Colts could be out another starting lineman: RT Braden Smith questionable
Indianapolis Colts right tackle Braden Smith is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a foot injury.
Smith, who has started every game for the Colts this season, was limited in practice this week. He is listed as questionable on the team's injury report.
If Smith is unable to play, the Colts will likely start Matt Pryor at right tackle. Pryor has started four games for the Colts this season, including the team's Week 1 win over the Houston Texans.
The Colts are already without starting left tackle Eric Fisher, who is on injured reserve with a torn Achilles tendon. If Smith is also unable to play, the Colts would be without two of their starting offensive tackles.
The Colts are hoping to avoid a repeat of last season, when they were plagued by injuries to their offensive line.
Last season, the Colts lost three of their starting offensive linemen to season-ending injuries. The team's offensive line struggled mightily as a result, and the Colts finished the season with a 7-9 record.
The Colts are hoping to avoid a similar fate this season. The team has a lot of depth on its offensive line, but losing Smith would be a significant blow.
Pryor is a capable backup, but he is not as good as Smith.
Pryor has started four games for the Colts this season, and he has played well. However, he is not as good as Smith, who is one of the best right tackles in the NFL.
If Smith is unable to play, the Colts will need Pryor to step up and play well. The Colts will also need the rest of their offensive line to play well in order to protect quarterback Matt Ryan.
The Colts are hoping that Smith will be able to play on Sunday.
The Colts are hoping that Smith will be able to play on Sunday. If he is unable to play, the Colts will have to rely on Pryor to step up and play well.
The Colts are also hoping to avoid a repeat of last season, when they were plagued by injuries to their offensive line. The Colts have a lot of depth on their offensive line, but losing Smith would be a significant blow.