Josh Downs sends enthusiastic message to Chiefs fans after trade to KC

The Kansas City Chiefs acquired wide receiver Josh Downs in a last-minute exchange with the Indianapolis Colts at the 2026 NFL trade deadline, and the star pass-catcher didn't seem like he could be any happier when he delivered a message to fans after the deal was finalized. "I'm excited to be joini

Football Zone

SEE ALL

Niners Wire

49ers officially announce Keenan Allen trade, 1 other roster move

Trendline

Former NFLPA Expert Predicts Lamar Jackson's Departure from Baltimore Ravens

For the Win

Andy Reid explained his Harrison Butker decision for Chiefs' matchup with Falcons

What is the story about?

The Kansas City Chiefs acquired wide receiver Josh Downs in a last-minute exchange with the Indianapolis Colts at the 2026 NFL trade deadline, and the star pass-catcher didn't seem like he could be any happier when he delivered a message to fans after the deal was finalized.

"I'm excited to be joining Chiefs Kingdom," Downs said in a short video posted to social media. "[I] just touched down in the city [and am] ready to get to work."

A third-round pick of the Colts in the 2023 NFL Draft, Downs is expected to bring new life to head coach Andy Reid's offense after Kansas City's receiving corps struggled to find its footing in its first eight games of the regular season.

Hear Downs' full message to fans in this video, which was shared to Twitter

by the Chiefs' official account:

TouchDowns in KC 🛬 @JoshDowns pic.twitter.com/V9ibWy08mP
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) November 11, 2026

While it is unclear if Downs will make his debut during Kansas City's Week 10 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, Chiefs fans should expect to see the former North Carolina Tar Heel in action as soon as Reid determines he is ready to take the field.

This article originally appeared on Chiefs Wire: Josh Downs sends enthusiastic message to Chiefs fans after trade to KC