Overview
- Gardner started against Jacksonville, played most of the first half, then was listed as questionable to return with a wrap on his calf.
- He previously missed three games with a high calf strain that he and the team said did not threaten the Achilles.
- The All-Pro returned to the starting lineup after just one practice during the week.
- Earlier Sunday, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Gardner was expected to play despite a questionable designation.
- Indianapolis has been eliminated from playoff contention after Houston’s win, intensifying scrutiny of the deadline deal that sent two first-round picks to the Jets for Gardner.