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Colts’ firesale creates potential problem the Bills can’t ignore

The Indianapolis Colts have shown that they are heading towards a rebuild, which could affect the Buffalo Bills directly.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Colts’ firesale creates potential problem the Bills can’t ignore
Key Things to Know
  • BuffaLowDown argues the Indianapolis Colts' roster sell-off could indirectly harm the Buffalo Bills by aiding the New York Jets.
  • The New York Jets own the Colts' 2027 first-round pick following a previous trade for cornerback Sauce Gardner.
  • Indianapolis initiated a rebuild by trading Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks and DeForest Buckner to the 49ers.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Brandon Ray of BuffaLowDown argues that the Indianapolis Colts' roster firesale poses an indirect threat to the Buffalo Bills. With Indianapolis entering a rebuild after trading guard Quenton Nelson to Seattle and defensive lineman DeForest Buckner to San Francisco, the team's struggles directly benefit Buffalo's AFC East rival, the New York Jets, who own the Colts' 2027 first-round draft pick from a prior trade for cornerback Sauce Gardner.

The writer warns that Indianapolis's poor performances could give Jets general manager Darren Mougey a top draft selection to acquire a franchise quarterback. While Ray notes that the Jets have historically struggled to develop quarterbacks, he believes the potential for New York to secure a high-end prospect through the Colts' decline should concern Bills supporters.

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