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Colts activate Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner for a crucial Monday night game against the 49ers

Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner was activated off injured reserve and will play Monday night when the Indianapolis Colts face the San Francisco 49ers

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

49ers look to lock up playoff spot as Rivers tries to keep the Colts in the playoff discussion

The Indianapolis Colts and San Francisco 49ers understand the stakes Monday night

DECEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Colts and 49ers head into a key Monday night matchup chasing different playoff aspirations

The Indianapolis Colts are just trying to get into the playoffs

DECEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Colts may need more aggressive game plan for Philip Rivers if they want to salvage their season

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen prefers playing the aggressor

DECEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Shifts to IR Smith (concussion/neck) was placed on the injured reserve list Saturday.

Impact The veteran offensive lineman from Auburn has been a mainstay on the Colts' offensive line since entering the league in 2018, starting 105 games. Smith is now set to miss Indianapolis' next four contests, which means he'll be sidelined until at least the end of the regular season. In his absence, 2025 fourth-round pick Jalen Travis is expected to start at right tackle.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Smith (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Smith sustained a concussion in the Colts' Week 14 loss to the Jaguars and was unable to clear the league's five-step protocol in time for Sunday's contest. Jalen Travis will likely start at right tackle in Smith's place against a fearsome Seahawks defensive front.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks' stout defense preparing for Colts' 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers

The Seahawks have a defense that is firing on all cylinders, having yielded only nine points over its last two games, both lopsided wins for Seattle

DECEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Braden Smith's courage award feels significant for the Colts this season Braden Smith’s recognition feels especially powerful in a season where mental health has meant more than ever to the Colts.

DECEMBER 11 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Doesn't practice Wednesday Smith (concussion) didn't participate in Indianapolis' practice Wednesday, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Impact Smith sustained a concussion during the Week 14 loss to the Jaguars and will have to clear the league's concussion protocol before he's eligible to return. If the 29-year-old ends up being unable to play Sunday versus the Seahawks, Jalen Travis would likely start at right tackle in his place.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Shane Steichen says Braden Smith, Charvarius Ward Sr. both in concussion protocol This marks the third time Ward has been placed in concussion protocol this season.

DECEMBER 8 • COLTS.COM

Diagnosed with concussion Smith has entered the league's concussion protocol and has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact With Smith done for the day, Jalen Travis will take over at right tackle for the rest of Sunday's game. Smith will need to clear the league's concussion protocol in order to be available for the Colts' Week 15 tilt against the Seahawks on Sunday, Dec. 14.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' next move with Braden Smith just became painfully obvious The Indianapolis Colts' recent moves might be speeding up some offseason decisions. One includes right tackle Braden Smith.

NOVEMBER 20 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Daniel Jones delivered a dud in Pittsburgh. The Colts QB believes it's a blip, not an omen

Daniel Jones' hot start cooled off considerably in a 27-20 loss to Pittsburgh

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Active for Week 4 Smith (heel) was a full participant at practice Friday.

Impact Smith was limited at practice Thursday due to a heel injury before upping his participation Friday. He won't carry an injury designation into the weekend, and Smith will be in his starting role at right tackle versus the Rams on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Richardson starts fast, Packers finish strong to rally past Colts 23-19 in preseason

Anthony Richardson completed six of his first eight passes, leading the Indianapolis Colts to a touchdown on his first series before the Green Bay Packers rallied late for a 23-19...

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Colts lose offensive lineman Blake Freeland with fractured right leg during Packers game

Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Blake Freeland was carted off the field with a fractured right leg during Saturday’s preseason game against Green Bay

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Suffers groin injury Saturday Smith has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's preseason game against Green Bay due to a groin injury, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith was hurt sometime during the first half. Though he's been ruled out for the remainder of the contest, it's not yet clear how severe the groin issue is or if the injury could threaten his status for Week 1 of the regular season. Smith has had trouble staying on the field in recent campaigns but is slated to be an important component of Indy's offensive line, as he's tabbed for the starting right-tackle role in 2025.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' Braden Smith says OCD battle nearly derailed NFL career, but faith journey helped reclaim football joy

Indianapolis Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith found happiness in football again after he broke free from the strain obsessive-compulsive...

AUGUST 1 • FOXNEWS.COM

Colts Lineman Braden Smith Present At Training Camp After Unusual OCD Diagnosis Braden Smith has been a mainstay on the Colts' offensive line since 2018.

JULY 31 • OUTKICK.COM

Colts left tackle Bernhard Raimann gets 4-year, $100 million deal

The Indianapolis Colts have signed left tackle Bernhard Raimann to a four-year, $100 million contract extension

JULY 29 • Associated Press

Braden Smith in a 'spectacular place' following OCD diagnosis | Sporting News Smith missed the final five games of 2024.

JULY 29 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Colts' Braden Smith 'In a Spectacular Place' Heading into Season Indianapolis Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith shared openly about his mindset after facing personal challenges.

JULY 28 • SI.COM

Media availability: Training Camp, July 28 Braden Smith, Juju Brents, Jaylon Jones and Kenny Moore II meet with the media following the team's first full padded practice of Training C...

JULY 28 • COLTS.COM

Colts A to Z: Braden Smith View photos of offensive tackle Braden Smith as we tackle the Indianapolis Colts roster from A to Z.

JULY 18 • COLTS.COM

Colts Star Details Heartbreaking Depression Battle Colts tackle Braden Smith opens up about his battle with depression.

APRIL 9 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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