According to WIBC, the Indianapolis Colts completed a trade on November 10, 2026 that sends wide receiver Josh Downs to the Kansas City Chiefs. In return, Indianapolis will receive the Chiefs’ 2027 fourth‑ and fifth‑round draft selections and will also include a 2027 seventh‑round pick in the deal.
The trade comes as the Colts confirmed that running back Jonathan Taylor will remain with the team. WIBC noted that management declined to pursue a trade for Taylor after stating they did not receive a worthy offer for the star back.
Heavy.com reported that quarterback Daniel Jones, who has been fielding questions about his future, addressed the uncertainty in comments shared by The Athletic’s James Boyd. Jones said, “I think it definitely crosses your mind, right? I think that’s pretty natural in most situations to think about your future,” and added that he is trying to stay focused on playing well and leading the locker room despite the off‑field chatter.
The article also highlighted that the Colts have already moved on from general manager Chris Ballard, adding to the roster’s sense of flux. Heavy.com noted that the trade of Downs removes a familiar receiving option for Jones, potentially complicating the offense as the team looks ahead to the remainder of the season. The report mentioned that head coach Shane Steichen’s status could also change, though no official announcement has been made.
What’s next: The Colts will evaluate Jones’s performance over the remaining games of the 2026 season while the front office searches for a new general manager. Fans can expect further roster moves as Indianapolis prepares for the 2027 draft, where the acquired fourth‑ and fifth‑round picks will be used.
