Yahoo Sports NFL on Josh Downs

ArticleColts release unofficial depth chart for Week 1 opener versus Ravens—with a few...September 8, 2026

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especially if it comes down to starting slot Josh Downs. The Colts are still working through it, but it's possible they could elect to promote special teams returner Anthony Gould ahead of Sunday's game still yet for a more natural punt returner (and not to place Downs at greater injury risk)

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Downs may handle punt returns but injury risk could limit role.

Starting slot receiver Josh Downs is in consideration for punt return duties, though the Colts are still working through the situation and may promote special teams returner Anthony Gould to avoid placing Downs at greater injury risk.