The Indianapolis Colts announced several roster moves ahead of Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, particularly at the wideout position.
Recent veteran pickup Darius Slayton (knee) was ruled out, while fellow veteran Nick Westbrook-Ikhine was upgraded from the practice squad to the 53-man active roster.
Westbrook-Ikine has appeared in 2 games for the Colts so far this season, participating in 12 offensive plays, and 54% of their total special teams snaps in that same span.
Signed as a deep threat replacement after Alec Pierce re-injured his heel in Week 2, Slayton has yet to appear in an NFL game for the Colts.
The Colts also announced they have placed starting veteran defensive end Arden Key (hamstring) on injured reserve, meaning he won’t miss the team’s next four games.
Jaylahn Tuimoloau is expected to be the starter at defensive end opposite Laiatu Latu, while the rookie edge pair of Caden Curry and George Gumbs Jr. should see more rotational reps behind him.