The Indianapolis Colts (6-4) have to turn around quickly from their 33-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars (4-6) to prepare for their Thursday night bout on the road.
It seems they will be making the trip to NRG Stadium to face the Houston Texans (6-4) without starting running back Marlon Mack, who reportedly suffered a hand fracture during Sunday’s win.
It isn’t clear how long Mack will be out with the hand fracture. There are more tests to come Monday, but he reportedly won’t play against the Texans on Thursday night.
Mack had a huge game against the Jaguars before he left halfway through the third quarter. He was enjoying a strong day to the tune of 14 carries for 109 yards and a touchdown.
The third-year back has been enjoying a Pro Bowl caliber season in 2019. He has taken 192 carries for 862 yards and four touchdowns while averaging 4.5 yards per carry.
With Mack unlikely to play Thursday night, the Colts will likely rely on a combination of Nyheim Hines, Jonathan Williams and Jordan Wilkins (if he can play).
The Colts face a crucial battle for the top spot in the division on Thursday night, but it seems they will be going at it without Mack.
