Colts face critical decisions as Irsay-Gordon's leadership is questioned
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 1:18 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly entering a fire sale ahead of the trade deadline, having traded stars OL Quenton Nelson and DT DeForest Buckner. Former NFL scout John Middlekauff criticized owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon's management, highlighting a lack of talent and draft capital. The Colts, currently 2-5, may also consider trading key players like Jonathan Taylor and Josh Downs. With no permanent general manager in place and significant roster changes needed, the team faces an uncertain future. Upcoming weeks are pivotal as they assess their roster and search for leadership.
- •Colts traded Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner amid a fire sale.
- •John Middlekauff criticizes decision-making under owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon.
- •Team currently holds a 2-5 record and faces roster uncertainty.
- •Potential trades for Jonathan Taylor and Josh Downs are being discussed.
- •Interim GM Ed Dodds oversees personnel decisions following Chris Ballard's dismissal.
- 1:18 AMYahoo Sports — ‘A Lot of Questions With the Owner’ — Ex-NFL Scout Points to Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s ‘Wackiest’ Decision While Discussing Colts’ ‘Disastrous Situation’
"The Indianapolis Colts are going to be a team to watch over the next couple of weeks. It’s not because of the product they’re going to put on the field, though.
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