Josh Downs and Caleb Downs may miss NFL matchup due to injury, trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 11:42 PM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Josh Downs and Caleb Downs may miss NFL matchup due to injury, trade
Summary

The Week 9 NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and Dallas Cowboys on November 8 could be affected by injuries and a potential trade. Caleb Downs, a rookie safety for the Cowboys, is in concussion protocol and did not practice on November 4. His availability is uncertain due to this and an ankle issue. Josh Downs, a receiver for the Colts, has requested a trade but stated he is focused on playing this Sunday. The Colts also have several players listed on their injury report.

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  • •Caleb Downs is in concussion protocol and did not practice.
  • •Josh Downs has requested a trade but is preparing to play.
  • •The Colts host the Cowboys on November 8.
  • •Other Colts players are also dealing with injuries.
  • •The Cowboys are managing multiple injuries on their roster.
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  • 11:42 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Downs-Caleb Downs matchup could be stopped by injury, trade
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NFL Week 9 could be a matchup between the Downs brothers. But each -- Josh of the Colts, and Caleb of the Cowboys -- could be unavailable.

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