KWITY PAYE NEWS

Kwity Paye: Media availability, April 26 Defensive end Kwity Paye meets with the media Wednesday during week three of the 2023 offseason program.

APRIL 26, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Kwity Paye at the State of the Union: Why the Colts' defensive end was invited U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner of Paye's home state of Rhode Island calls the Colt "the very embodiment of the American dream."

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kwity Paye: Colts vs. Chargers Postgame Defensive end Kwity Paye meets with the media following Monday's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 16.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Collects sack in loss Paye recorded five tackles and one sack during Saturday's 39-36 overtime loss to the Vikings.

Impact In Paye's second contest back from a two-game absence due to an ankle injury, he logged a sack for the second straight week, making it the fourth in the last six matchups for which he's suited up. The 261-pounder is expected to retain a prominent role on Indianapolis' defensive line when the team hosts the Chargers next Monday night.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nine tackles in return Paye logged nine tackles (six solo), including one sack, during Sunday's 54-19 defeat versus the Cowboys.

Impact Paye logged a season high in tackles while making his return from a two-game hiatus with an ankle injury. The 2021 first-round pick also logged his fifth sack of the season, and he's been a relatively effective pass rusher when healthy this season. While Paye did not appear to be limited by this lingering ankle issue, playing his usual share of the Colts' defensive snaps despite the blowout nature of this loss, he'll have an extra week to heal up while the team is on bye Week 14.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Full go Thursday Paye (ankle) was listed as a full participant on the Colts' injury report Thursday.

Impact Paye sustained a high-ankle sprain during Week 5's overtime win against Denver and was sidelined for the Colts' following three games. The 24-year-old was then able to return Week 9 versus New England, but he appeared to aggravate this issue in the next game versus Las Vegas and has missed the Colts' last two games as a result. Paye has now been deemed a full participant for the second day in a row Thursday, so he should be set to reprise a starting role against the Cowboys on Sunday.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Week 12 Paye (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Paye will miss his second game in a row after being forced out with an ankle injury during the Colts' Week 10 win over the Raiders. The second-year defensive end was also sidelined for three straight games with an ankle issue earlier this season, though he has recorded 24 tackles and four sacks over seven contests in 2022. With the availability of starting defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (back) also up in the air, Dayo Odeyingbo and Ifeadi Odenigbo could both stand to see increased usage versus Pittsburgh.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James Boyd: Colts estimated practice report: DNPs: DT... - The Athletic Colts estimated practice report: DNPs: DT DeForest Buckner (ribs), TE Kylen Granson (illness), C Ryan Kelly (shoulder/knee), DE Kwity Paye (...

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ruled out for Week 11 Paye (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Impact Paye departed last Sunday's win over the Raiders with an ankle injury and ultimately failed to return. He's since been unable to practice in any capacity heading into the Week 11 matchup versus Philadelphia, so Dayo Odeyingbo and Yannick Ngakoue are now in line to serve as the Colts' top defensive ends Sunday.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zak Keefer: With Kwity Paye hurt with the ankle, and Tyquan... - The Athletic With Kwity Paye hurt with the ankle, and Tyquan Lewis already out, Colts DC Gus Bradley says the team will continue to lean more on Dayo Ode...

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Did Kwity Paye Suffer Injury Setback vs. Raiders? Indianapolis Colts head coach Jeff Saturday provided an injury update on Kwity Paye and Shaq Leonard on Monday.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Colts defenders Shaquille Leonard (back), Kwity Paye (ankle) facing injury uncertainty Colts interim coach Jeff Saturday had little information or answers about the status of two key defensive players

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Forced out Sunday Paye (ankle) was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Raiders, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Impact Paye did not practice Friday and was considered questionable with an ankle injury heading into Sunday's game, though it's unclear if he aggravated this existing issue during the contest. The second-year defensive end did not log a defensive statistic before exiting, and his absence should leave Dayo Odeyingbo and Ifeadi Odenigbo to see increased usage in the second half. Paye's next chance to play will come against the Eagles on Sunday, Nov. 20.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Sunday Paye (ankle) is active Sunday against the Raiders.

Impact Paye was non-participant in practice Friday, but he'll suit up Sunday in Las Vegas. The second-year pro's availability is good news for Colts' pass rush.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Paye (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Paye fully participated in practice Wednesday and Thursday but was unable to take the field Friday due to an ankle injury. If he's unavailable in Week 10, Dayo Odeyingbo and Ifeadi Odenigbo will likely see increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kwity Paye's Return Home Just a kid from Rhode Island living his dream. Defensive end Kwity Paye played in front of his mom for the first time in his NFL career in W...

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Kwity Paye Shines in Colts' Loss: Film Room Despite it coming in a blowout loss, defensive end Kwity Paye had one of his best overall games as a pro on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Kwity Paye Shines in Colts' Loss: Film Room Despite it coming in a blowout loss, defensive end Kwity Paye had one of his best overall games as a pro on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Kwity Paye Shines in Colts' Loss: Film Room Despite it coming in a blowout loss, defensive end Kwity Paye had one of his best overall games as a pro on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Notches sack in return Paye recorded eight tackles (seven solo) including one sack in Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Patriots.

Impact Paye played 46 defensive snaps and finished as the Colts' leading tackler after sitting out the last three weeks with a high-ankle sprain. The second-year pass rusher also logged his fourth sack of the season as he brought down quarterback Mac Jones for a six-yard loss in the first quarter. Paye has now collected 24 stops (19 solo) across six games played in 2022, and he should easily set career highs in tackles and sacks so long as he stays healthy over the back half of the season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

For Kwity Paye And His Mother, Patriots Game A 'Full-Circle' Moment Kwity Paye’s mother, Agnes, escaped two civil wars in West Africa to bring her two sons to the United States to pursue a stable life. On Sun...

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • COLTS.COM

HIGHLIGHT | Mac Jones can't escape a relentless rush from Kwity Paye New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones can't escape a relentless rush from Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman Kwity Paye.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Colts' Kwity Paye to make return vs. Patriots in Week 9 Colts DE Kwity Paye will make his return Sunday after missing the last three games.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Kwity Paye: Colts at Patriots, Week 9 Defensive end Kwity Paye meets with the media as the Colts prepare to face the New England Patriots in Week 9.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Back in full Thursday Paye (ankle) practiced fully Thursday.

Impact Since he suffered a high-ankle sprain back in Week 5 versus Denver, Paye hasn't been able to suit up in any of the Colts' previous three games as a result. However, the 23-year-old logged a limited practice Wednesday, followed by a full session Thursday, suggesting he's on track to make his return Sunday in New England. If Paye is indeed cleared for game action this weekend, both Dayo Odeyingbo and Ifeadi Odenigbo could see reduced roles while Indianapolis' defensive front stays healthy.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE