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Perhaps there are two Josh Downs, but that is not a player who has been overly impressive in my eyes this season. If you narrow his performance down to the last three weeks, it's been underwhelming. He's only catching 63% of his targets despite 90% of those being on target.
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Downs' 63% catch rate and lack of after-catch creation make him a poor fit for San Francisco.

Downs is among three receivers the 49ers are considering, but the source expresses skepticism about his fit. Despite 90% of his targets being on target, Downs is catching only 63% of them; over the last three weeks, his performance has been underwhelming. He is primarily a slot receiver without the make-you-miss ability to create after the catch, and his separation comes from scheme rather than individual skill. In true man-to-man situations, Downs has failed to hold on to the ball in key moments for the Colts. The source does not believe he is the type of wideout who would raise the bar for the 49ers.

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