The Indianapolis Colts are hoping to construct the muse of the offense round quarterback Anthony Richardson. After choosing him at No. 4 total within the 2023 NFL draft, the way forward for the franchise is within the palms of the previous Florida Gator.
However a number of rounds later, the Colts gave Richardson a brand new weapon with the choice of North Carolina huge receiver Josh Downs.
The receiver slid somewhat bit within the draft, falling to No. 79 total within the third spherical. Nevertheless, one analyst believes the choice of Downs was one of the best decide the Colts made within the draft.
Right here is why CBS Sports activities’ Chris Trapasso loves the Downs’ decide:
Finest decide (A): WR Josh Downs, North Carolina (Spherical 3, Choose 79)
Finest pure beneath, possession slot WR within the class. Tremendous-nimble. Flashes superior ball-tracking expertise in tight quarterbacks. Regardless of his route-running chops and sudden ft, he’s not a YAC weapon. Will likely be Anthony Richardson’s greatest good friend early. (Chris Trapasso)
Downs had a improbable three-year profession at North Carolina, recording back-to-back 1,000-yard receiving seasons. He got here six receptions away from back-to-back 100-reception seasons and was the go-to man for each Sam Howell and Drake Maye.
Now, the Colts hope he’s the go-to man for Richardson for years to come back.
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