The Adam Schefter Podcast on Josh Downs

PodcastDynamic Rookie Debuts + Can Caleb Downs have a Ronnie Lott-esque impact?August 18, 2026

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Josh Downs has had the groin injury. They're a little thin at that position.

Mentioned at 32:25 – 32:30

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Negative signalInjury

Downs is currently sidelined with a groin injury.

Josh Downs is currently dealing with a groin injury, contributing to the Colts' thin depth at the wide receiver position.

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Downs' potential No. 1 role and Texans' third-worst pass defense support a start.

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Downs handling underneath and intermediate work in Colts offense.

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Josh DownsPositiveRole

Downs gets increased role with Pierce out on injured reserve.

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Josh DownsPositiveRole

Downs gets increased workload with Pierce out on injured reserve.

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Primary beneficiary of Alec Pierce's IR placement in Colts passing game. Multiple comments identify Downs as the immediate add/start candidate to rep...

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Josh Downs route share for the 1st 2 weeks of the 2026 season: 85.2% Previous career high: 72.9%

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