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49ers pivot from Josh Downs to acquire Keenan Allen from Colts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 3:30 PM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

49ers pivot from Josh Downs to acquire Keenan Allen from Colts
Summary

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch revealed the team's initial target was Josh Downs of the Indianapolis Colts before shifting focus to Keenan Allen. Lynch explained that discussions for Allen began after watching Colts film, leading to a trade for the veteran receiver, which coincided with trade talks for DeForest Buckner. While the Colts initially resisted parting with Allen, ongoing negotiations eventually allowed the trade to materialize. Allen, 34, has experience in a struggling Colts team and is expected to adapt quickly to the 49ers' system as he prepares for the coming game against the Dallas Cowboys.

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Status Watch
  • •49ers prioritized Josh Downs but shifted to Keenan Allen in trade talks.
  • •Trade began around the time of DeForest Buckner negotiations.
  • •Allen caught 40 passes for 351 yards and one touchdown this season.
  • •Expected to integrate quickly into the 49ers' system before the Cowboys game.
  • •49ers managing injuries to Mike Evans and possibly Deebo Samuel.
Latest Updates
  • 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers were targeting a different WR before trading for Keenan Allen
What they're saying
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49ers GM John Lynch explained that the team originally wasn't looking at trading for Keenan Allen at the deadline.

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