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Colts Open DeForest Buckner’s Return Window as CB Injuries Mount

His limited return triggers a 21-day window for activation following a four-game IR stint.

Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (99) reacts in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner (1) uses crutches as he leaves the field after the Indianapolis Colts lost to the Houston Texans 20-16 at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christine Tannous-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Overview

  • DeForest Buckner was a limited participant Wednesday as Indianapolis opened his 21-day practice window after a Week 10 IR stint for a neck injury.
  • Sauce Gardner missed a fourth straight practice with a calf injury and, though not headed to IR per the team, is expected to miss time.
  • Charvarius Ward Sr. went on injured reserve for the second time this season and will miss at least the final four regular-season games after re-entering concussion protocol.
  • Rookie quarterback Riley Leonard practiced fully, keeping him available after Daniel Jones’ season-ending Achilles injury in Week 14.
  • The Colts listed veteran Philip Rivers on the practice squad as a contingency at quarterback, while Buckner’s Week 15 status against Seattle remains uncertain.