Josh Downs upgraded to full participant in Thursday's practice

Colts receiver Josh Downs continues to trend toward returning to action for this weekend's game against the Broncos.

Downs (shoulder) was upgraded from limited on Wednesday to a full participant during Thursday's practice.

Downs has not played since Indianapolis' 24-6 loss to Detroit in Week 12. He still leads the club with 53 receptions and is second with 594 yards and four touchdowns.

Fellow receiver Ashton Dulin (ankle) remained a non-participant on Thursday.

Center Ryan Kelly (knee) remained limited. Center Tanor Bortolini (concussion), defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (back), linebacker Jaylon Carlies (fibula, shoulder), and receiver Michael Pittman (back) all remained full.

Offensive tackle Braden Smith (personal) has not practiced this week, with head coach Shane Steichen noting he’s not expecting Smith to play.