Colts Trade Four Starters Ahead of Deadline, Jones Unhappy
The 2-7 Indianapolis Colts traded four starters ahead of the NFL deadline—Quenton Nelson, Josh Downs, Keenan Allen and DeForest Buckner—as the struggling team turns toward a rebuild and future draft picks. Quarterback Daniel Jones said he was unhappy to see teammates dealt, but acknowledged the decisions were outside players’ control and said the remaining team must stay prepared. The departures leave Jones with less protection and fewer established receiving options as he tries to improve amid a difficult season; coach Shane Steichen has said Jones remains the starter for now, though his longer-term future is uncertain. Jones has thrown six touchdown passes and 10 interceptions, while the Colts’ poor results helped prompt the roster changes. Indianapolis did not trade star running back Jonathan Taylor.
Where do you stand?
