The Indianapolis Colts will visit the Seattle Seahawks in Week 15. 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 15?
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 15?
In theory, if you take a distressed asset and make a significant change around it, that asset can only gain.
In life, I’m with that train of thought. In the Colts’ passing game, less so. Downs hasn’t hit 60 receiving yards in a game this season and is in the midst of a second month-long TD drought.
Daniel Jones was responsible for some of those struggles, but his season is now over due to the Achilles issue. That paves the way for change, but nothing on this roster fills me with confidence that the change will help this passing game rediscover its form from earlier in the season.
Michael Pittman’s role seems to be highlighted most after the Jones injury last week, and with Tyler Warren filling a specific role, this offense isn’t built to support too many options in what promises to be a grounded attack as they attempt to play defense with their offense staying on the field.
Things are ugly in Indy right now, and I’d rather not have any of their receivers dictating my fantasy fate if at all possible.
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 15
Downs is projected to score 9.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Downs to have four receptions for 42 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 15 Weather Impact: Colts at Seahawks
The forecast for kickoff is 54 degrees Fahrenheit with 3 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
