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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 27, 2026 12:45 PM ET

Colts shift into sell mode with Quenton Nelson trade ahead of Week 9 Cowboys matchup

Indianapolis sits at 2-5 after firing GM Chris Ballard.

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Interesting background. The for sale sign is out in Indy, which fired GM Chris Ballard last week. The Cowboys play at 2- Via @WerderEdNFL on X

What happened: Following the move that dismissed general manager Chris Ballard, the Indianapolis Colts have put up the for-sale sign ahead of the trade deadline, per Ed Werder. Personnel chief Ed Dodds began the roster overhaul by agreeing to trade guard Quenton Nelson on an expiring contract, per Adam Schefter.

Why it matters: Parting with an All-Pro interior lineman drafted out of Notre Dame marks a clear pivot toward future assets in Indianapolis. That offensive line shakeup directly alters the matchup for the Dallas Cowboys when they visit the Colts in Week 9.

By the numbers: Dallas comes off a 38-21 final victory, while Indianapolis holds a 2-5 record ahead of their Week 9 meeting.

What to watch: Indianapolis remains open to additional roster moves ahead of the trade deadline before hosting Dallas in Week 9.

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