Colts The Colts are in the midst of a fire sale after trading away DT DeForest Buckner and G Quenton Nelson. Jonathan Jones cites people around the league who believe RB Jonathan Taylor would net a second-round pick plus additional compensation if the Colts traded him. Steichen confirms Jalen Farmer will line up at left […]
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Brian Thomas Jr. isn't sweating any trade rumors as he continues to have a background role in the Jacksonville Jaguars' offense.
The Buffalo Bills have opened a 21‑day practice window for wide receiver Tyrell Shavers, who tore his ACL during the January wild‑card win over the Jaguars. After surgery and rehab, Shavers—an undrafted former San Diego State and Alabama player—could return to action within three weeks. He impressed last season with a 69‑yard touchdown in his debut and logged 15 catches for 245 yards in 2025. Coach Joe Brady also noted that safety Jordan Hancock’s window remains closed as he recovers from a hamstring injury.
Wide receiver Josh Downs has officially requested a trade from the Indianapolis Colts, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports. The 25‑year‑old, entering the final year of his rookie deal, made the move a day after the Colts dealt guard Quenton Nelson and DT DeForest Buckner, amid a front‑office shake‑up and a 2‑5 record. Downs, who has 26 catches for 307 yards and a career‑low 56.5% catch rate this season, said he’s “open to whatever” but remains focused on the upcoming game against Jacksonville. Potential suitors include the Patriots, 49ers, Chiefs and Commanders as the Nov. 10 deadline looms.
Colts According to Jordan Schultz, the Colts are getting trade calls from receiver-needy teams regarding WR Josh Downs. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler has heard from other teams that they’re not sure the Colts will trade RB Jonathan Taylor, who just signed an extension and is a piece they could build around going forward. Fowler also says […]
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The Jacksonville Jaguars entered their bye week in excellent position. Jacksonville looks like one of the AFC’s best teams after starting the season 4-2. Could they be buyers ahead of the NFL trade deadline on November 10th? ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler ranked players who could be traded at the deadline in a recent article. He ranked […]
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Pittsburgh is reportedly "among those exploring receiver help" before the Nov. 10 deadline.
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.
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.
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 Kansas City Chiefs, sitting 5-1 in the AFC West, are exploring upgrades to their wide receiver group before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. ESPN insiders rank Jerry Jeudy (a third‑round pick or higher), former Jaguars Pro Bowler Brian Thomas Jr. (likely demanding more than a fourth‑round pick), and Colts veteran Josh Downs as top targets. With Rashee Rice injured and Tyquan Thornton on IR, the Chiefs see these receivers as potential boosts to their Super Bowl push, though Jeudy isn’t actively being shopped yet.
Negotiations with free‑agent Tyreek Hill have stalled, prompting the Kansas City Chiefs to focus on a trade for Indianapolis Colts slot receiver Josh Downs. Downs, a healthy 25‑year‑old who logged 26 catches for 307 yards in the first seven weeks, offers immediate impact, elite route‑running and a low cap hit under $2 million. While the Colts list him for trade, the Chiefs face competition from the Raiders, Jaguars, Patriots, Rams and 49ers, but an undefeated 5‑0 Chiefs squad makes Kansas City the likely destination ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline. Hill’s knee rehab remains uncertain, shifting the Chiefs’ attention to Downs.
Now that trade deadline season is in full swing after the Indianapolis Colts' moves on Tuesday, another AFC South team appears poised to make a significant deal within the next two weeks.
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The Big Lead outlines seven bold Week 8 predictions as the 2026 NFL season reaches its midpoint. The Detroit Lions are expected to hand the Minnesota Vikings their first loss, while the Denver Broncos aim to tie the Chiefs and clinch a first‑place AFC West tie. The Los Angeles Chargers are projected to fall to 0‑7 against the Rams, prompting an immediate firing of head coach Jim Harbaugh. Jacksonville is favored to beat Indianapolis by 20 points, and Miami’s Ollie Gordon is set for a 100‑yard, touchdown‑rich outing versus New England. Additionally, Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson is predicted to catch two TDs against his former Lions, and Bengals’ Chase Brown to score multiple touchdowns.
NFL insider Jason La Canfora predicts the Steelers will pursue at least one receiver before the Nov. 10 trade deadline, eyeing Chargers' Ladd McConkey and Jaguars' Brian Thomas Jr. Injuries to Michael Pittman Jr., Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek have left Pittsburgh thin at the position despite a recent trade for DK Metcalf. McConkey, a 13‑catch, 200‑yard, 1‑TD rookie, fits Aaron Rodgers' style, while Thomas brings 9 catches for 105 yards and a TD in six games. Both are listed as top targets in the upcoming market.
The Pittsburgh Steelers may pull another offensive trade before the Nov. 10 deadline, NFL insider Jason La Canfora says. Despite acquiring DK Metcalf, quarterback Aaron Rodgers still connects on only 58% of his passes to Metcalf (7 TDs, 3 INTs in 21 games). With injuries to Michael Pittman Jr., Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek, the Steelers are eyeing Ladd McConkey (Chargers) or rookie Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars) to boost their passing game and prevent defenses from keying on Metcalf.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are among the most friendly offenses for fantasy football purposes entering Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season.
Rich Hribar’s Week 8 Worksheet pits the Indianapolis Colts against the Jacksonville Jaguars, highlighting a -7.5 spread and a 27.0 implied total. The Jaguars dominate the first half (+42 point differential) and lead the league in points‑off‑turnover (+31), while the Colts sit last in turnover margin (-9). Quarterback match‑up favors Trevor Lawrence, who posts a league‑high 7.6% TD rate and excels in play‑action, whereas Daniel Jones ranks near the bottom in passing efficiency. Both teams show contrasting success rates on rush and pass plays, making the Jaguars’ strong defense and the Colts’ road‑loss streak key factors for fantasy owners.
Colts Colts DC Lou Anarumo said LB CJ Allen was set to start in Week 7 before he injured his ankle in Thursday practice. (Nathan Brown) Anarumo noted Allen will play middle linebacker when he’s healthy, while Akeem Davis-Gaither will play outside but keep the green dot. (Brown) Jaguars Jaguars HC Liam Coen said the […]
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Seven weeks into the 2026 season, rookie offensive lineman Walter Rouse is finding his footing after a whirlwind trade from the Vikings to the New England Patriots. The 6‑foot‑6, 322‑pound former Oklahoma tackle, a sixth‑round pick in 2024, has already stepped in as a right guard in Week 3 against Jacksonville, filled in at left guard versus the Jets in Week 6, and earned his first start against the Bears. With starters Greg Van Roten, Mike Onwenu and Alijah Vera‑Tucker on IR, Rouse could see significant snaps against Miami this Sunday. He says he’s becoming more comfortable at guard and is embracing a "next‑man‑up" mentality, preparing as if he were a starter.
The Jacksonville Jaguars sit atop the AFC South with a two‑game lead and an 86.9% chance to win the division, according to ESPN’s FPI. Despite losing OT lineman Anton Harrison to season‑ending IR, the team remains healthy and ranks fifth league‑wide in playoff (92.1%), conference championship (32.5%) and Super Bowl odds (8.4%). With the Nov. 10 trade deadline looming, the SB Nation Reacts survey asks fans which position group—and which specific players—Jaguars should target to push from contender to champion. The poll also gauges confidence heading into the upcoming Colts matchup.
Seven weeks into the 2026 NFL season, the Kansas City Chiefs remain desperate for a wide receiver as injuries pile up on Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton. Tyreek Hill, still rehabbing a dislocated knee and ligament tears from 2024, is in the final stage of recovery, and his agent Drew Rosenhaus says multiple teams are watching his progress. ESPN’s Adam Schefter notes the Chiefs are still calling around for a WR, with Jacksonville Jaguars' Brian Thomas emerging as a possible trade target, though options to significantly upgrade the position are scarce. A Hill‑Chiefs reunion could still happen before the November trade deadline if other deals fall through.
The Steelers are reportedly eyeing Los Angeles Chargers wideout Ladd McConkey as a potential trade target, according to Jason La Canfora. McConkey’s production has dipped—13 catches in five games this season and 66 receptions in 2025 after a standout rookie year—while the Chargers sit 0-6, making a trade plausible before the deadline. His versatility across the perimeter, slot, and inline could give Pittsburgh a 1,000‑yard receiving option and complement its offense, joining other rumored moves for Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr.
NFL insider Jason La Canfora predicts the Steelers will be active at the trade deadline, looking to add another playmaker after acquiring DK Metcalf. A scout flags Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey—who posted 13 catches for 200 yards and a TD in a 0‑6 Chargers start—or Jaguars rookie Brian Thomas Jr., a 2024 Pro Bowler now down to nine catches for 105 yards this season, as potential targets. Both could bolster Pittsburgh’s offense amid coach Mike Tomlin’s push for deeper playoff runs.