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Downs is expected to play in the flanker/outside role in Steichen's offense, which uses motion to get receivers in optimal positions. This represents a significant change from his past where he rarely played outside, even when other receivers were injured.

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there's still opportunity for Josh Downs to play in this outside role... it's good to hear that they have plans to actually put him in... he will be at a 75% plus route share this season as long as he's healthy... he's going to play in this flanker role in Steichen's offense. Steichen has always been a a coach that uses a ton of motion to kind of not only disguise his play calling, but also get his receivers in the best position possible.
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Downs is expected to play in the flanker/outside role in Steichen's offense, which uses motion to get receivers in optimal positions. This represents a significant change from his past where he rarely played outside, even when other receivers were injured.
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