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Updated · FOX Sports · Nov 10Chiefs Land Josh Downs on 18-Deal NFL Deadline Day as Vikings Reacquire Kirk Cousins
3 articles · Updated · FOX Sports · Nov 10Summary
- Josh Downs completed his requested exit from Indianapolis, giving Kansas City a new wide receiver in one of six trades finalized on deadline day.
- Eighteen deals were completed by the 2026 NFL deadline, with Minnesota's reunion with Kirk Cousins from Las Vegas standing as the day's biggest move.
- Buffalo also added Titans safety Amani Hooker, while Denver made a rare in-division trade for Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley.
- Indianapolis sold multiple pieces but stopped short of moving Jonathan Taylor, keeping its top running back despite deadline speculation.
- The deadline now freezes trades until March 11, 2027, shifting teams from roster reshuffling to playoff pushes and draft planning.
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