ESPN’s Stephen Holder believes Josh Downs “is finding that he is best suited to play the role he has always played.”

The Colts have given Downs the opportunity to expand his offensive involvement this year, but he has struggled to capitalize on it without Alec Piece (heel) on the field to keep defenses honest. Downs reportedly asked for a trade roughly two weeks ago, and per Holder, the relationship between Downs and the Colts isn’t “the best” right now. If they can’t get adequate trade value, they may choose to keep him, while also using the lack of a substantial offer as a counterpoint to his recent disgruntlement. Stay tuned.