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The shifty slot maven is reportedly due for more work on the outside in 2026. It's easy to love the breakout upside here: Nerdy separation metrics like Fantasy Points' Average Separation Score and ESPN's Open Rating both had Downs as a top-12 separator in 2025.

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Downs' top-12 separation metrics and target projection upside (+15 vs. ADP) offset role uncertainty.

Reportedly due for more work on outside in 2026. Breakout upside is easy to love: Fantasy Points' Average Separation Score and ESPN's Open Rating both had Downs as top-12 separator in 2025. However, could still be No. 3 pass-game option in potentially underwhelming Daniel Jones-led offense. Colts may add veteran free agent at position. Ranked WR41; 28th in projected targets vs. WR43 ADP (+15 discrepancy).

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