Summary
The Indianapolis Colts face a challenging situation with key players injured as they try to make the playoffs. DeForest Buckner, a leading defensive player, needs neck surgery and will miss the rest of the season. The Colts need to win their final two games and rely on other teams losing to have a chance at the playoffs.
Key Facts
- The Colts currently have an 8-7 record and are third in the AFC South.
- The team's quarterback, Daniel Jones, is out for the season with an Achilles injury.
- All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner has played only three games due to a calf injury.
- DeForest Buckner, a key defensive player, needs neck surgery and will not play again this season.
- Buckner was originally drafted by the San Francisco 49ers and later traded to the Colts.
- The Colts need to win their final two games to finish with a 10-7 record for a playoff chance.
- Indianapolis must also depend on other teams losing if they are to secure a wild-card spot.
