{
  "id": 16936697,
  "title": "Josh Downs trade rumors: 5 teams who could be interested in Colts WR after demand",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/josh-downs-trade-rumors-5-teams-who-could-be-interested-in-colts-wr",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-28T17:17:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SB Nation",
    "slug": "sb-nation",
    "url": "https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/1134074/josh-downs-trade-rumors-suitors-falcons-steelers-commanders-chiefs"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the wake of the Indianapolis Colts' trade deadline deals, which saw the release of Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, wide receiver Josh Downs has requested a trade. Several teams have shown interest in the talented player, making him a prime target for several NFL franchises. The Kansas City Chiefs, despite their recent loss, could greatly benefit from adding Downs to bolster their passing game, which has been hurt by the injury of Tyquan Thornton and the recovery of Rashee Rice. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers, plagued by numerous WR injuries, would gain a valuable asset in Downs to provide additional talent to their roster. The Atlanta Falcons, with their strong outside receiver duo of Drake London and Kyle Pitts, could also use the addition of Downs to diversify their passing game options. The Washington Commanders, who have lost Terry McLaurin to injury, may turn to Downs to help fill the void left by their star player. Finally, the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are currently considering multiple WR options, could find a suitable fit in Downs, given his unique skillset and ability to provide consistent production in the red zone.",
  "summary": "On Tuesday the fire sale began in Indianapolis, with the Colts trading away both Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner ahead of the NFL’s trade deadline. But the deals might not end there. On Wednesday morning wide receiver Josh Downs requested a trade, and the WR should have no shortage of suitors on the open market. […]",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}