Colts Lose Two Cornerbacks for Broncos Week 2 Match

The Indianapolis Colts will face the Denver Broncos in Week 2 missing key cornerbacks Charvarius Ward and Jaylon Jones due to concussion and hamstring injuries, respectively, significantly impacting their secondary. Ward, considered the Colts' top cornerback, is in concussion protocol and unlikely to play, while Jones remains sidelined, with head coach Shane Steichen not ruling out injured reserve for him. The Colts will rely on veterans Xavien Howard and Mekhi Blackmon to fill the gaps, supported by Lou Anarumo's defensive scheme designed to confuse opposing quarterbacks. Injuries also affect other Colts players like Laiatu Latu, who is questionable due to a hamstring injury. On the Broncos' side, linebacker Dre Greenlaw continues to miss practice due to a quad injury and is unlikely to play, though defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers and tight end Evan Engram are expected to be available. Both teams are managing significant injury concerns as they prepare for their Sunday matchup in Indianapolis.