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ESPN Fantasy Football fantasy football takes on Josh Downs
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from ESPN Fantasy Football about Josh Downs.
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All ESPN Fantasy Football insights about Josh Downs
PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026
Ranked 41st in WR tiers; could benefit from Alec Pierce's ankle surgery recovery and Week 1 status uncertainty, potentially gaining increased target share in Colts timeshare.PositiveSleeperAug 18, 2026
Downs is one of the source's favorite late-round targets after a disappointing 2025. Pittman's departure leaves 111 targets behind, giving Downs a clear path toward the volume he saw in 2024, when he caught 72 passes for 803 yards and five touchdowns on 107 targets. Downs separates well, works effectively from the slot and gives the quarterback a reliable underneath option. Projected for 110 targets, he looks like a nice value at his current ADP despite a limited touchdown ceiling.PositiveValueAug 18, 2026
Downs is one of the source's favorite late-round targets after a disappointing 2025. Pittman's departure leaves 111 targets behind, giving Downs a clear path toward the volume he saw in 2024, when he caught 72 passes for 803 yards and five touchdowns on 107 targets. Downs separates well and works effectively from the slot, giving the quarterback reliable options.NegativeProjectionAug 11, 2026
Ranked WR44 in early 2026 PPR rankings with a bye week of 13.NegativeValueAug 10, 2026
Drafted as WR6 in superflex mock at pick 12.1 (round 12, pick 1) with bye week 13.PositiveBreakoutJul 31, 2026
Breakout candidate available in Round 7 or later in many 12-team leagues with potential to be in the WR3 mix as early as Week 1.PositiveBreakoutJul 31, 2026
Downs is identified as a breakout candidate available in Round 7 or later in many 12-team leagues; the source positions him as a potential value play with upside.NegativeValueNo date
Drafted as WR6 in a 10-team PPR mock draft at pick 10.9 with a bye week of 13.PositiveBreakoutNo date
The source identifies Downs as a wise breakout option entering his fourth season with the Colts after the team traded Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers; Downs is poised for his most targets, catches, and overall volume.PositiveBreakoutNo date
Indianapolis Colts starter; a wise breakout option after the team sent Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers; enters his fourth season poised for his most targets, catches, and everything, suggesting significant volume and production upside.