# NFL trade speculation regarding Josh Downs

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nfl-trade-speculation-regarding-josh-downs
> Updated: 2026-10-26T23:50:07.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs has emerged as a significant subject of NFL trade speculation as the November 10 deadline approaches. Following the Colts' recent trades of Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks and DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers for draft capital, analysts suggest the team may continue a sell-off of expiring contracts.

Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert suggested Downs would be a ‘great addition’ to the Falcons' receiving corps. Other analysts have identified the Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Cincinnati Bengals as potential landing spots. While Downs has not officially requested a trade, he has stated he is “open to whatever” comes his way.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Josh Downs emerges as key NFL trade candidate ahead of deadline

Colts wide receiver Josh Downs is a major trade candidate, with the Chiefs and Steelers identified as potential landing spots.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/josh-downs-emerges-as-key-nfl-trade-candidate-ahead-of-deadline

### 2026-10-26: Atlanta Falcons receiving interest in Colts wide receiver Josh Downs

Former Falcons QB Kurt Benkert suggested wide receiver Josh Downs would be a strong addition to Atlanta amid trade interest in the Colts playmaker.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atlanta-falcons-receiving-interest-in-colts-wide-receiver-josh-downs

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