Colts Rule Out Pair of Significant Defenders vs. Steelers

The Indianapolis Colts have ruled out starting defenders Kenny Moore II and Kwity Paye ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Sep 22, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) attempts to get away from Indianapolis Colts defensive end Kwity Paye (51) during the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images / Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

The Indianapolis Colts have ruled out a pair of starting defensive players, defensive end Kwity Paye (quad) and cornerback Kenny Moore II (hip), per head coach Shane Steichen.

The Colts host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium but will be without two of their most important defensive players.

RT Braden Smith (knee), C Ryan Kelly (neck) still sidelined today as the #Colts’ final practice before the #Steelers on Sunday begins. Don’t see CB Kenny Moore II (hip), DE Kwity Paye (quad), DE Tyquan Lewis (calf/wrist).

CB Chris Lammons (knee/ankle) is back. pic.twitter.com/AfKmUGPq3K

— Jake Arthur (@JakeArthurNFL) September 27, 2024

In Paye's absence, we can expect to see an increase in usage for Dayo Odeyingbo and Laiatu Latu. Tyquan Lewis could be in play for more time as well, but he's also missed practice time this week with calf and wrist injuries.

With Moore out, his direct backup is Chris Lammons. However, Lammons missed Wednesday and Thursday's practices with knee and ankle injuries, although he was able to return on Friday. If Lammons is also unable to play, it could make things interesting in the Colts' secondary, and not necessarily in a good way. Samuel Womack III, who has played outside corner this season, could move inside while Dallis Flowers moves in Womack's outside spot, or a safety such as Julian Blackmon or Nick Cross could move into the slot.

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