Behind the Steel Curtain on Josh Downs

ArticleSteelers had trade discussions about three WRsNovember 10, 2026

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Downs – a popular target of trade rumors – was dealt to KC. Downs, of course, was one of the players traded the day of the deadline, heading from Indianapolis to Kansas City

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Downs traded to KC on deadline; Steelers explored but passed on deal.

Josh Downs was a popular target of trade rumors and was dealt to Kansas City on deadline day from Indianapolis, receiving a seventh-round pick in exchange for fourth- and fifth-round selections, all in 2027. The Steelers had trade discussions about acquiring him but did not complete a deal.

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Downs debuts with Chiefs; expect 20-50% snap share and gradual integration.

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Expected to play Week 10 vs. Falcons; Andy Reid playbook uncertainty; competes with Worthy

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Newly acquired Downs can create separation in zone coverage against Falcons.

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Newly acquired Downs can create downfield separation in defined package vs. Falcons.

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Downs' slot redundancy, drop rate, and lack of deep-threat ability limit his ceiling.

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Andy Reid on Josh Downs' first week with the Chiefs: "I thought he did a nice job of what we asked him to do. He's a smart kid & he knows how to play...

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