BRADEN SMITH NEWS

Clears COVID-19 protocols Smith (COVID-19) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.

Impact Smith was one of three players that was activated from the COVID-19 list Saturday, with the other two being quarterback Carson Wentz and cornerback T.J. Carrie. Smith should return to his role as the starting right tackle for Sunday's game against Las Vegas.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts activate QB Carson Wentz from COVID-19 list

The Indianapolis Colts activated quarterback Carson Wentz from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and he should be able to start against Las Vegas on Sunday

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Check out the NFL odds on Raiders vs. Colts, from the point spread to the over/under and expert picks.

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Colts' Leonard off virus list, ready to face Raiders

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard couldn’t wait to get back to work Thursday

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Revised COVID protocols have Colts making contingency plans

Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich won't know until later this week whether quarterback Carson Wentz will play Sunday against Las Vegas

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL cuts isolation time for players who test positive

The NFL is reducing isolation time for players who test positive for COVID-19 and are asymptomatic, including unvaccinated players, to five days from 10

DECEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on COVID-19 list Smith (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Impact Smith joins starting guards Mark Glowinski and Quenton Nelson in COVID protocols. With starting left tackle, Eric Fisher suffering a knee injury Sunday against the Cardinals and Ryan Kelly absent due to personal reasons, the entire Colts offensive line's availability for Week 17 against the Raiders is up in the air. If Smith is vaccinated, he'll need to produce two negative tests more than 24 hours apart to clear protocols.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

COVID-19 issues continue in NFL; Colts, Panthers hit hard

The Indianapolis Cots have placed five players on the COVID-19 list as the virus continues to work its way through NFL locker rooms, even with the vast majority of players in the l...

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Off injury report Smith (triceps) is no longer listed on the Colts' injury report.

Impact Smith suffered a triceps injury just after halftime against the Jets in Week 9. The offensive tackle underwent an X-ray following the Colts' win, but the X-ray was inconclusive. Since he's now off the injury report, expect Smith to start at right tackle against the Jaguars on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wentz acquisition paying dividends with Indy in playoff hunt

The Indianapolis Colts made their big offseason move by trading for Carson Wentz

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Undergoing tests Smith underwent an X-ray following Thursday's win over the Jets that revealed damage to his triceps but was otherwise inconclusive, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star report...

Impact Smith suffered a triceps injury during Thursday's win over the Jets. The extent of the damage is not yet known, though he will reportedly undergo further testing. While the injury may hold him out of additional action, the Colts have 10 days until their Week 10 matchup against the Jaguars.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Taylor, ground game help Colts find easy path past Jets

Carson Wentz threw three touchdown passes and Jonathan Taylor rushed for 172 yards and two scores as Indianapolis beat the New York Jets 45-30

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return against Jets Smith (triceps) will not return to Thursday's game against the Jets, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Smith suffered an injury just after halftime, though the severity of the issue is unknown. He'll have 10 days to recover in the hopes that he can return for a Week 10 matchup against the Jaguars. Matt Pryor has taken over at right tackle in Smith's absence.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers triceps injury Smith is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Jets after suffering a triceps injury, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Impact Smith appeared to suffer the injury early in the third quarter, and given the Colts comfortable lead, the team could opt to play it safe and hold him out for the rest of the contest. Matt Pryor has taken over at right tackle in Smith's absence.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active to face Titans Smith (foot/thumb) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts.

Impact Smith hasn't played since the first game of the regular season where he suffered a foot injury, but he was able to log two full practices Thursday and Friday. His presence should provide quite a boost to the offensive line while also relegating Matt Pryor to a lesser role.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Titans Smith (foot/thumb) is considered questionable for the Colts' Week 8 contest with the Titans on Sunday, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

Impact Smith hasn't played since the first game of the regular season where he suffered a foot injury. The offensive tackle was able to log full practices Thursday and Friday leading up to Week 8, so there's optimism he'll be able to return Sunday. Expect Matt Pryor to continue starting in relief of Smith if he can't suit up.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant Thursday Smith logged a full practice Thursday as the Colts gear up to face the Titans in Week 8.

Impact The right tackle seems to have turned the corner on the foot injury that plagued him for well over a month, causing him to miss the team's last six games. He'll return to the starting spot, pushing Matt Pryor back into a reserve role.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rejuvenated Wentz has Colts' offense running in high gear

Carson Wentz needed a fresh start

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains sidelined for Week 7 Smith (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the 49ers, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official website reports

Impact Smith injured his foot during the first game of the regular season and has been sidelined since. Matt Pryor has started the last two games for the Colts at right tackle and will likely continue to draw starts during Smith's absence.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers coming off bye seek 1st win vs. Colts since 2001

The San Francisco 49ers return from a bye week looking to snap a three-game losing streak when they host the Indianapolis Colts

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts' offense appears Taylor-made for big-play threats

The Indianapolis Colts' offense is starting to look tailor-made for their big-play threat at running back

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Indianapolis gets in sync with 31-3 victory over Houston

Carson Wentz threw two touchdown passes, Jonathan Taylor ran for two more scores and the Indianapolis defense protected a big second-half lead to help the Colts put away Houston 31...

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unavailable for Week 6 Smith (foot) won't play in Sunday's contest against the Texans, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official website reports.

Impact Smith injured his foot during the first game of the regular season and has been sidelined since. Julien Davenport will likely once again draw the start in his absence, while Matt Pryor should continue to see additional playing time.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Colts look to rebound, turn around season against Texans

The Indianapolis Colts understand the stakes Sunday

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts must move on quickly following collapse in Baltimore

Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich sent a clear message to his team less than 24 hours after their most frustrating loss of the season

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS