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Colts A to Z: Josh Downs View photos of wide receiver Josh Downs as we tackle the Indianapolis Colts roster from A to Z.

JULY 4 • COLTS.COM

Colts Josh Downs, Michael Pittman, Alec Pierce, AD Mitchell 2025 fantasy football rankings Where does the Indianapolis Colts' top four wide receivers land in PFF's 2025 fantasy football rankings?

JULY 2 • USATODAY.COM

Fantasy Football 2025: WR Josh Downs player profile Nathan Jahnke breaks down Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs' 2025 fantasy football player profile.

JUNE 8 • PFF.COM

Colts WR Josh Downs on taking hits from LBs, Caleb Downs & the Pacers' run | The Colts Show Podcast The Colts Show returns with JJ Stankevitz opening the podcast with his thoughts and remembrances of late Colts Owner & CEO Jim Irsay. JJ the...

JUNE 5 • COLTS.COM

Josh Downs: OTA media availability, April 22 Wide receiver Josh Downs meets with the media as the team returns to the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center to begin the offseason program.

APRIL 22 • COLTS.COM

NFL Draft: The best picks on Day 2 in each of the past 10 years

As the 2025 NFL Draft projects to be loaded with talent in Rounds 2 and 3, let's look at the best Day 2 picks from the last decade.

APRIL 17 • FOX SPORTS

Colts WR Sends Clear Message to Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones Amid QB Competition Colts wide receiver Josh Downs gave a positive message to both Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones ahead of their quarterback competition.

APRIL 17 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Colts hope to add supporting cast in NFL draft for whichever player wins starting QB competition

The Indianapolis Colts signed free agent quarterback Daniel Jones to challenge Anthony Richardson for the starting job this upcoming season

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

3 Reasons Colts Josh Downs Will Be a Superstar The Indianapolis Colts have a fantastic and bright wide receiver in Josh Downs.

FEBRUARY 20 • SI.COM

Josh Downs' top plays of 2024 Watch the best plays by Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs from the 2024 NFL Season.

JANUARY 31 • COLTS.COM

Just misses century mark in OT win Downs caught 10 of 13 passes for 94 yards in Sunday's 26-23 overtime win over the Jaguars.

Impact The catches and targets were season highs for Downs, who led the Colts in receiving in Week18, while the yardage total was his second-highest of 2024. The second-year wideout saw a modest increase on his rookie production, posting a 72-803-5 line on 107 targets over 14 games this year, and while he flashed his talent on a consistent basis, his ceiling was limited by the erratic quarterbacking of Anthony Richardson (back). Downs could have a true breakout in 2025, but it would likely require Richardson to take a big step forward as well.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Josh Downs pivots upfield for an 18-yard gain Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs turns on the breaks before pivoting for an 18-yard gain against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

JANUARY 5 • COLTS.COM

Targeted four times against Giants Downs caught three of four targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 45-33 loss to the Giants.

Impact Downs reeled in just three passes for the fourth straight game, as the 23-year-old wideout has failed to produce consistently for fantasy purposes. Downs played 47 of the Colts' 77 offensive snaps Sunday, operating in his No. 3 wide receiver role behind Michael Pittman and Alec Pierce. The North Carolina product will look to bounce back in the season finale when the Colts visit the Jaguars in Week 18.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Week 16 Recap: Josh Downs, Colts vs. Titans Wide receiver Josh Downs speaks with the media on Monday to recap the Colts' Week 16 win versus the Tennessee Titans.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Productive in high-scoring victory Downs brought in three of four targets for 61 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' 38-30 win over the Titans on Sunday.

Impact On an afternoon where Anthony Richardson attempted just 11 passes and finished with a modest 131 yards through the air, Downs' modest reception, receiving yardage and target totals were all team highs. The second-year wideout also recorded his fifth touchdown grab of the season on a nifty 27-yard catch and run late in the second quarter where he successfully tiptoed the right sideline on his way to the end zone. Downs' production, along with that of the rest of Indianapolis' pass catchers, remains hard to trust with Richardson under center, but he'll have his usual upside against a vulnerable Giants secondary on the road in Week 17.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Josh Downs catches for a 27-yard Touchdown vs. Tennessee Titans Josh Downs catches for a 27-yard Touchdown vs. Tennessee Titans

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Three catches in loss to Denver Downs (shoulder) caught three of eight targets for 32 yards in Sunday's 31-13 loss to the Broncos.

Impact Downs has just 59 receiving yards over his last two appearances, sandwiched around a one-game absence due to a shoulder injury. He had at least 60 yards in seven of his last eight games prior to this downturn, though much of that stretch came with Joe Flacco under center rather than the erratic Anthony Richardson, who threw for only 172 yards in the loss to Denver. Downs will look to get back on track in Week 16 against the Titans.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Anthony Richardson's 22-yard laser strike pass hits Josh Downs in stride Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson's 22-yard laser strike pass hits wide receiver Josh Downs in stride.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Active versus Denver Downs (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Downs missed the Colts' win over the Patriots in Week 13, but following the team's subsequent bye he was able to practice fully Thursday and Friday before being listed as questionable to face Denver. With his Week 15 active status confirmed, Downs should reclaim his key role in a wideout corps that also features Michael Pittman and Alec Pierce, with Adonai Mitchell and Anthony Gould available to mix in. In 10 games thus far, Downs has compiled a 53/594/4 receiving line on 78 targets, a pace that keeps him on the fantasy radar for the NFL stretch run.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Is Josh Downs Playing Today? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Colts vs. Broncos) The latest injury update for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs in Week 15 against the Denver Broncos.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

In line to suit up Week 15 Downs, who is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Denver due to a shoulder injury, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Downs missed Indianapolis' win over New England in Week 13 due to a shoulder issue, but the Colts' Week 14 bye provided him extra time to recover. After ending this week with a pair of full practice sessions, it appears he'll be able to return to action against the Broncos in a critical contest for Indy's playoff chances. Downs' probable presence would be a big boost to the Colts, as he typically serves as both the team's No. 2 wideout and top punt returner.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practices fully, listed as questionable Downs (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos after practicing fully Thursday and Friday.

Impact Downs missed the Colts' win over the Patriots in Week 13, and following the team's bye he has a chance to contain his absence to one game. Though back-to back full practices bode well for his availability, James Boyd of The Athletic relays that head coach Shane Steichen -- who noted that Downs was "looking good" in practice this week -- fell short of declaring the wideout a go for Sunday's contest, saying "we'll see" on that topic. For his part, Downs said that his status for Indianapolis' 4:25 ET kickoff is a "coaches' decision. It's based on what they say. But yeah, I feel good."

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Turns in full practice Downs (shoulder) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Downs missed the Colts' 25-24 win over the Patriots in Week 13 due to the right shoulder injury, but he seems to have benefited from a well-timed bye in Week 14. Though he was eased back into practice Wednesday in a limited fashion, Downs' ability to take every rep Thursday clears the way for him to play Sunday in Denver. Before missing the win over the Patriots, Downs saw his numbers take a bit of a hit in the previous two contests while Anthony Richardson took back the starting quarterback role from Joe Flacco. In those two games, Downs produced an 8-111-1 receiving line on 12 targets.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Colts injury updates: Latest news on Josh Downs, Michael Pittman, more | Sporting News Here are the latest injury updates for Indianapolis Colts WRs Josh Downs and Michael Pittman Jr.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Returns to limited practice Downs (shoulder) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Impact Following the Colts' Week 14 bye, Downs -- who didn't practice leading up to Week 13 action -- is trending in the right direction after having missed the team's win over the Patriots on Dec. 1. The wideout has two more opportunities to upgrade to full practice participation, and if he can get to that point he could approach Sunday's game against the Broncos minus an injury designation.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE