The Indianapolis Colts decided to hit the “Everything Must Go” sign after just one game, pulling the trigger on a fire sale that has already shaken up the league. Most importantly for us here in the Emerald City, offensive guard Quenton Nelson, exactly as expected, has been traded to the Seahawks.
Big Q Arrives in the Emerald City
Can you believe it? Quenton Nelson is officially a Seahawk. This move, while “as expected” by the rumor mill, is still a massive, massive deal. Adding a player of Nelson’s caliber to our offensive line is a game changer. Think about it: our O-line just got a serious shot in the arm. This is a crucial upgrade, giving Sam Darnold more time in the pocket and opening up running lanes that could completely transform our ground game. This move immediately elevates our presence at the line of scrimmage, making us a much tougher team to play against.
Colts Clean House, Taylor Still a Target?
But Nelson wasn’t the only one out the door in Indy. Defensive tackle DeForest Buckner also got shipped back to the 49ers, another move the league “expected.” So, with two big names gone, the obvious question is: who’s next? All eyes are on running back Jonathan Taylor. ESPN has already linked him to a bunch of teams, including the Packers, Broncos, Vikings, and yes, *our very own Seattle Seahawks*. Taylor just put on a show against the Vikings, accounting for 110 of the Colts’ 218 total offensive yards in their 16-10 loss to Minnesota. He averaged 5.3 yards per carry and even punched in the Colts’ only touchdown of the day with a 38-yard run.
The Colts clearly have an incentive to maximize their 2027 draft picks, especially since their first-rounder is already committed to the Jets as part of the Sauce Gardner trade. But Taylor is under contract for two more years. This means they might hold onto him until the offseason, giving a new General Manager the chance to decide whether to keep him or trade him in March.
This season just got a whole lot more interesting for the Seahawks. With Quenton Nelson now anchoring our line, the foundation is set. Now, we wait to see if the Colts’ fire sale continues and if Jonathan Taylor could somehow, magically, end up in green and blue too. What a time to be a 12!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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