The Indianapolis Colts will host the Houston Texans in Week 13. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Josh Downs.
Is Josh Downs Playing in Week 13?
Downs is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Colts’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Downs in Week 13?
Downs isn’t lineup worthy, and there’s a chance he doesn’t need to be rostered.
Over the past two games, he’s turned eight targets into just 13 receiving yards, and he’s a clear No. 3 option in a run-centric offense that has a quarterback regressing in terms of the production numbers we care about.
That’s about as bad as it gets.
I’m a believer in the talent of Downs and can already tell you that I’ll be higher than the industry on him this summer (it’s far too early to sell on a 24-year-old that has some good tape out there). Still, I’m not the least bit confident that we see things turn around for this version of the Colts, and that has him trending in the direction of a player that can be cut for quality depth elsewhere.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Downs’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Downs is projected to score 9.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Downs to have four receptions for 46 yards and 0.2 touchdowns. Downs could also add zero rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 13 Weather Impact: Texans at Colts
Since the Colts play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 13 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
