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Downs' role seems to be changing in Pierce's absence. Downs had an average depth of target of 7.2 yards or lower in each of his first three seasons. His average depth of target so far this year is 11.5 yards. In 2025, Downs averaged 9.8 yards per catch. This year, he's averaging 13.3 yards per catch.
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Downs' aDOT up to 11.5 (from 7.2); yards per catch 13.3 vs. 9.8 last year.

Downs' role is changing in Pierce's absence; his average depth of target has increased to 11.5 yards this year compared to 7.2 yards or lower in each of his first three seasons, and his yards per catch have risen to 13.3 this year from 9.8 in 2025, suggesting a shift toward deeper targets and more explosive plays.

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