Overview

• Head coach Shane Steichen confirmed Walley suffered a season-ending ACL tear during joint practice and ruled him out following the preseason loss to Baltimore.
• The third-round pick had forced his way into contention for the starting boundary cornerback spot opposite Charvarius Ward before his knee injury.
• JuJu Brents and Jaylon Jones are now slated to fill Walley’s vacated role, each having missed camp time with recent hamstring issues.
• Walley’s rehabilitation timetable is expected to extend through 2026, potentially delaying his bid to secure a long-term starting job under his rookie contract through 2028.
• Quarterback Anthony Richardson exited the same game with a dislocated pinky finger, compounding the Colts’ early preseason injury challenges.