Colts head coach Shane Steichen announced that the team is currently not planning to place running back Jonathan Taylor on short-term IR despite his mild high-ankle sprain. This injury is to the same ankle that underwent surgery earlier this year. While Taylor is expected to miss the upcoming game against the Jaguars, the team remains hopeful that he will not be sidelined for an extended period. In his absence, Trey Sermon is expected to take on the lead role in the backfield.
- Jonathan Taylor is dealing with a mild high-ankle sprain.
- The Colts are optimistic Taylor won't miss more than four games.
- Trey Sermon will likely be the lead back in Taylor's absence.
Jonathan Taylor | RB
Injury
Week 5
- Dealing with a mild high-ankle sprain.
- Same ankle that required surgery in January 2023.
- Expected to miss the game against the Jaguars.
Trey Sermon | RB
Pickup
Week 5
- Expected to take over as the lead back in Taylor's absence.
- Opportunity to showcase his skills as a starter.
Indianapolis Colts
- Facing a challenging situation with Jonathan Taylor's injury.
- Need to rely on Trey Sermon to step up in the running game.