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Downs is 17th in the NFL at 83.4. After throwing in the towel on 2026, there's no reason for the Colts not to send Downs to a team that can make better use of his skills.
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Downs' man coverage grade (83.4) makes him ideal Chiefs fit over Worthy (72.1).

Downs has struggled in the absence of Alec Pierce and is set to hit free agency in the spring. The source notes Downs would be a great fit for the Chiefs, where he operates in a similar ADOT to Rice and Kelce. Downs is 17th in the NFL at 83.4 PFF receiving grade versus man coverage, compared to Xavier Worthy's 72.1, providing the Chiefs with a man coverage answer they currently lack. His fantasy role would likely be similar to his 2025 role if traded.

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