Report: Colts WR Josh Downs requests trade

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs reportedly wants out.

One day after the Colts traded away Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, Downs has requested a trade, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Fowler adds that Downs has garnered trade interest from multiple teams, but no deal has materialized at this time.

"With the Colts' clear rebuilding efforts, Downs wants to be moved, which is known in the building," Fowler posted on X.

Downs is currently in the final year of his rookie deal and is set to be a free agent this upcoming offseason.

As the Colts turn their attention to the future, getting something in return for Downs, rather than letting him walk in free agency, would seem to be the prudent move as Indianapolis looks to stockpile draft capital.

A third-round pick by the Colts in 2023, Downs has been a reliable and productive target from the slot in the Indianapolis offense.