Keenan Allen missed Friday’s practice with a groin injury, casting a huge shadow over the Colts’ receiving corps for their Sunday clash against the Commanders in London. This isn’t just a minor ding, either, because Allen was a limited participant in the first two practices of the week before completely sitting out the final session. Talk about a downgrade!
Injury Woes for the Wideouts
The Colts are really feeling the heat with their receiving group. Allen’s progression from limited to non-participant is a serious red flag, especially for a veteran like him. You just know he’s battling, but a groin injury is no joke, and it can linger. The team has listed him as questionable, which is never what you want to hear for your top target heading into a big international game.
Adding to the drama, Ashton Dulin also comes into this game with an ankle injury, though his situation seems to be improving. He missed the last two games entirely and didn’t practice Wednesday, but he’s been a full participant in the last two practices. That’s a good sign, but it doesn’t make Allen’s status any less concerning.
Who Steps Up? The Slayton Question
So, if Allen is out or even limited, who picks up the slack? That’s the million-dollar question for the Colts. This could be where Darius Slayton finally makes his debut for the team, after signing with them just last month. If both Allen and Dulin are compromised, or if the coaching staff wants some extra insurance, Slayton could be thrust into action for the first time. It’s a tough spot to be in for a player making his season debut, especially in a London game with all the travel and schedule changes.
The Colts didn’t rule out any players for Sunday’s game, which is something, but having both Allen and Dulin on the questionable list is a massive concern. They’ll need to figure out this receiving puzzle fast before they kick off against the Commanders.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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