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Colts rule out Week 17 starter for Week 18

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Destin Adams | Last updated 1/5/24

Following Thursday's practice, the Indianapolis Colts hadn't ruled out any player for their Week 18 matchup.

But on Friday, they announced that they have downgraded CB Chris Lammons, and he will now miss their matchup on Saturday with the Houston Texans.

CB Chris Lammons (ankle) has been downgraded to Out. https://t.co/94ktL2jYtM
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) January 5, 2024

Lammons filled in as the Colts starting slot CB in Week 17, with usual starter Kenny Moore II missing with a back injury. Now, with Lammons out this week, getting Moore II back on the field is of high importance. There isn't a clear option to back up Moore II in the slot, which would be troublesome for the Colts game plan at the position.

Luckily for the Colts, it seems that Moore II is preparing to play this week. But with Lammons out this week, if Moore II reaggravates his injury, it'll be interesting to see what the Colts would do at the slot CB position.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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