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Colts Have Two OUT, Four Questionable for Huge Clash with Broncos

The Indianapolis Colts have numerous questionable and out tags on key players for the Denver Broncos matchup.

Drake Wally

A black Indianapolis Colts helmet sits on the turf Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, during a game against the Detroit Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
A black Indianapolis Colts helmet sits on the turf Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, during a game against the Detroit Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. / Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
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The Indianapolis Colts released their final injury report ahead of Sunday's road game at Mile High against the Denver Broncos, which will be a playoff-level matchup.

Shane Steichen announced earlier that wide receiver Ashton Dulin (ankle) and offensive tackle Braden Smith (personal) aren't suiting up for Sunday.

As for the questionable designations, wide receiver Josh Downs (shoulder), center Ryan Kelly (knee), linebacker Jaylon Carlies (fibula/shoulder), and tight end Mo Alie-Cox (hip) fall into the spot. Downs and Carlies logged a full practice, while Kelly was limited and Alie-Cox out. We'll see what happens with the tight end position if Alie-Cox doesn't play on Sunday.

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As for Downs and Carlies, Indianapolis can desperately use their services against the Broncos. Downs has been the go-to target for Steichen's passing offense, leading Indianapolis with 53 catches. Carlies is the best coverage linebacker for the Colts and played great until his injury. If he can return it will help Zaire Franklin and E.J. Speed with pass coverage, an area both have struggled.

The Colts will need to play arguably their most efficient level of football to defeat the 8-5 Broncos on the road. Anthony Richardson must take care of the football and, if possible, stay mistake-free. The offensive line, Jonathan Taylor, and Gus Bradley's defense must support the field general.

The Colts are in must-win mode and can't afford to lose or likely wave goodbye to any playoff hopes. We'll see if Steichen is ready to upset Sean Payton's squad at Mile High.

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Drake Wally
DRAKE WALLY

Drake Wally covers the Indianapolis Colts at Horseshoe Huddle and co-hosts the Horseshoe Huddle Podcast.  

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