"Colts Place Charvarius Ward on IR After Concussion, Will Miss Next Four Games"
"It's a tough break for us, but we'll rally as a team and make the necessary adjustments. Charvarius is a key part of our defense, and we look forward to getting him back soon."
– Shane Steichen, Head Coach, Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts have placed cornerback Charvarius Ward Sr. on injured reserve following a concussion sustained during warmups before last weekend’s victory over the
Arizona Cardinals. As a result, Ward will miss at least the next four games.
Ward, who has been a critical part of the Colts' defense this season, sat out all of practice leading up to the Week 7 matchup against the
Los Angeles Chargers. His absence is a significant loss for Indianapolis, especially considering his experience and contributions. Ward, 29, has recorded 13 tackles and three passes defensed in four games this season.
The Colts' defense, already dealing with a few injuries, will now have to adjust without one of their top cornerbacks. The team has a bye week in Week 11, meaning the earliest Ward could return is the
Week 12 road game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Nov. 23. This gives the Colts some time to regroup, but Ward's absence will still be felt.
In a corresponding move, the Colts signed
running back Ameer Abdullah to their 53-man roster from the practice squad. Abdullah, 32, brings veteran experience and depth to the backfield, having played in 143 NFL games with five teams. The 10-year veteran has accumulated
2,007 rushing yards and 20 total touchdowns (nine rushing, 11 receiving) over his career.
Abdullah's addition is necessary after Tyler Goodson was ruled out with a groin injury. Additionally, the Colts elevated
cornerback Cameron Mitchell and wide receiver Laquon Treadwell from the practice squad to fill out their roster. Kenny Moore II, dealing with an Achilles injury, is listed as
questionable, while Josh Downs (concussion) and Ashton Dulin (chest) were ruled out.
As the Colts head into Week 7, the defense faces the challenge of adjusting without Ward, but
Head Coach Shane Steichen remains optimistic about the team’s ability to step up in his absence. "It's a tough break for us, but we'll rally as a team and make the necessary adjustments. Charvarius is a key part of our defense, and we look forward to getting him back soon,"
Avalanche outshoot Bruins 38-14 in easy home victory
Nathan MacKinnon had two goals, Josh Manson also scored and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 in Denver on Saturday night.
Martin Necas added an empty-net goal, Artturi Lehkonen contributed two assists and Scott Wedgewood needed just 13 saves to secure the win for Colorado, which scored on its first two shots of the night.
The Avalanche have started the season on a six-game point streak.
John Beecher scored and Jeremy Swayman turned away 34 shots for Boston. The Bruins have dropped their last three games after beginning the season 3-0.
Boston also tallied a goal on its first shot of the night, going ahead 3:11 into the game. Charlie McAvoy had the puck above the right circle and sent a pass down through the slot to Beecher on the left, and he redirected the puck into the open net for his first goal of the season.
Colorado evened it later in the period when Lehkonen fed MacKinnon along the Bruins blueline, he skated in alone and deked Swayman before floating a backhander into the net at 7:08 of the first.
Manson gave the Avalanche the lead midway through the opening period. Gabriel Landeskog won an offensive zone faceoff to Brent Burns at the point and Burns passed it over to Manson, whose one-timer made it 2-1 at 10:22.
It was Manson's first goal of the season.
Colorado dominated the second period, outshooting Boston 16-2, but couldn't capitalize on three power-play opportunities. However, they did extend the lead early in the third.
Lehkonen had the puck below the goal and passed it to MacKinnon as he skated into the right circle. MacKinnon used a screen on a shot that went off Swayman's right shoulder and in at 4:14.
It was MacKinnon's sixth goal of the season.
Beecher nearly answered later in the period when he wristed a rebound right in front of the net, but Wedgewood robbed him with a glove save to keep it a two-goal game.
Swayman came off for an extra skater with 2:50 left and Necas scored his fourth goal of the season at 17:23.
Giants clash with Broncos in high-stakes showdown as Nix and Dart face off in Denver thriller
Giants and Broncos Set for High-Stakes Clash in Denver
The New York Giants (2-4) are set to embark on a challenging journey as they face off against the Denver Broncos (4-2) in a pivotal Week 7 matchup at Empower Field at Mile High. This contest promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams seeking to assert their dominance in the league.
Broncos Surge Following Narrow Victory
The Broncos come into this game riding a wave of confidence following a hard-fought 13-11 victory over the New York Jets. Rookie quarterback Bo Nix demonstrated remarkable composure in that game, completing 19 of 30 pass attempts for 174 yards and a touchdown, all while maintaining possession of the football. Nix’s mobility was also on display, as he added 24 yards on five rushing attempts, showcasing his dual-threat capability.
On the other side of the field, the Giants are eager to continue their momentum after a convincing 34-17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Quarterback Jaxson Dart led the charge with a well-rounded performance, finishing 17-for-25 for 195 yards and a touchdown through the air, while also contributing significantly on the ground with 58 rushing yards and another score. His ability to make plays both in the pocket and on the run will be crucial as the Giants look to capitalize on their recent success.
For fans eager to catch the action, the game will be broadcast live on SiriusXM. Listeners can tune in to channel 232 for the Broncos’ home feed and channel 387 for the Giants’ coverage. Additionally, local radio stations will provide coverage, including KOA 850 AM & 94.1 FM for Broncos fans and KNBR/KNBR-FM (104.5 FM and 680 AM) for Giants supporters.
Game Day Details
The highly anticipated clash between the Giants and Broncos is set to kick off at 4:05 p.m. ET on Sunday, October 19. With both teams needing a victory to bolster their playoff aspirations, this matchup at Empower Field promises to be a thrilling contest filled with drama and excitement.
