The Indianapolis Colts’ fire sale continues. In a move that has been speculated about for some time, the Colts have traded six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Keenan Allen to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for a sixth-round pick.
Comp update: Colts are receiving a 6th-round pick for Keenan Allen, per sources. https://t.co/tTnggYU1Do
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 10, 2026
This deal makes sense for both sides. Allen led Indianapolis in targets (58) and receptions (40) and ranked second on the team in receiving yards (351) and receiving touchdowns (one). With a 2-7 start and in clear need of a rebuild, the Colts began trading away their best players. Among the receivers, Allen was their best option.
The 49ers are 7-1 and the NFC's top seed, leading the NFC West by two games over the Seattle
Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams, both 5-4. However, injuries have continued to plague their season, especially at wide receiver. They have two receivers on injured reserve with a chance to return this season, one receiver out for the season, and two other receivers who have missed multiple games, including Mike Evans.
49ers WR injuries this season have included:
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 10, 2026
🏈Mike Evans: Achilles/ribs (has missed last two games)
🏈Deebo Samuel: hamstring (has missed last 3 games)
🏈Christian Kirk: meniscus (IR)
🏈De'Zhaun Stribling: ankle (IR, targeting December)
🏈Ricky Pearsall: PCL (out for the… pic.twitter.com/Rh1SjUNkBd
Keenan Allen hasn't dealt with many injuries over the past few seasons. In fact, he has not missed a game since 2024 during his brief stint with the Chicago Bears. He should boost this severely injured receiver room and help San Francisco maintain its Super Bowl aspirations.
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