Overview

• Indianapolis held the slot receiver out Wednesday with a concussion after two fourth‑quarter head and neck hits against Arizona, and the timing of the injury remains unclear.
• Under league rules he must progress through symptom‑limited work, aerobic exercise, football‑specific activity, non‑contact practice and full participation, with clearance from an independent neurologist.
• Missing Wednesday’s session makes a quick return harder, and recent Colts history shows few players have cleared the protocol without missing a game.
• Downs has 26 catches for 217 yards this season, functioning as a short‑area chain‑mover in Shane Steichen’s offense.
• If he cannot play, options include little‑used backup Anthony Gould, a potential look for benched wideout Adonai Mitchell who must earn snaps, or activating receiving tight end Will Mallory to work the middle of the field.