Josh Downs

Downs missed some of OTAs with what the Colts called a "soft tissue injury" without providing any specifics. He appears no worse for the wear and is back at it as the Colts begin minicamp.

Nathan Jahnke breaks down Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs' 2025 fantasy football player profile.

Jonathan Taylor was also absent from the Colts' first OTA session. Atkins notes he is in Florida working on his own and the team is hopeful to get him back soon. It's early in the offseason program, so fantasy managers don't need to worry yet, but it's worth keeping in mind given Downs' injury history. He played hurt down the stretch as a rookie and his numbers plummeted. Then, in 2024, Downs missed three games and appeared on the injury report with ankle, toe, groin, calf, and shoulder injuries. Still, the talent is evident when Downs is healthy. He led the Colts in receptions last year at 72 while playing in two fewer games than Michael Pittman.