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The Athletic Football Show on Josh Downs

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What does that mean? Like, what do you get from Josh downs when you've taken him from the very specific way you were using him to now he is your number two outside receiver.
Mentioned at 121:37 – 121:55

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Downs is transitioning to a more expansive role as an outside receiver.

With Michael Pittman gone, Josh Downs is being asked to expand his role from a specialized slot receiver to an outside receiver, which will require him to run more vertical routes and crossers.

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