Indianapolis Colts Injury Report: LT Raimann Ruled OUT While LB Speed Is QUESTIONABLE

Raimann Out, Speed Questionable for Colts

The Indianapolis Colts have ruled out left tackle Bernhard Raimann (ankle) for their Week 17 matchup against the New York Giants. Raimann suffered the injury in the Colts' Week 16 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers and was unable to return to the game. Also not practicing Thursday was wide receiver Paris Campbell. Campbell left the Chargers game with a concussion and has not yet been cleared to return to practice. While not practicing Thursday, safety Rodney McLeod, cornerback Tony Brown, tackle Dennis Kelly, and tight end Mo Alie-Cox are all expected to play this week after being limited last week.

Raimann's Absence a Blow to Colts' Offensive Line

With Raimann out, the Colts will likely start veteran Matt Pryor at left tackle. Pryor has started 10 games at left tackle this season, allowing three sacks and committing six penalties. He has a PFF grade of 60.5 this season. Pryor is a solid backup tackle, but he is not as good as Raimann. Raimann has been one of the Colts' best offensive linemen this season. He has a PFF grade of 71.4, which is ninth among all tackles. Raimann's absence will be a blow to a Colts offense that has struggled to protect quarterback Nick Foles this season. Foles has been sacked 41 times this season, which is tied for the fourth-most in the NFL.

Colts Hope for Speed to Play

The Colts are hoping that linebacker Shaquille Leonard (ankle) will be able to play on Sunday. Leonard is one of the best linebackers in the NFL, and his absence would be a major blow to the Colts' defense. Leonard has been dealing with an ankle injury for several weeks, but he still made 10 tackles in the Colts' loss to the Chargers. He is expected to be a game-time decision for Sunday's game. If Leonard is unable to play, the Colts will likely start Zaire Franklin at linebacker. Franklin has played well in Leonard's absence this season, making 7 tackles and 2 tackles for loss in the Colts' last two games.

Conclusion

The Colts have a few key injuries to deal with heading into their Week 17 matchup against the Giants. Left tackle Bernhard Raimann has been ruled out, while linebacker Shaquille Leonard is questionable. The Colts will need to play well to beat the Giants and keep their playoff hopes alive.