To open Shane Steichen's weekly Wednesday press conference, he addressed where things stand at the wide receiver position after the Colts traded away Keenan Allen and Josh Downs on Tuesday.
Allen was traded to the 49ers for a 2027 sixth-round pick. The Colts sent Downs and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Chiefs for a 2027 fourth-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick in return.
"I just want to acknowledge the departures of Keenan Allen and Josh Downs. Appreciated everything they did for the Colts' organization," Steichen said, via Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan. "Wish them all the best moving forward."
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Steichen added that without Downs in the slot, Anthony Gould will now be a starter.
There will also be more opportunities for Deion Burks and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.
"With that said, really excited for the opportunity for some of these other guys," Steichen added. "Anthony Gould will step in, start for us at the slot. Deion will get more playing time. Nick will be up, Treadwell will be in his role, and then Ashton Dulin as well. So really excited about those guys moving forward for their opportunity."
As was pointed out by Mike Chappell, this group has combined for 27 receptions for 375 yards and one touchdown. 16 of those receptions and 215 of those yards belong to Treadwell.
Overall this season, the lack of speed and playmaking potential without Alec Pierce has significantly impacted the Colts' passing game. After the trade deadline, moving the ball through the air certainly hasn't gotten any easier.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Steichen addresses Downs, Allen trades and plan for wide receiver room
