SAMSON EBUKAM NEWS

Avoids injury designation Ebukam (knee) was a full participant in practice Friday.

Impact Ebukam has no injury designation and appears to be ready to play for the first time since Week 7 versus the Chargers. The 30-year-old should be ready to assist starters Laiatu Latu and Kwity Paye to bolster the defensive line. Ebukam has 14 tackles and 2.0 sacks on the season.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Ebukam (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Ebukam has missed three consecutive games due to a lingering MCL sprain in his knee, but he appears to have taken a step forward in his recovery following Indianapolis' bye. If he's able to upgrade to full practice reps Thursday and/or Friday, Ebukam could avoid an injury designation entirely for Sunday's road game against the Chiefs.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Colts announce 7 inactive players for Week 10 game vs. Atlanta Falcons The Colts prior to Sunday ruled out defensive ends Samson Ebukam and Tyquan Lewis and wide receive Anthony Gould due to injuries.

NOVEMBER 9 • COLTS.COM

RG Chris Lindstrom active for Falcons but CB Mike Hughes out vs. Colts in Berlin

Falcons three-time Pro Bowl right guard Chris Lindstrom is active for Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts in Berlin, but starting cornerback Mike Hughes (neck) won’t play

NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Missing more time Ebukam (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons.

Impact The 30-year-old is now in line to miss his third consecutive game after sustaining an MCL injury in the Week 7 win over the Chargers. With Ebukam and Tyquan Lewis (groin) both sidelined in Week 10, JT Tuimoloau is expected to operate as the Colts' top reserve defensive end.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Colts put defensive tackle DeForest Buckner on injured reserve, 'no timetable' for return

The Indianapolis Colts have placed three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner on injured reserve — meaning he’ll miss at least four games — because of a neck injury

NOVEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Colts hope to rebound from 2nd loss while the Falcons try to regroup from 3-game skid in Berlin

The Indianapolis Colts are looking to rebound from their second loss of the season

NOVEMBER 6 • Associated Press

Colts announce 7 inactive players for Week 9 game at Steelers The Colts prior to Sunday ruled out wide receiver Anthony Gould and defensive ends Samson Ebukam and Tyquan Lewis with injuries.

NOVEMBER 2 • COLTS.COM

Out for Week 9 Ebukam (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ebukam is still recovering from an MCL injury he suffered in Week 7. He'll miss his second straight game, allowing Tyquan Lewis and JT Tuimoloau to see increased snaps off the edge for the Colts.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Misses another practice Ebukam (knee) did not practice Wednesday.

Impact Ebukam is recovering from an MCL injury that he sustained during the Colts' Week 7 win over the Chargers, which prevented him from playing against the Titans this past Sunday. He is expected to miss multiple weeks while rehabbing from the injury, so he is unlikely to be cleared to return for Week 9 against the Steelers.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Taylor and Daniel Jones fuel surprising start, but Colts not taking anything for granted

Jonathan Taylor seems to hit a new milestone every week

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Jonathan Taylor scores 3 TDs as Colts pound Titans 38-14 and move to NFL-best 7-1

Jonathan Taylor rushed for two touchdowns and had a TD catch, and Daniel Jones threw for two more scores as the Indianapolis Colts routed the Tennessee Titans 38-14

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Out for Week 8 Ebukam (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Ebukam suffered a multi-week MCL injury in last Sunday's win over the Chargers, so his absence wasn't unexpected. With Ebukam out, Tyquan Lewis (groin) and JT Tuimoloau are expected to see increased reps on defense.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Colts sign an edge rusher (and it's the least exciting one imaginable) The Indianapolis Colts filled a spot temporarily vacated by the injured Samson Ebukam, but don't get too excited.

OCTOBER 21 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Report: Colts DE Samson Ebukam (MCL) out multiple weeks Indianapolis Colts defensive end Samson Ebukam will miss "multiple weeks" with an MCL injury, ESPN reported Monday.Ebukam suffered the knee...

OCTOBER 20 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Dealing with MCL injury Ebukam is expected to miss multiple weeks after sustaining an MCL injury in Sunday's 38-24 win over the Chargers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The veteran edge rusher is seeking a second opinion regarding his MCL injury, but he's currently expected to be sidelined over the next couple of weeks. Ebukam has played 208 defensive snaps over the Colts' first seven games this season, recording 24 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks. In his stead, Tyquan Lewis (groin) and rookie JT Tuimoloau are expected to serve as Indianapolis' reserve defensive ends.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with MCL injury Ebukam is expected to miss multiple weeks after sustaining an MCL injury in Sunday's 38-24 win over the Chargers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The veteran edge rusher is seeking a second opinion regarding his MCL injury, but he's currently expected to be sidelined over the next couple of weeks. Ebukam has played 208 defensive snaps over the Colts' first seven games this season, recording 24 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks. In his stead, Tyquan Lewis (groin) and rookie JT Tuimoloau are expected to serve as Indianapolis' reserve defensive ends.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Week 7 Ebukam has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Chargers due to a knee injury.

Impact Ebukam sustained a knee injury during a collision with teammate DeForest Buckner. Ebukam had his knee evaluated by medical staff, who determined that the injury is severe enough for the 2017 fourth-rounder to be sidelined for the rest of Sunday's game. With Ebukam and Tyquan Lewis (groin) both done for the day, the Colts will turn to JT Tuimoloau, Adetomiwa Adebawore and Neville Gallimore to pick up more rotational snaps on the defensive line.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Samson Ebukam drops Geno Smith for Colts' fourth sack of game vs. Raiders Indianapolis Colts linebacker Samson Ebukam sacks Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith for a 7-yard loss.

OCTOBER 5 • NFL.COM

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SEPTEMBER 23 • FOX SPORTS

Records sack in season opener Ebukam had a sack and three QB hits in Sunday's win over Miami.

Impact It was strong debut after recording a career-high 9.5 sacks last season. Ebukam played on 18 of the defense's 47 snaps. He looked at full speed despite nursing a back issue during the preseason. He'll get significant snaps as part of the rotation at defensive end.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Records sack in season opener Ebukam had 1.0 sack and three total QB hits in Sunday's win over Miami.

Impact It was a strong debut after recording a career-high 9.5 sacks last season. Ebukam played on 18 of the defense's 47 snaps. He looked at full speed despite nursing a back issue during the preseason. He'll get significant snaps as part of the rotation at defensive end.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Colts host Dolphins and hope to end 11-game Week 1 losing streak

Each year the Indianapolis Colts preach the importance of starting fast

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Full go for Week 1 Ebukam (back) did not appear on the Colts' injury report Wednesday.

Impact Ebukam was nursing a back issue during the preseason, but he has now moved past the injury, setting him up to play in Sunday's regular-season opener against Miami. The 30-year-old played in all 17 regular-season games with Indianapolis in 2024, recording a career-high 57 total tackles (39 solo), including 9.5 sacks, while also adding three forced fumbles and a pass defensed.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Did not play Saturday Ebukam (back) did not play in Saturday's preseason loss to Green Bay.

Impact Ebukam entered training camp fully recovered from a torn Achilles that he suffered in July of 2024, but he's dealing with a back issue jeopardizes his status for the start of the regular season. Ebukam's absence would open the door for Tyquan Lewis, JT Tuimoloau and Durell Nchami to see more rotational snaps at defensive end behind Laiatu Latu and Kwity Paye (groin).

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE