Overview
- A chaotic Hail Mary play on Thursday sent two players onto the Colts sideline and knocked Brian Mason to the turf, where he was visibly in severe pain and taken to the locker room for evaluation.
- League and team reports say Mason likely sustained multiple torn ligaments in his knee, and he flew back to Indianapolis with the team for further imaging and medical review.
- The Colts have not announced definitive imaging results or a surgical timeline, leaving Mason’s longer-term availability unresolved.
- Despite the reported ligament damage, Mason returned to coach at practice days after the game wearing a heavy thigh-to-shin brace, signaling he will try to remain involved even if his mobility is limited.
- Mason’s injury could affect special teams preparation and the kicking competition; senior assistant Joe Hastings and other staff could absorb duties if Mason is sidelined, and the team will monitor his treatment decisions for short-term staffing changes.