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For weeks, speculation swirled around wide receiver Josh Downs, whose future with the Indianapolis Colts became a hot topic as the team's struggles intensified. The longtime Colts pass-catcher had reportedly requested a trade, telling reporters he was open to a fresh start after two years of declining production.
On Tuesday, Downs got his wish. The North Carolina product was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs along with a seventh-round pick, while the Colts received a fourth- and fifth-round pick in return.
Downs marked the end of his four-year tenure in Indianapolis with two posts on X. One paid tribute to his time with the Colts, but the other—a GIF of Vince Carter wildly celebrating his jersey retirement with the Toronto Raptors—drew far more attention. The GIF, showing Carter lifting his head to the heavens and letting out a primal yell, seemed to capture Downs' relief at leaving the Colts.
Key Analysis
The post sparked mixed reactions among Indianapolis fans. While some understood Downs' desire to move on from a struggling team, others were unhappy with his approach—from the trade request to the nature of his farewell. The trolling moment became a notable subplot on a busy day of NFL transactions, and it remains to be seen whether it will follow Downs throughout his career, especially when he returns to Indianapolis.
Originally reported by yahoo.