Colts placed S Julian Blackmon (shoulder) on the IR.
The move means Blackmon will be out the final two weeks of the regular season but could return if the Colts make a deep run in the playoffs. It’s a big blow for the Colts defense as Blackmon was in the midst of a career year in the final year of his rookie deal. The 25-year-old moved to strong safety this season full-time and collected career high four interceptions, eight pass breakups, two fumble recoveries, 88 tackles and five tackles for loss. The team signed safety Henry Black off its practice squad to fill Blackmon’s place on the active roster.
