The Indianapolis Colts announced roster changes ahead of their Week 10 game by placing two key players on injured reserve, according to reports from Yahoo Sports.
Tight end Mo Alie-Cox, who has been dealing with a groin injury, joins linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither on the list.
Per the Colts Wire, both players must now miss a minimum of four games before they are eligible to return to the active roster.
Alie-Cox has contributed four receptions for 31 yards and one touchdown this season while serving primarily in a blocking role alongside teammate Tyler Warren.
Moving forward, the team expects Drew Ogletree to take over the primary blocking duties to pair with Warren, while Pharaoh Brown will provide additional depth at the position.
Will Mallory is also expected to contribute more as a pass-catching presence for the Colts offense.
On the defensive side of the ball, the loss of Davis-Gaither presents a significant challenge for the linebacker corps.
Davis-Gaither had been wearing the green dot to call plays this season when healthy, as noted in the Colts Wire coverage.
In eight games played this year, Davis-Gaither recorded 67 total tackles and two quarterback pressures.
Rookie CJ Allen is set to shoulder the responsibility of calling the defensive plays in the absence of Davis-Gaither.
The team will look to these depth adjustments to maintain consistency during the upcoming stretch of the season.
The status of both players remains a focal point for the organization as they prepare for their upcoming Week 10 matchup.
These roster moves were confirmed by the franchise as they manage injuries across both the offense and the defense.
The Colts continue to evaluate their personnel options while these two contributors undergo their mandatory recovery periods.
Fans and analysts will monitor how the team adapts to these specific personnel changes on the field.