Indianapolis Colts news: NFL trade deadline deals
The Indianapolis Colts unloaded some veteran players as their season unraveled. Here's who they let go and what they got in return.
The Indianapolis Colts executed several trade deals before the 2026 NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, November 10th at 4 p.m. The team, currently sitting at 2-7 with five consecutive losses, recently parted ways with general manager Chris Ballard, who was replaced by assistant general manager Ed Dodds. Here are the key trades:
First, the Colts shipped guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a 2027 third-round and a 2028 fifth-round draft pick. Nelson, who had earned six All-Pro honors in his nine-year career, was in the final year of his contract.
Second, defensive lineman DeForest Buckner was sent to the San Francisco 49ers for a 2027 fourth-round pick. Buckner had previously played for the 49ers in 2020 and earned All-Pro honors that season. He had recorded 420 tackles and 47 sacks over six-plus seasons and was also in the final year of his contract.
Finally, the Colts offloaded wide receiver Keenan Allen to the San Francisco 49ers for a 2027 sixth-round pick. Allen joined the Colts on a one-year deal and led the team with 40 receptions through nine games.
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