Colts downgrade RT Braden Smith, but he made trip to Jets
Indianapolis Colts right tackle Braden Smith was downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the New York Jets due to a foot injury, but he made the trip to New Jersey with the team.
Smith, who has started all 16 games for the Colts this season, was limited in practice this week and is now considered unlikely to play against the Jets. If Smith is unable to play, the Colts will likely start Matt Pryor at right tackle.
Pryor has started two games at right tackle this season, including last week's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He has also started games at left tackle and left guard this season.
The Colts are also without starting left tackle Eric Fisher, who is on injured reserve with a torn triceps. Fisher is expected to miss the rest of the season.
The Colts' offensive line has struggled this season, allowing 31 sacks, which is tied for the most in the NFL. The Colts have also allowed 108 quarterback hits, which is the second-most in the NFL.
The Jets' defense has been one of the worst in the NFL this season, allowing 29.6 points per game. The Jets have also allowed 36 sacks, which is the fourth-most in the NFL.
The Colts are a 3-point favorite over the Jets in Sunday's game.