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Colts do not rule out any players for Week 1 game against Baltimore Ravens

Head coach Shane Steichen made the announcement Friday.

Published: Sep 11, 2026 at 12:47 PM Updated: Sep 12, 2026 at 12:05 PM

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9/12/26 Update: The Colts on Saturday downgraded linebacker Austin Ajiake (hamstring) to out.

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The Colts on Friday did not rule out any players for their Week 1 season opener against the Baltimore Ravens, head coach Shane Steichen said.

Wide receiver Alec Pierce (heel) was listed as a limited participant in practice Wednesday and Thursday, and participated in practice Friday.

"He's looking fresh, he's looking good," Steichen said.

Safety AJ Haulcy (ankle) was a limited participant Wednesday and a full participant in Thursday's practice.

The Baltimore Ravens, meanwhile, ruled out defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike for Sunday's game.

The Colts' final practice report for Week 1:

Final practice report for #BALvsIND. pic.twitter.com/K9vMWqxNER
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) September 11, 2026

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