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FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast fantasy football takes on Josh Downs
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All FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast insights about Josh Downs
NegativeRoleJul 31, 2026
Josh Downs is mentioned in the context of tight end evaluation, specifically regarding Tyler Warren's role. The source notes that both Downs and Warren play over the middle of the field, which creates some overlap concern that makes the source 'a little less enthused about Warren' compared to Loveland, though the gap is not substantial.NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026
Downs was drafted in the source's best ball lineup as part of a zero RB strategy, indicating he was selected in the middle rounds of the draft.PositiveValueJul 17, 2026
Josh Downs' current price is acceptable as a potential beneficiary of Pierce being out in the Colts offense.PositiveValueJul 16, 2026
Downs is a 10th-round value with potential for 100+ targets and 10.5 fantasy points per game, offering wide receiver 3 floor with upside as a potential target leader if Alec Pierce misses time.NegativeBreakoutJul 3, 2026
Downs at ECR 113 becomes an easy buy after the Pittman trade opens up significant target volume. Tom notes the distance between Downs and the WR3 (Ashton Doolin) is massive. Last year Downs played only 62% of snaps (vs. Pittman and Pierce above 80%) but drew targets at 0.24 per route run—the highest on the Colts. Even in a perceived down year, he had 84 targets. Removing Pittman opens up considerable targets; while some go to Tyler Warren (expected second-year jump), the areas Downs excels in will work well without Pittman. Main concern is potential Keenan Allen signing, but Tom is not avoiding Downs in June/July over speculation.NegativeRoleJul 1, 2026
Downs faces significant target-share risk if the Colts sign Keenan Allen; Allen showed last year he could still play, making him a legitimate threat to Downs' opportunities in Indianapolis. The source notes this would hurt Downs alongside other Colts receivers.PositiveRoleJun 29, 2026
The source took Josh Downs in the eighth round as a wide receiver four and flex, noting he should see more opportunity with Michael Pittman out. Downs is WR23 in targets per route run over his rookie contract. The Colts are favored in only six games, so the source expects more passing volume. Volatility exists with Daniel Jones' health (Achilles injury on plant foot, similar to Kirk Cousins' struggles), but Downs benefits if Alec Pierce is not 100% to start. The source also notes Downs fell later than expected and shouldn't have dropped where he did, representing good value.PositiveUsageJun 25, 2026
Josh Downs is identified by Tony Ayo as a really talented underrated player who will compete for targets in the Colts passing game alongside Alec Pierce and Tyler Warren. Per Tony Ayo: "Josh Downs is a really talented underrated player."PositiveRoleJun 19, 2026
Josh Downs helps Daniel Jones in the short to intermediate passing game, adding dimension to the Colts offense.PositiveRoleJun 19, 2026
Josh Downs helps Daniel Jones in the short to intermediate passing game, providing support for Jones' offensive arsenal.PositiveUsageJun 12, 2026
Josh Downs has one of the highest target rates per route run in the league and gets open at a really high rate when on the field, making him a primary target for the Colts offense.PositiveBreakoutJun 9, 2026
Josh Downs is a year four player who had an impressive rookie year and is expected to have a larger role this season.