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Snares two passes Alie-Cox caught both targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Texans.

Impact Alie-Cox produced the same exact stat line as Jack Doyle, while Trey Burton caught just one pass for eight yards. The trio of tight ends has just one touchdown over the past four weeks, and none of the players have produced more than 50 yards in a given outing.

DECEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play vs. HOU Alie-Cox (knee) is active Week 15 against the Texans.

Impact Alie-Cox has been tending to a lingering knee injury that cost him multiple days of practice this week, but it won't stop him from suiting up as the Colts' third active tight end. The problem here is that Alie-Cox was out-snapped and out-targeted by both Jack Doyle and Trey Burton in Week 14, so there's no guarantee he's a notable part of the offensive game plan in this matchup.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged as questionable Alie-Cox (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Texans, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Coach Frank Reich said Friday that Alie Cox's knee injury -- which has been lingering since October -- has been "nagging more recently." The 27-year-old tight end made his first appearance at practice this week Friday, operating as a limited participant. He'll be monitored closely leading up to game time. Jack Doyle and Trey Burton both have clean bills of health heading into Week 15.

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Colts Thursday Notebook: Mo Alie-Cox Misses Second Straight Day; Anthony Castonzo Returns To Practice The Indianapolis Colts on Thursday held their second of three days of on-field preparations for Sunday’s Week 15 contest against the Houston...

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • COLTS.COM

DNP for second straight day Alie-Cox (knee) missed a second consecutive practice session Thursday, Kevin Bowen of 93.5 the Fan reports.

Impact The VCU standout banged up his knee during Indianapolis' Week 14 triumph over the Raiders. Though he was ultimately able to return and round out his workload at 20 offensive snaps, back-to-back practice DNPs shed doubt on the likelihood of Alie-Cox suiting up Sunday against the Texans. An output of eight combined receptions for 161 yards and one TD between Weeks 2 and 3 caught the eye of deep-league fantasy managers, but Alie-Cox has not exceeded 45 receiving yards in a game since that point.

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Wednesday Alie-Cox (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Alie-Cox missed part of last week's game against the Raiders after hurting his knee in the first quarter but later returned to the contest. Fellow tight end Trey Burton also missed Wednesday's practice with a knee injury, so Jack Doyle could enjoy some breathing room in the normally crowded Colts tight end rotation if Alie-Cox or Burton is unable to play against the Texans on Sunday.

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Alie-Cox (knee) returned to Sunday's game against the Raiders, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

Impact After leaving in the first quarter, Alie-Cox returned late in the second quarter and immediately caught a nine-yard screen pass.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Alie-Cox was forced out of Sunday's game versus the Raiders with a knee injury, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

Impact Alie-Cox exited in the first quarter. Jack Doyle and Trey Burton should handle additional reps for the time being.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Snags three passes Alie-Cox caught three of five targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 26-20 win over the Texans.

Impact Alie-Cox out-snapped both Jack Doyle and Trey Burton for a second straight week, logging 44 snaps on offense (64 percent). That hasn't translated into much production. In fact, he hasn't caught more than three passes or produced more than 50 yards in a game since his Week 2 breakout against the Vikings, when he posted a 5-111-0 line. His usage sets him on the right track, but it's often Burton who gets the looks in the red zone.

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Just two receptions Sunday Alie-Cox had two receptions for 19 yards on two targets in Sunday's loss to Tennessee.

Impact Alie-Cox was out there for 38 of the offense's 74 snaps. He played the most snaps among the Indy tight ends, but he had fewer targets than Trey Burton (three receptions on six targets, including a touchdown). The Indy passing game utilizes all three tight ends, so Alie-Cox isn't going to get many receptions per week, and Burton has overtaken him as a red-zone target.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Just two receptions Alie-Cox had two receptions for 16 yards on two targets in Sunday's win over Green Bay.

Impact Alie-Cox played on 43 of the offense's 84 snaps. Meanwhile, Trey Burton played on 24 snaps and Jack Doyle played on 45 snaps. Alie-Cox went out on 17 routes, which led the tight ends. However, it's hard to depend on any tight end's production with all three active in the passing game.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids Week 11 injury designation Alie-Cox (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact Though Alie-Cox didn't take part in Friday's practice, the fact that he's not even being listed as questionable for Sunday's game suggests his lack of activity to conclude the week was merely for maintenance purposes. Alie-Cox has seen an uptick in work over the past three weeks, playing between 42 and 66 percent of the Colts' offensive snaps in those contests while hauling in nine of 11 targets for 99 yards. He could see his playing time tail off Week 11, however, as the Colts may have another tight end in Jack Doyle available if he can clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to start week Alie-Cox (knee) was limited in practice Wednesday.

Impact Alie-Cox has been playing through this knee injury for a few weeks now, so he's likely on track to play in Sunday's game against the Packers barring a setback. If Jack Doyle (concussion) remains out, Alie-Cox should continue to split reps with Trey Burton.

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Just three receptions Alie-Cox had three receptions for 19 yards on four targets in Thursday's win over Tennessee.

Impact Alie-Cox actually played more snaps on offense (46) than starter Trey Burton (37) and went on more routs (24 for Alie-Cox, 19 for Burton). However, neither tight end was a focus of the offense even with Jack Doyle out with a concussion.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Week 10 Alie-Cox (knee) is listed as active Thursday at Tennessee.

Impact A knee issue has plagued Alie-Cox for exactly one month, resulting in one absence Week 6. Otherwise, he's suited up in both of the Colts' last two games en route to six catches (on seven targets) for 80 yards. Alie-Cox may benefit from the team listing Jack Doyle (concussion) as inactive, but he'll still have to contend with Trey Burton for looks from Philip Rivers.

NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Deemed questionable for Thursday Alie-Cox (knee) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's practice estimate but is considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Titans.

Impact Alie-Cox followed a DNP/LP/FP regimen this week, although the Colts didn't actually practice Wednesday. Ending the week as a full participant bodes well for his chances to play Thursday, and he could have a heightened role if that's the case because Jack Doyle (concussion) has been ruled out.

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Doyle Ruled Out Thursday Against The Titans; Mo Alie-Cox Questionable The Indianapolis Colts announced today that tight end Jack Doyle has been ruled out of Thursday’s Week 10 matchup against the Tennessee Tita...

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • COLTS.COM

Limited work in practice Alie-Cox (knee) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report.

Impact For the second straight day, the Colts didn't hold a formal practice, instead opting for a walk-through session. The fact that Alie-Cox went from a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate to a limited participant Tuesday can still be taken as a sign that he's trending in the right direction for Thursday's game against the Titans. Assuming he suits up Week 10, Alie-Cox should be in line to split the snaps at tight end with Trey Burton given the expectation that Jack Doyle (concussion) won't be able to play.

NOVEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Begins week with missed practice Alie-Cox (knee) is listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report.

Impact Alie-Cox managed to play through his lingering knee injury during Sunday's loss to the Ravens, during which he caught all three of his targets for 43 yards, so it's easy to imagine that the Colts simply intend to allow the tight end a bit of rest on a short week. With Jack Doyle (concussion) trending in the wrong direction for Thursday's game in Tennessee, Alie-Cox could find himself handling increased opportunities alongside Trey Burton as long as he's able to suit up.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Week 9 Alie-Cox (knee) is active Week 9 against Baltimore.

Impact Alie-Cox returned to action following the team's Week 7 bye, playing 32 snaps and seeing four targets -- his second-highest total of the season -- in that contest. The knee troubles did resurface a bit in practice this week, and he was held out of Thursday's session as a precaution. Alie-Cox will ultimately get clearance to suit up, but with both Jack Doyle and Trey Burton active as well, there will be a crowded position group contending for targets.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable after limited practice Alie-Cox (knee) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Impact Alie-Cox logged limited participation in practices Wednesday and Friday and sat out Thursday's session entirely. Even if he plays this weekend, Alie-Cox could be at less than 100 percent health, and he'll be competing for snaps at tight end with Jack Doyle and Trey Burton.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Alie-Cox (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Alie-Cox managed to play through his lingering knee issue during Sunday's win over the Lions, so barring any setbacks he should be good for Week 9. Fellow tight ends Jack Doyle and Trey Burton both scored versus Detroit, while Alie-Cox was limited to just three catches (four targets) for 37 yards.

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches in return Alie-Cox (knee) caught three of four targets for 37 yards in Sunday's 41-21 win over the Lions.

Impact Alie-Cox led Colts tight ends in receiving yards but was kept out of the end zone while both Jack Doyle and Trey Burton found paydirt, giving Doyle and Burton a combined five touchdowns in the past two weeks. Even though he was the most productive of the three tight ends when healthy earlier this season, Alie-Cox will have a hard time carving out value in the Colts' three-man tight end rotation if he plays second fiddle in the red zone.

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to action Sunday Alie-Cox (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Impact Though Alie-Cox's availability came down to a pregame workout, the Colts were evidently pleased enough with the health of his knee to clear him to rejoin the lineup. Since erupting for a five-catch, 111-yard performance Week 2, Alie-Cox has been limited to four receptions for 63 yards in his most recent three outings combined. He'll likely be limited to a bit role in the Colts' passing game with both Trey Burton and Jack Doyle seemingly ahead of him in the pecking order for reps at tight end.

NOVEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE