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Josh Downs Sees 13 Total Targets In Week 12 Win

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs reeled in five catches for 43 yards in the team's 27-20 win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite only having five catches, Downs tied wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. with a team-high 13 targets. The rookie could have had a much better fantasy outing, but he dropped a number of passes while a few of the targets from quarterback Gardner Minshew were uncatchable. Although Downs' usage is encouraging, he doesn't quite have a safe enough floor to be a weekly starter. He does find himself in a favorable matchup in Week 13 when the Colts square off against the Tennessee Titans. Fantasy managers can look to include the former Tar Heel as a WR4/Flex option.

Nov 26 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Practicing On Wednesday

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) was on the practice field on Wednesday coming off the team's bye week. Downs has been battling a nagging knee injury since back in the spring. It has forced him to miss some practice time recently after aggravating it, but the 22-year-old hasn't missed any games. Downs didn't practice at all leading up to the Week 10 game in Germany against the New England Patriots, but he suited up and caught two passes for 40 yards. It's a good sign that he's practicing to begin Week 12 preparations, so barring a setback later this week, he should be ready to play on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a great matchup. As the No. 2 behind Michael Pittman Jr., Downs is a worthwhile WR4/flex consideration when he's healthy.

Nov 22 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Continues To Fight Through Knee Injury

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) has been battling a knee injury since he first hurt it in organized team activities in the spring. He was held out of those voluntary sessions, but his injury never actually healed and he has felt it flare up from time to time, leading to regular maintenance with the training staff. Downs didn't practice at all leading up to the Week 10 game in Germany against the New England Patriots, but he was active and caught two passes for 40 yards. His rookie season has been even more impressive given the fact he hasn't been playing at 100%. Downs has 43 catches for 523 yards and two touchdowns in 10 games. His 33 catches in the first seven games are the most by a player in franchise history. His production the rest of the way will depend on how healthy he is, but he deserves to be rostered in most fantasy leagues as Indy's No. 2 wideout when he's healthy.

Nov 21 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Goes For 40 Yards In Week 10 Win

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs was questionable ahead of Sunday's 10-6 win against the New England Patriots with a knee injury. While the rookie was active, he did see a significant downtick in snaps and it was fellow wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie who played in place of him. Despite the limited playing time, Downs was still able to reel in two of his three targets for 40 yards. His most notable catch came on third down with less than three minutes to play when quarterback Gardner Minshew found Downs for a 28-yard completion to help seal the game. Downs should hopefully be back to being fully healthy as the Colts will go on bye in Week 11 and then host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12. Barring any additional injuries, Downs can be viewed as a FLEX option moving forward.

Nov 12 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs, Alec Pierce Active For Week 10 Clash

Indianapolis Colts wide receivers Josh Downs (knee) and Alec Pierce (ankle) are active for Week 10 versus the New England Patriots in Germany. Both players had been listed as questionable. For Downs, the outlook was grim after he failed to practice at all this past week. He'll suit up Sunday but will likely see a reduced role or run some routes as a decoy. Therefore, he should be benched in most fantasy leagues. Pierce, on the other hand, managed to log a full practice on Sunday and could see an uptick in volume if Downs does spend part of the game on the sideline. However, it's hard to imagine that he'll earn enough targets to get on the fantasy radar. You can leave him on waivers in Week 10.

Nov 12 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs Alec Pierce

Josh Downs Likely To Play In Germany

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) is expected to play against the Patriots in Germany. The rookie has battled a knee issue over the last few weeks and wasn't a lock to play in the Week 9 meeting with the Carolina Panthers. Although he managed to suit up for that one, he aggravated the injury and was ruled out. Without question, Downs has had an impressive 2023-24 campaign. Unfortunately, Schefter indicated the team could be cautious with the 22-year-old in Week 10, so it may be best for fantasy managers to keep him out of the starting lineup.

Nov 12 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs, Alec Pierce Questionable In Week 10

Indianapolis Colts wide receivers Josh Downs (knee) and Alec Pierce (ankle) are both listed as questionable to play in Week 10 in Germany against the New England Patriots. Downs didn't practice at all this week after aggravating his knee injury in the Week 9 win over the Indianapolis Colts, so it would be a surprise if he actually played this weekend in Europe. Fantasy managers need to send the rookie to their benches until further notice. Pierce, meanwhile, popped up on the Week 10 injury report and was limited on Thursday, but he returned to a full session on Friday, so he figures to be on the right side of questionable. The 23-year-old will have added opportunity if he suits up in Frankfurt with Downs looking unlikely to play. If both Downs and Pierce are out, Isaiah McKenzie would serve as the No. 2 behind Michael Pittman Jr.

Nov 10 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs Alec Pierce

Josh Downs Not Practicing, Alec Pierce Limited

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) didn't practice on Thursday, per The Athletic's James Boyd, while fellow wideout Alec Pierce (ankle) popped up on the injury report as a limited participant with an ankle issue. That makes two consecutive DNPs for Downs, who was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated report. The rookie third-rounder left with a knee injury during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers after catching his lone target for 10 yards, and his status remains very much up in the air for Week 10's Frankfurt meeting with the New England Patriots. Friday's level of activity for both Downs and Pierce should be telling as it pertains to their availability for Sunday's matchup. Michael Pittman Jr. could operate as a target hog against the Pats depending on the standing of Indy's complementary pieces.

Nov 10 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs Alec Pierce Michael Pittman

Josh Downs Starts Week With DNP

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) was unable to practice with the team on Wednesday. Downs picked up a knee injury late in practice last week but was active for the Week 9 contest against the Indianapolis Colts. However, the 22-year-old rookie was injured early in that game and never returned. The fact he wasn't on the field on Wednesday is a bad sign for his availability in Week 10 against the New England Patriots in Frankfurt, Germany, this Sunday, but he still has two more days to get right. Downs has been impressive so far in his first NFL season and has emerged as the No. 2 behind Michael Pittman Jr., but fantasy managers need to prepare for the possibility that he won't play this weekend. If Downs is out or limited, Alec Pierce and Isaiah McKenzie will see more opportunities in the passing game behind Pittman in Europe against the New England Patriots.

Nov 8 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Downgraded To Out In Week 9

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) won't return to Sunday's meeting with the Carolina Panthers. He dealt with the knee injury heading into this one, so the latest development isn't surprising. But now fantasy managers are focused on whether Downs will play in Week 10 against the Pats in Germany. However, it's certainly possible the team may prevent him from making the trip overseas, especially if he doesn't make any progress over the next few days.

Nov 5 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Exits Due To Injury On Sunday

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) exited Sunday's matchup with the Carolina Panthers. He is questionable to return. The 22-year-old battled a knee injury heading into Week 9, so the team may take the cautious approach and keep him out for the remainder of the game. If that happens, he'll finish with one catch for 10 yards. It would be a tough blow for fantasy managers if Downs misses time moving ahead, especially since he had a touchdown in each of his previous two games. But until he's back on the field, Michael Pittman Jr. and Alec Pierce should remain the top two wideouts. At the same time, Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss may get more looks out of the backfield.

Nov 5 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Officially Active For Week 9

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) is officially active for Week 9 versus the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable but was widely expected to play. He will indeed suit up, ranking as a solid fantasy WR3 after totaling 23 catches for 315 yards and two touchdowns over the last four weeks. Even as Downs finds himself competing for touches with Michael Pittman Jr., Jonathan Taylor, and Zack Moss, the rookie has significant standalone fantasy value.

Nov 5 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Intends To Play Against Carolina

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) intends to play on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. The 2023 No. 79 overall pick has made noise throughout his rookie season, catching 40 of his 56 targets for 473 yards. He also has two touchdowns, both occurring in the last three weeks. That said, Downs will test things out during warmups. However, he may be limited because of the ailment even if he plays, meaning fantasy managers may want to consider keeping him out of the starting lineup in Week 9.

Nov 5 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Questionable To Face Panthers

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) was limited in practice the last two days and is questionable to play in Week 9 against the Carolina Panthers. Downs tweaked his knee in practice on Thursday and was added to the injury report. The fact that the 22-year-old was able to practice at all on Friday after that is good news, but he's still up in the air to play this weekend, and the Colts playing in the late Sunday slate makes things more difficult. Downs has emerged as the clear No. 2 wideout in the Colts' passing attack behind Michael Pittman Jr. and is a suitable WR4/flex if he's active with quarterback Gardner Minshew at QB for Indy the rest of the year. If Downs is held out this weekend, Alec Pierce and Isaiah McKenzie will have bigger roles, as could Juwann Winfree.

Nov 3 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs Added To Week 9 Injury Report

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) was added to the Week 9 injury report due to a knee injury. He was officially listed as limited. The impressive 22-year-old wideout must have injured himself in practice on Thursday. Mid-week injuries usually are never a good thing, but Downs will have another day to test out the injury in practice on Friday. If he's not on the practice field on Friday, there's a good chance he won't be able to play in Week 9 against the Carolina Panthers. Making things more difficult if he's questionable is the fact that the Colts play in the later slate of games this Sunday. If Downs is ultimately unable to play this week, Alec Pierce would gain some flex appeal as the No. 2 behind Michael Pittman Jr. Isaiah McKenzie would also have a bigger role in the passing game.

Nov 2 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs On The Flex Radar Against The Saints In Week 8

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs stamped another strong performance in Week 7. The rookie caught five passes for 125 yards and a touchdown in a loss to the Cleveland Browns. He also led the team in targets with six, proving to be a go-to target for quarterback Gardner Minshew . The Colts host the New Orleans Saints in Week 8, who have been a top-four pass defense up to this point in the season. Despite the tougher matchup, Downs' target share and big-play ability make him a viable flex option in the contest.

Oct 27 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs Gardner Minshew

Josh Downs Leads All Colts In Receiving With 97 Yards

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs had the best day of his young career on Sunday in the team's 23-16 win against the Tennessee Titans, reeling in all six of his targets for 97 total yards. Downs has continued ramping up his production in the Colt's offense over the past few weeks and ended up leading the team in targets and yards on Sunday. Downs has proved himself to be a viable threat in the Colts' passing attack with his high-end speed and yards after-the-catch abilities, reeling in the team's longest pass play of the day with a 38-yard reception from rookie QB Anthony Richardson . The University of North Carolina product should be rostered in all leagues moving forward, and he can be considered a WR3/Flex option in his Week 6 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Oct 9 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Josh Downs A Risky Choice For Week 1

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs has done enough to earn himself a starting spot ahead of the Week1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The rookie wideout has looked good in camp and will open the season as the starting slot receiver. The Colts have high hopes for Downs after selecting him in the third-round of this year's draft. However, there could be a learning curve for this offense with rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson under center. Downs won't be an ideal streaming option for Week 1, but is worth keeping an eye on. He should be rostered in basically all dynasty formats and might have PPR value in the near future.

Sep 9 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

Colts To Go To Josh Downs Often In Week 1?

The Indianapolis Star's Nate Atkins thinks that we'll see a steady dose of Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs in the Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Without running back Jonathan Taylor (ankle) and tight end Jelani Woods (hamstring) to start the season, Adkins thinks the Colts need to hit some singles and doubles in their offense. The 22-year-old Downs will open the year as Indy's starting slot receiver over Isaiah McKenzie and could be a safety blanket for rookie first-round quarterback Anthony Richardson in the middle of the field early on. Richardson's deficiencies as a passer and lack of experience will make him extremely inconsistent as a passer in 2023, but Downs is definitely a name to keep an eye on in PPR leagues to start the year.

Sep 6 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs Isaiah McKenzie Anthony Richardson Jonathan Taylor Jelani Woods

Offseason In Review: Indianapolis Colts

The Colts’ stunning 2021 season-ender in Jacksonville seems does not exactly seem like it occurred 20 months ago. So much has changed since. Although the batch of Pro Bowlers (minus one well-documented exception) from that talented team remains ahead of the 2023 season, they have observed a chaotic overhaul in the time since that crushing […]

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Josh Downs Listed As Starting Slot Receiver

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Josh Downs is listed as the team's starting slot receiver on their first unofficial depth chart entering the 2023 regular season. Downs will open his first NFL campaign as the starting slot receiver for the Colts after beating out Isaiah McKenzie for the role. The 22-year-old third-rounder impressed the coaching staff in training camp and could become an early season waiver-wire darling if he gets off to a strong start in Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. However, he's going to need volume to become a weekly option for fantasy managers, and rookie first-round quarterback Anthony Richardson's lack of experience and polish as a passer will likely make Downs extremely unpredictable.

Sep 5 · Source via Indianapolis Colts Josh Downs

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