Colts Adjust Practice Squad Amid Injury Challenges

The Indianapolis Colts have been making significant adjustments to their practice squad due to injuries and strategic needs ahead of their Week 7 game against the Miami Dolphins. The team recently re-signed linebacker Austin Ajiake and released wide receiver Ethan Fernea due to a shortage at the linebacker position, as EJ Speed was downgraded to doubtful. Meanwhile, running back Jonathan Taylor remains sidelined with a high-ankle sprain, leading the Colts to sign Salvon Ahmed to bolster their running back depth after Taylor's backup, Trey Sermon, also sustained an injury. Ajiake, who has yet to appear in a regular season game, was previously with the Colts during the preseason. Despite these challenges, the Colts are focused on strengthening their lineup for upcoming games, with a specific emphasis on improving their run game performance without Taylor.