The Indianapolis Colts are gearing up for a challenging Week 12 matchup against the Detroit Lions, widely regarded as one of the league’s top teams. To compete at their best, the Colts will need all their key players on the field. Fortunately, there’s already promising news: head coach Shane Steichen announced Wednesday that defensive end Tyquan Lewis is returning from injured reserve.
Adding to the excitement, quarterback Anthony Richardson reclaimed his QB1 role after being benched for two weeks. In his return, Richardson delivered the finest performance of his career, bringing new life to the offense, which had struggled in recent weeks. The team is hopeful this momentum will carry forward against the Lions.
On the defensive side, Lewis’s return provides a significant boost. While it remains uncertain if he’ll be ready to face Detroit, his participation in Thursday’s practice is an encouraging sign. Meanwhile, the offensive line continues to grapple with injuries. Previously one of the league’s strongest units, it has faced increasing setbacks, including the loss of Bernhard Raimann, who missed Thursday’s practice due to a knee injury. However, The Athletic’s James Boyd reported that Raimann was seen doing individual drills, suggesting he might return soon.
Here’s the Colts’ Week 12 injury report following Thursday’s practice:
| Player | Injury | Thursday |
|---|---|---|
| Bernhard Raimann | Knee | DNP |
| Braden Smith | Foot | FULL |
| Tyquan Lewis | Elbow | FULL |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | Back | FULL |
| Josh Downs | Calf | FULL |
| Kenny Moore II | Knee | FULL |
