After having all sorts of issues in Week 12 against the Miami Dolphins, the New England Patriots defense is set to face an easier challenge in Week 13. Not only are the Indianapolis Colts less potent on offense, they also are likely to be without their No. 1 pass catcher.
According to a report by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Josh Downs is “a long shot” to be cleared to play against New England.
The sophomore wide receiver had left Sunday’s game against the Detroit Lions with a shoulder injury in the fourth quarter.