Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs is poised for a big year alongside quarterback Anthony Richardson.
, who signed a three-year, $70 million extension solidifying him as the Colts' WR1 for years to come. Then it was. Downs is coming off a rookie season where he broke the Colts' franchise record for receptions despite dealing with a knee injury to end the year. The former third-round pick looked like a steal for the Colts last season.
Downs finished with 68 catches for 771 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie. Most of that production came with Gardner Minshew throwing him the ball, not his draft mate,Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs reacts after catching a long pass during the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium. / Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports
The connection between a quarterback and his receiver can be taken for granted. It's not always as simple as throwing accurate passes and catching the football. The two must be in sync about what they see on the field and know what the other thinks in every situation. It can be the difference between moving the chains or committing a turnover.
Downs is also growing as a leader. With Mitchell poised for a big role in the Colts offense as a rookie, Downs is imparting what he learned last year to help him get off to a fast start. Downs knows that being a rookie in the NFL can be like drinking from a firehose.
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