Sam Wallace pushed Josh Downs all the way down to WR52 despite the sophomore’s 2024 breakout (100-plus targets, 800-plus yards). He argued that the looming Richardson-versus-Jones battle and the quarterbacks’ run-first tendencies make it improbable for Indianapolis to sustain two fantasy-viable receivers. With Pittman already penciled in for the lion’s share of targets, Wallace sees Downs as an inconsistent WR5/bench option whose weekly value will hinge on big plays or injuries elsewhere in the offense.

Sam Wallace advised drafting Michael Pittman as only a low-end WR3 (he slotted him at WR32) because the Colts’ passing outlook is murky. The team still hasn’t decided whether Anthony Richardson or newly acquired Daniel Jones will start, and neither quarterback has shown consistent downfield accuracy. Both signal-callers are quick to tuck and run, further limiting available targets. While Pittman has topped 800 receiving yards in four straight seasons—twice clearing 1,000—Wallace doubts the offense can produce top-20 receiver volume this year. He urged drafters to fade Pittman at his current price unless training-camp reps reveal a dramatically improved passing attack.