Underdog NFL on Josh Downs

Tweet@UnderdogNFLSeptember 1, 2026

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Josh Downs (calf), Alec Pierce (ankle, heel), Tyler Warren (groin) returned to practice Tuesday.

STACKED’s take

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Filed as a positive signal on Josh Downs (WR, IND) — the post above has the full context.

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Josh DownsNegativeRole

Giants' slot crowded with Likely (255 slot snaps), Nabers (17 per game recently); Downs snap share unclear.

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Josh DownsPositiveValue

Downs available at low cost: pro-rated $3.924M salary, likely late-round pick trade price.

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Josh DownsPositiveRole

Downs fits Giants' slot receiver need after Austin's ACL injury; 58+ receptions in three Colts seasons.

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Josh DownsNeutralRole

Downs trade request expected to materialize; Steelers among interested AFC teams.

Behind the Steel Curtain

Josh DownsNeutralValue

Downs unlikely to fetch big return; could thrive in pass-heavy offense.

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Josh DownsNegativeProjection

Downs' 2025 production down to 307 yards, zero TDs through seven games.

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