. Both were first‑round picks in 2024, yet Worthy has yet to break 700 yards while Thomas' production has slumped after a strong start, seeing limited snaps in recent games. The Chiefs, still hunting a larger, contested‑catch receiver after a 20‑3 loss to Seattle, could benefit from Thomas' size and 4.33‑second 40‑yard dash, while the Jaguars gain a quick playmaker. Both players remain under rookie contracts through 2027, making the hypothetical trade financially feasible as the Nov. 10 deadline approaches.
A recent Big Cat Country poll reveals Jacksonville Jaguars fans overwhelmingly want the team to address pass‑rush depth before the Nov. 10 trade deadline—over 50% voted for a defensive‑lineman acquisition, while only 3% prefer no move. However, the DL market looks thin: the Eagles’ Mo Ojomo, Chargers’ Khalil Mack, and Cardinals’ Josh Sweat are all reportedly off‑limits, and recent trades of Jeffery Simmons and DeForest Buckner to division rivals further limit options. With 10 days left, fans remain 98% confident the Jaguars are headed in the right direction, but the hunt for a star pass rusher remains critical.
The Indianapolis Colts promote cornerback Jonathan Edwards and defensive end Carl Lawson from the practice squad for their Week 8 AFC South showdown with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Nov. 1. Edwards, a 2025 undrafted rookie who played 14 games last season, adds depth to the secondary after the team placed Cam Taylor‑Britt on IR. Veteran pass rusher Lawson, with 32 career sacks, bolsters the defensive line following recent moves that sent DeForest Buckner to San Francisco. Both players could see snaps as the Colts adjust their defense ahead of the divisional matchup.
Differing viewpoints have emerged regarding the likelihood of the Jacksonville Jaguars moving wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before the Nov. 10 NFL trade deadline.
Fire sale or not, the Indianapolis Colts must still face the Jacksonville Jaguars, and these four questions will likely decide their fate in Week 8.
The Indianapolis Colts are fielding serious trade interest for star running back Jonathan Taylor ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says multiple teams—potentially the Seahawks, Packers, Giants, Broncos and Vikings—value Taylor at a “2+” package, likely a second‑round pick plus additional selections. However, the Colts already turned down a 2027 second‑rounder plus extra compensation, signaling they want a premium. Despite the chatter, Taylor is expected to play Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and no deal is imminent.
The Jacksonville Jaguars have set a price on former first‑round receiver Brian Thomas Jr., demanding a Day 2 NFL draft pick for his trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Thomas, a 2024 breakout with 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns, has seen his role shrink to just nine catches for 105 yards in 2026 and was benched in Week 6. With the Steelers nursing injuries to Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson, and relying on practice‑squad elevations, they may be ready to buy before the Nov. 10 deadline. The deal could revive Pittsburgh’s historic knack for mid‑round wide‑receiver gems.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are fielding renewed trade interest in wideout Brian Thomas Jr., according to Tom Pelissero. Thomas, a 2024 second‑round pick from LSU, has seen his role shrink behind breakout rookie Parker Washington and veteran Jakobi Meyers, posting just nine catches for 105 yards and one TD in six games this season. With his rookie deal entering the third year and a fifth‑year team option looming, Jacksonville may weigh offers again as the trade deadline approaches.
Jonathan Taylor is slated to play for the Indianapolis Colts against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, despite swirling trade rumors. ESPN’s Stephen Holder confirms no deal is imminent and notes the team wants to signal they still intend to keep the three‑time Pro Bowler. Several franchises—including the Broncos, Packers, Vikings, Giants and Seahawks—have expressed interest, and the Colts have reportedly received at least one offer involving a second‑round pick. Taylor, 27, enters the game with 587 rushing yards and eight touchdowns, tied for the league lead, and is under contract through 2028.
The Indianapolis Colts must decide Sunday whether to start star running back Jonathan Taylor against the Jacksonville Jaguars amid mounting trade rumors. ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Jeremy Fowler report that teams value Taylor at a “2+” clip – a second‑round pick plus additional picks – and the club faces a dilemma: play him and risk injury or hold him out to protect his market value. The decision comes after a busy week of departures, including DE DeForest Buckner and guard Quenton Nelson to the NFC West, and ongoing talks about wideout Josh Downs. Taylor’s status will shape Indy’s draft‑capital strategy ahead of the game.
The New York Giants, sitting 4-2-1 atop the NFC East ahead of Week 8, are exploring realistic running‑back upgrades before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. While Jonathan Taylor is a headline target, a new Athletic report cites three more attainable options: former Jaguars first‑round pick Travis Etienne Jr., who could be acquired for a 2028 fourth‑rounder; Saints depth piece Kendre Miller as a low‑cost addition; and Denver’s J.K. Dobbins, who may become available if the Broncos trade for a new back. The Giants aim to bolster the backfield without overpaying after recent roster moves.
Jaguars receiver Brian Thomas Jr. draws trade interest amid questions about his role in Jacksonville.
The Jacksonville Jaguars may trade wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before the November 10 trade deadline, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. The former 23rd‑overall pick, who exploded for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns in his 2024 rookie season, has slipped to just nine catches for 105 yards and one score this year and was recently benched. Despite Jacksonville’s 4‑2 AFC South lead, Thomas’s production has waned, prompting speculation he could be moved as the team seeks roster upgrades. The Jaguars face the Indianapolis Colts Sunday amid the trade buzz.
The Indianapolis Colts have turned open to trading star running back Jonathan Taylor as the NFL trade deadline nears. Sources citing ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport say multiple teams—including the Broncos, Packers, Vikings, Giants and Seahawks—are in active talks, but Indianapolis seeks a premium return after rejecting a 2027 second‑round pick offer. Taylor, who has amassed 587 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in a 2‑5 season, is expected to play against Jacksonville in Week 8 before any move materializes.