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The Colts Must Trade Jonathan Taylor Before It’s Too Late

Trading Jonathan Taylor has never been an easy pill for Colts fans to swallow, but it is a necessary pain to sustain long-term success. Since the Colts started to sell off certain pieces, including Offensive lineman Quenton Nelson and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, the message has become increasingly clear.

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Colts-Cowboys History Suggests Sunday Could Get Weird

The Indianapolis Colts are 2-6, fresh off a 42-7 beatdown in Jacksonville, and five days away from the NFL trade deadline. So, instead of thinking about the fire currently burning through this franchise, let's take our minds somewhere else for a minute.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 5

3 Keys to Victory Against the Colts in Week 9

The Dallas Cowboys have little room for another disappointing performance as they prepare for a Week 9 road matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Dallas is coming off a frustrating overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals, surrendering a 10-point fourth-quarter lead after appearing to have control of the game.

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How many of the quarterbacks to win the most games in a single season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Jonathan Taylor News / Field Level Media / November 5

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor locks in on Cowboys, blocks out trade 'noise'

Jonathan Taylor doesn't know what next week might bring as trade rumors connect the Indianapolis Colts All-Pro running back with multiple teams. The Cincinnati Bengals, Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants are among teams reported to be hot on Taylor's trail.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Colts’ Josh Downs speaks up on awkward situation after trade request

Offering his perspective on the trade speculation surrounding his future, Josh Downs addressed the growing uncertainty with the Indianapolis Colts. Despite the reported request to leave, the wide receiver remains with the organization as the NFL trade deadline approaches, leaving questions about how the situation will ultimately unfold.

Tyler Warren News / Lindy's Sports / November 5

Tyler Warren set for rebound game as must-start in Week 9 fantasy TE rankings

Cycling tight ends remains an often smart but boom-or-bust fantasy football strategy, assuming you don’t roster Brock Bowers or Trey McBride (or, some will argue, George Kittle).

Jonathan Taylor News / Yardbarker / November 5

Colts' Taylor shares new answer about possible trade request

Colts' Jonathan Taylor shares new answer about possible trade request, plans to play vs. Cowboys

Arguably the most-discussed football-related story of the week has been whether or not a 2-6 Colts team in the middle of a fire sale will part ways with Taylor before the NFL trade deadline arrives at 4:00 p.m. ET on Nov. 10.

Why Colts aren't 'lowering their demands' for Jonathan Taylor as trade deadline nears

Shane Steichen shoots down idea that Colts could sit Jonathan Taylor amid trade rumors

Some NFL people reportedly think 49ers could trade for Colts' Jonathan Taylor despite having Christian McCaffrey

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Anthony Richardson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Colts’ Anthony Richardson says he’s not thinking about trade request ahead of deadline

The Indianapolis Colts have been one team to keep eyes on as the trade deadline approaches, and it looks like they’re still willing to move some players after how rough their season has been.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 5

Some NFL people reportedly think 49ers could trade for Colts' Taylor

Some NFL people reportedly think 49ers could trade for Colts' Jonathan Taylor despite having Christian McCaffrey

The 49ers are 6-1 coming off their bye.

Why Colts aren't 'lowering their demands' for Jonathan Taylor as trade deadline nears

Shane Steichen shoots down idea that Colts could sit Jonathan Taylor amid trade rumors

It sounds like Colts could hold onto Jonathan Taylor, Josh Downs despite Giants rumors

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 5

Latest NFL trade intel provides clarity ahead of the Dallas Cowboys’ matchup versus the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9

The Dallas Cowboys are about to face an Indianapolis team in full selling mode. An NFL insider’s report sheds light on which version of the Colts shows up Sunday.

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Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

The killer mistake Colts must avoid at 2026 NFL trade deadline after dealing Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner

The Colts’ biggest risk at the November 10 deadline is selling Jonathan Taylor, Josh Downs and Daniel Jones at a discount just to look busy. A rebuild needs draft capital, and a rushed trade for less than the market will pay defeats that purpose.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Colts won’t make any trades until after Week 9 vs. Cowboys

The Indianapolis Colts are expected to have a fire sale ahead of the NFL trade deadline. Indy is 2-6 and on a four-game losing streak after going all in during the 2025 season.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 5

Colts Expected To Wait Until After Week 9 To Revisit Trade Offers

According to Jordan Schultz, the Colts have received plenty of calls on numerous players, but the belief is they plan to wait to revisit those offers until after Week 9, barring an offer that blows them away.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / November 5

It sounds like Colts could hold onto Jonathan Taylor, Josh Downs despite Giants rumors

Will Taylor and/or Downs remain with the Colts past the trade deadline?

Could Giants trade for Jets' Breece Hall, Titans' Tony Pollard instead of Colts' Jonathan Taylor?

6 NFL players who could benefit from trade-deadline moves

Why Colts aren't 'lowering their demands' for Jonathan Taylor as trade deadline nears

Two-minute drill: Bengals-Falcons face off in Madrid, Tom Brady returns to Foxborough, another injury setback for Lamar Jackson and more

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 5

Teams Aren’t Meeting Colts’ Asking Price For Jonathan Taylor & Josh Downs Yet

According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, several teams are willing to offer a “significant pick package” for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor, but not quite what interim GM Ed Dodds wants to move on.

Sauce Gardner News / Athlon Sports / November 5

One Year Ago, the Colts Made the Trade That Still Defines Their Collapse

Sauce Gardner remembers the date. On Nov. 4, 2025, the Colts sent two first-round picks and wide receiver AD Mitchell to the Jets for the All-Pro cornerback, and Gardner said Wednesday the anniversary is a special one for him.

Josh Downs News / TWSN / November 5

Josh Downs Leaves Indianapolis Colts Future Open With Latest Trade Comments

As the Indianapolis Colts continue to struggle and are expected to make more trades ahead of the NFL trade deadline, Josh Downs’ future remains unclear, but he is pushing back on the trade request comments.

Adam Schefter News / HITC / November 5

Adam Schefter shares the ‘biggest name’ who could be traded in the NFL before the deadline

Adam Schefter has given an Indianapolis Colts answer about which big NFL star could yet be traded before the deadline. The NFL trade deadline is on November 10, with under a week left for teams to pick up players to help them in the second half of the season.

DeForest Buckner News / Pro Football Rumors / November 4

DeForest Buckner Informed Colts Brass He Wanted Trade Back To 49ers

More than 6 1/2 years ago, the 49ers made a seminal choice on their defensive line. Extension talks with DeForest Buckner had begun, but the team instead traded the All-Pro defensive tackle to the Colts for a first-round pick.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / November 4

Colts QB Daniel Jones On Trade Radar?

Already dealing away line cornerstones in Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, the Colts are expected to make more moves before the November 10 deadline.

Indianapolis Colts News / The Spun / November 4

Stephen A. Smith Rips Colts Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon's Sideline Behavior

In the years since her father, late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, passed away, Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon has become a fixture on her team’s sidelines on gameday.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / November 4

Shane Steichen shoots down idea that Colts could sit Jonathan Taylor amid trade rumors

Some wondered whether the Indianapolis Colts could sit star running back Jonathan Taylor when the 2-6 Colts host the 3-5 Dallas Cowboys this coming Sunday to keep Taylor healthy for a potential trade.

Why Colts aren't 'lowering their demands' for Jonathan Taylor as trade deadline nears

Players other than Jonathan Taylor who Colts reportedly could move before trade deadline

Why Colts are sticking with Daniel Jones amid trade-deadline rumors, ongoing fire sale

Two-minute drill: Bengals-Falcons face off in Madrid, Tom Brady returns to Foxborough, another injury setback for Lamar Jackson and more

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

Adetomiwa Adebawore News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Colts Turned Away Trade Calls for Adetomiwa Adebawore and Paid Him Instead, per Mike Garafolo

Indianapolis has spent the last week hearing its best players’ names in trade talk, from Jonathan Taylor to Josh Downs and his trade request. One player the Colts refused to discuss was Adetomiwa Adebawore.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 4