Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs remains sidelined due to a high-ankle sprain he suffered in early August. Despite missing practices this week, head coach Shane Steichen has not ruled him out for Sunday's game against the Houston Texans. Downs has been involved in some individual drills, suggesting progress in his recovery. If he cannot play, rookies Adonai Mitchell and Anthony Gould are expected to see increased playing time. Downs' continued absence raises concerns given the injury's tendency to linger, as seen in previous cases like that of Jonathan Taylor. The final decision on his availability will be clearer with the release of the Colts' final injury report of the week.