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The Colts on Friday ruled out running back Jonathan Taylor (thumb) and right tackle Braden Smith (knee). On Saturday, cornerback JuJu Brents (quadricep) and linebacker E.J. Speed (knee) were downgraded to out.

Cornerback JuJu Brents and linebacker EJ Speed were ruled out on Saturday. 

Jake Browning lit up the Jacksonville Jaguars' defense in Week 13, vaulting the Cincinnati Bengals to 6-6 – one game behind the 7-5 Colts, who've cemented themselves in the AFC playoff picture with Gardner Minshew II behind center. 

The Colts play the Bengals this Sunday at 1:00 p.m. The last time these teams squared off was in 2020 with the Colts winning, 31-27.

After running through a gauntlet of stout wide receivers this season, the Colts' secondary now have their sights set on the Bengals' trio of Ja'Marr Chase, Tyler Boyd and Tee Higgins.

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 14 with questions on if the Colts can become AFC South champions in the event of a three-way tie, what to expect from Bengals quarterback Jake Browning on Sunday and if the team's tight ends will become a bigger part of the offense down the stretch. 

Cooter's rise as a coach began in Indianapolis, but didn't end after his first gig as offensive coordinator ended with the Detroit Lions in 2018. An offensive coordinator again, Cooter has had a key role in developing game plans for head coach Shane Steichen and the Colts' 8th-ranked offense in 2023. 

Stewart re-joins a defensive line that enters Week 14's matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals second in the NFL with 42 sacks. 

Franklin said being named the Colts' 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year has already inspired him to find more ways to give back to kids in Philadelphia and Indianapolis through his foundation, Shelice's Angels. 

The Colts wore the cleats during their Week 13 overtime win over the Tennessee Titans.

The Colts released their Week 14 unofficial depth chart ahead of their game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Check it out below:

Whether it's been setting a franchise record for tackles or making a positive impact on the communities of Philadelphia and Indianapolis, Franklin has dedicated himself to creating a lasting legacy on and off the field.