What happened: The Indianapolis Colts are pausing trade negotiations for running back Jonathan Taylor and wide receiver Josh Downs until after Week 9 against the Dallas Cowboys. Indianapolis already dealt guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks and defensive lineman DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers after parting ways with general manager Chris Ballard. Team officials intend to revisit active offers on Monday and Tuesday before the deadline window closes.

Why it matters: Indianapolis began reshaping its roster with the early departures of Nelson and Buckner, but maintaining Taylor keeps its backfield intact heading into Sunday. The Cowboys enter at 3-5 after an overtime defeat to Arizona, trailing the New York Giants by one win while exploring additions such as Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat. Indianapolis previously faced the Pittsburgh Steelers in a 34-22 loss on Oct. 12 before shifting toward deadline moves.

What to watch: The Colts host the Cowboys on Sunday in Indianapolis before the NFL trade deadline passes on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. ET.