Overview
- Josh Downs formally requested a trade, which multiple outlets reported on Oct. 29, and Indianapolis has told teams it is seeking a third‑round pick in return.
- ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that, as of the latest updates, no team has been willing to meet the Colts’ third‑round valuation.
- The Pittsburgh Steelers have inquired about Downs but face thin receiver depth because of injuries to Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson and must decide whether to surrender draft capital before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
- Downs is a 25‑year‑old slot receiver with 224 catches for 2,447 yards and 11 touchdowns in 54 games and is playing the final season of his rookie contract, so any suitor would soon face a choice about offering an extension.
- The Colts’ demand follows recent trades of veterans Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner and has pushed other teams to offer Day‑3 picks, which could leave Indianapolis taking a fourth‑ or fifth‑round return or holding out for Day‑2 value.