What happened: The Indianapolis Colts completed two trades on Wednesday to part with veteran pillars on both sides of the ball nearly two weeks before the Nov. 10 cutoff, per Mike Garafolo. Rather than waiting for final-hour bidding, the organization moved early to offload core starters during Week 8 of the 2026 regular season.

Why it matters: Striking deals well ahead of the deadline gives acquiring teams extra weeks to integrate starters while positioning Indianapolis to maximize future draft capital. With a leadership transition underway in the front office, clearing veteran contracts resets the payroll for a multi-year rebuild.

What to watch: Additional roster movement remains possible in Indianapolis before the NFL trade window closes on Nov. 10.