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ArticleColts WR Alec Pierce expected to be ready for regular season opener against Rav...September 7, 2026

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It gives the Colts wide receiver unit a frontline unit of Pierce, veteran Keenan Allen, and slot Josh Downs for returning starting quarterback Daniel Jones to throw to.

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Downs slots into Colts' top three WR group for Ravens opener.

Josh Downs is the slot receiver in the Colts' frontline wide receiver unit alongside Alec Pierce and veteran Keenan Allen for returning starting QB Daniel Jones in Week 1 against Baltimore.

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Downs gets team-high nine targets with Pierce out; benefits from thin WR room.

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Downs elevated to Colts' top receiver role with Pierce sidelined.

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Josh Downs assumes top receiver role with Alec Pierce sidelined.

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verrrrry interesting 👀 Is Josh Downs a must-start player next week? He plays the Houston defense.

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The only things that have ever held Josh Downs back are his snap count and health. He's a really good player and has been getting open all night. The...

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JOSH DOWNS 📈

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