Tyler Warren, Sauce Gardner remain out of practice for Colts

The Indianapolis Colts practiced with a depleted roster on Thursday, as star players Tyler Warren and Sauce Gardner were once again absent. Tight end Warren, who dealt with a groin injury last week, missed practice for the second day in a row. Cornerback Gardner, who sustained a calf strain, also skipped the workout, though he noted his injury is less severe than his previous one.

Head coach Shane Steichen expressed concern over the starters' absence, hinting that it could negatively impact the team's readiness for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings. Other notable players returning to practice included wide receiver Keenan Allen, who sat out due to rest, linebacker Bryce Boetticher with a groin issue, guard Matt Goncalves nursing an ankle injury, tight end Drew Ogletree with an ankle problem, defensive tackle Jerry Tillery missing due to personal reasons, cornerback Justin Whalley with a knee injury, and cornerback Charvarius Ward, who was limited.

Linebacker CJ Allen and wide receiver Ashton Dulin also practiced but were limited due to an ankle injury and a hamstring issue, respectively. The other players who did not make it to practice were wide receiver Anthony Gould, who is recovering from a concussion, punter Rigoberto Sanchez with a right foot injury, and defensive tackle Grover Stewart, who was not at practice.