The Indianapolis Colts are sinking after a 16-10 loss to the Vikings in Week 7 that led to coach Shane Steichen making a bold quarterback decision. Trade rumors for running back Jonathan Taylor have swirled between the Colts and the Giants and a top tier offensive lineman's name has also been bandied about.

Jordan Schulz joined Ryan Clark to discuss the Colts' future and said Indianapolis is entering a “very difficult period as a franchise.”

“I think we're about to see significant changes in Indianapolis as ownership looks to really reset this roster for the future, and that means some big names could be on the move. I'm talking like DeForest Buckner, Quentin Nelson, they're both on the final years of their contracts. All-world running back Jonathan Taylor's on his third deal, Grover Stewart has been in the league for over a decade. I think all four, RC, could be involved in serious trade discussions over the next week or two.”

The Colts are 2-5 this season and tied with the Houston Texans for second place behind the 4-2 Jacksonville Jaguars. While they're not out of the division race, few if anyone views them as a contender after a string of rough performances and listless play from Jones.

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The trade whispers have grown so loud that Taylor's wife joined in, causing the Colts running back to respond to her comments. Indianapolis' season currently qualifies as a huge mess, and no one seems capable or willing enough to clean it up anytime soon.

Cutting bait with top players and getting future draft picks in return could be a wise strategy as the Colts adjust to life after the firing of former GM Chris Ballard.