Colts’ Samson Ebukam Out for Week 8; Josh Downs Cleared from Concussion

The Indianapolis Colts are facing some challenges ahead of their Week 8 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Head coach Shane Steichen announced that defensive end Samson Ebukam has been ruled out due to a knee injury.

Injury Update: Ebukam and Lewis Out

Samson Ebukam did not participate in practice this week after sustaining an injury during the Colts’ victory over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 7. Additionally, defensive end Tyquan Lewis has been downgraded to out due to a groin injury.

Player Status

• Samson Ebukam: Out (knee injury)
• Tyquan Lewis: Out (groin injury)
• Josh Downs: Cleared from concussion protocol and will play
• Ashton Dulin: Not ruled out (chest injury)
• Tyler Goodson: Not ruled out (groin injury)

Wide receiver Josh Downs, who missed Week 7 due to a concussion sustained in Week 6, is now available and will participate in the upcoming game. Both Ashton Dulin and running back Tyler Goodson have also returned to practice. Goodson, who has been out for three consecutive games, participated fully this week.

Jaylon Jones’ Status

The Colts have opened a 21-day window for cornerback Jaylon Jones, allowing for his potential activation from injured reserve. Jones has been recovering from a hamstring injury that first occurred in Week 1 and was further aggravated during training camp.

Jones can be activated at any time before November 12 to bolster the Colts’ defense.

Practice Report Overview

Here’s a summary of the full practice report from Friday:

The Colts are preparing to face the Titans and will need to adjust their strategy accordingly in light of these injuries.