Charvarius Ward - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Cleared to play against Houston Ward (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans.

Impact Ward tweaked his groin during the Colts' overtime loss to the Chiefs in Week 2. He drew the questionable tag for Sunday's AFC South tilt following a DNP-LP-FP practice log, and the veteran cornerback has been given the green light to play after going through pregame warmups. Cam Taylor-Britt will operate in a depth role behind Ward and Sauce Gardner for Week 3.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Could play against Houston Ward (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Ward drew the questionable tag for Week 3 following a DNP-LP-FP practice log. He's working through a groin injury that he picked up in Week 2 against the Chiefs, and if he cannot play Sunday, then Cam Taylor-Britt would likely start at outside cornerback opposite Sauce Gardner.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Colts get encouraging Charvarius Ward injury development ahead of Texans game Indianapolis Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward has been dealing with a groin injury problem this week, but that seemingly will not keep him o...

2 DAYS AGO • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

DNP with groin injury Ward (groin) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Ward exited Sunday's 33-30 overtime loss to the Chiefs early due to groin tightness. The starting cornerback will need to upgrade his practice participation to at least a limited level by Friday to have a chance of playing in the Colts' Week 3 divisional matchup against the Texans.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nursing groin issue Ward is dealing with groin tightness after Sunday night's 33-30 overtime loss to the Chiefs, Jake Arthur of Roundtable.io reports.

Impact Ward exited the game with groin discomfort in the second half, but he appears to have avoided a significant injury. The cornerback's status at the team's first practice of the week Wednesday will provide more clarity towards his availability for Week 3 versus the Texans.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Colts decision to play it safe in overtime against Chiefs winds up proving costly for Steichen

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen played it safe Sunday night

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Mahomes and Walker shine, Butker hits winning 40-yarder as Chiefs beat Colts 33-30 in OT

Harrison Butker kicked a pair of field goals in overtime, including a 40-yarder as time expired, giving the Kansas City Chiefs a 33-30 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday...

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Dealing with groin injury Ward (groin) is questionable to return to Sunday night's contest against the Chiefs, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ward suffered a groin injury in the second half of the contest, and his status for the stretch run is now uncertain. In his absence, Cam Taylor-Britt will stand to step into a prominent role in the secondary with Indianapolis.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' revamped defense delivers another bad opening-day performance in 41-23 loss to Ravens

The Indianapolis Colts spent an entire offseason reshaping their defense

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Sauce Gardner could earn a massive honor in first full Colts season The Indianapolis Colts have an elite cornerback duo in Sauce Gardner and Charvarius Ward, but can both make an All-Pro team this season?

SEPTEMBER 10 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Cleared from injury report Ward (back) was not listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game versus the Ravens.

Impact Ward was battling a back injury. However, his absence from Wednesday's injury report indicates he should be good to go for the opener versus Baltimore. The 30-year-old veteran appeared in seven regular-season games for the Colts during the 2025 campaign, compiling 25 total tackles.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Indianapolis Colts fans get a bittersweet Charvarius Ward injury update The Indianapolis Colts missed cornerback Charvarius Ward for a chunk of training camp, but how long his return will last is in question.

AUGUST 26 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Returns to practice Tuesday Ward (back) is back participating in individual drills at practice Tuesday, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Ward dealt with back tightness during the offseason and has continued to battle it this summer, causing him to miss the past couple weeks of action. The Colts will now aim to get Ward ready for the regular-season opener 19 days from now on Sept. 13 against the Ravens. Ward is expected to bookend Sauce Gardner at cornerback for Indianapolis.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

No timeline for return Colts general manager Chris Ballard told reporters Tuesday that Ward (back) does not have a timeline for return, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ward has not practiced in training camp due to a back issue that also prevented him from participating in minicamp in June. He's unlikely to play in Thursday's preseason opener against New England, and it remains to be seen whether Ward will suit up for any of the Colts' exhibition games. Cam Taylor-Britt (suspension), Mekhi Blackmon and Johnathan Edwards will all see more reps with the first-team defense at outside cornerback for as long as Ward is sidelined.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Colts leaving Charvarius Ward home raises an uncomfortable question For the Indianapolis Colts to reach the playoffs, they need an improved defense. For that to happen, Charvarius Ward needs to be healthy. Th...

AUGUST 11 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Sauce Gardner and Bryce Boettcher on energy across the defense | 2026 Training camp media availability Sauce Gardner discusses taking the field with Charvarius Ward, the energy across the secondary and his personal growth mindset. Rookie lineb...

AUGUST 8 • COLTS.COM

2-Minute Drill: Sauce Gardner & Charvarius Ward off to a fast start With Sauce Gardner and Charvarius Ward Sr. healthy and on the field together, the Colts' cornerback duo is already making its presence felt....

AUGUST 2 • COLTS.COM

Recovers from back issue Ward is particpating in the Colts' training camp activities, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ward did not participate in the Colts' minicamp in early June due to back tightness. The cornerback has since recovered from the issue and found a new purpose that has reinvigorated his passion for football. The 30-year-old truly believes the Colts can be the best secondary in the NFL and wants to help lead the team there.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' Charvarius Ward just proved why he is worth rooting for Sometimes with football, it is easy to forget the players are real human beings too. Indianapolis Colts' Charvarius Ward just reminded fans...

JULY 30 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Colts might have a perfect trade partner to avoid Charvarius Ward risk With the Detroit Lions in desperate need of another cornerback, the Indianapolis Colts might have the perfect opportunity to move on from Ch...

JULY 4 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Charvarius Ward just told Colts fans what to expect from Sauce Gardner duo The Indianapolis Colts have a top-tier cornerback duo, but Charvarius Ward knows they have to come through on the field.

JUNE 29 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Indianapolis Colts may have made a huge Charvarius Ward mistake As great a player as Charvarius Ward is, the Indianapolis Colts might be putting too much faith in a player who may not be able to play a fu...

JUNE 20 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Tending to back tightness Ward (back) did not participate during the Colts' minicamp Tuesday, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Impact The issue is not considered serious, and per Chappell, Ward may return to the practice field as soon as Wednesday. The veteran figures to be a key piece of an Indianapolis defense hoping for a rebound in 2026.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Charvarius Ward Opens Up About Challenges Faced During First Year With Colts Indianapolis Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward Sr. is itching to remind folks across the league that he's one of the best at his position. Hi...

MAY 23 • SI.COM

Ready to continue NFL career Ward (concussion) is present for OTAs and has decided to continue his football career after contemplating retirement, ESPN.com's Stephen Holder reports.

Impact Ward's last two seasons were a nightmare even though he largely remained effective when on the field. His daughter passed away in October 2024, during his final season with the 49ers, and Ward then played just seven games in 2025 for the Colts while spending most of the season in concussion protocol. He spoke with reporters Wednesday for the first time since the end of the 2025 campaign, confirming that he's back with the Colts for another season and has high hopes for a secondary that also features CB Sauce Gardner. The Colts recently released long-time slot corner Kenny Moore, unwilling to commit three starter-level contracts to the same position long-term.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

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