Kansas City Chiefs are being urged to pursue Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs ahead of the NFL trade deadline on November 3, 2026. The suggestion comes from Gameday Kansas City analyst Dallin Ballard, who argues that Downs could provide an immediate boost to the Chiefs' receiving corps.
Downs, a second-year player, has shown promise with the Colts. In a recent game against the Tennessee Titans on October 18, 2026, he was targeted but dropped a pass at Lucas Oil Stadium. Despite that, his potential makes him an attractive trade target for a Chiefs team looking to strengthen its offense for a playoff push.
The Chiefs have been active in the trade market in recent seasons, and adding a young, cost-controlled receiver like Downs could align with their long-term plans. Any deal would need to be finalized before the league's trade deadline at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
