In Houston | WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenterAndy Lyons | Getty ImagesHow the Colts are going to replace Marlon MackAlthoughMarlon Mack has been the Colts' clear lead back Joe Haeg Jersey , Indianapolis may go back to the by-committee approach Frank Reich has used in the past.Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hand) and safety Khari Willis (concussion) have already been ruled out Thursday night against the Houston TexansIndianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich said today that running back Marlon Mack (hand) and safety Khari Willis (concussion) have both already been ruled out of Thursday night’s Week 12 matchup against the Houston Texans.With Marlon Mack out, will Colts still run at effective level? | FOX59INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Frank Reich has watched the play, but not to determine the split-second his feature running back fractured his hand. In the looking-ahead NFL, especially on a short week, there’s no time – not even the time it takes to give in to normal curiosity – to pause and wonder h…Colts rule Marlon Mack, Khari Willis out of Texans game | FOX59INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Injuries will keep at least two prominent players out of the Indianapolis Colts’ critical AFC South rematch with Houston Thursday night.Daily Notebook: Pierre Desir and Parris Campbell return to practice John Simon Color Rush Jersey , while 11 others did not participate in the team's first walkthrough to prepare for Thursday's game in HoustonThe Indianapolis Colts on Monday held their first of two days of practices to prepare for Thursday night’s pivotal Week 12 matchup against the Houston Texans. What all did we learn on the day?Colts vs. Texans: T.Y. Hilton (calf) might have chance to returnIndianapolis released an estimated injury report on Monday, and 10 Colts, including Hilton, would have missed Wednesday's practice due to injury.Colts Monday Notebook: Marlon Mack Fractures Hand, Khari Willis Suffers Concussion | WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenterLess than 24 hours after playing against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Colts were back on the practice field. What were the injury updates on Marlon Mack and Khari Willis?Ryan Kelly: ‘Thursday nights suck’ but Colts must be readyHere's how the Colts are preparing for their biggest game of the season on short restKravitz’s Dopey Report Card: Running the damn ball works and playing good defense does too – The AthleticGrades and takeaways from the Colts' 33-13 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.Colts vs. Texans: What are the playoff implications?Asking who Thursday night's game means more to in terms of the playoffs is something of a foolish question, but we answer it anywayIndianapolis Colts Quick Scouting Report: Week 12 at Houston TexansThe Indianapolis Colts travel south to take on the Houston Texans on Thursday Night Football this week in a pivotal battle for AFC South supremacy. Get a quick scouting report on the Texans heading into the matchup.Indianapolis Colts release unofficial depth chart for Week 12 matchup against the Houston TexansWhat does the Indianapolis Colts unofficial depth chart look like for this Thursday night's 2019 Week 12 matchup against the Houston Texans? We take a position-by-position look heading into the contest.COLTS MEDIA Stop me if you’ve heard this before: one of Chris Ballard’s 2019 NFL Draft picks has a sparkling background and character. On the field, Stanford linebacker Bobby Okereke has earned a reputation..." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteStampede Bluean Indianapolis Colts communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsColtsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Colts StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Colts NewsYahoo Colts Team PageYahoo Colts ReportYahoo Colts Depth ChartYahoo Colts TransactionsYahoo Colts PhotosShop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕Filed under:Indianapolis Colts Draft CentralLinebacker Bobby Okereke brings speed https://www.coltsfanshop.com/Chester-Rogers-Jersey , range, locker room influence to Colts defenseNew,15commentsEDTShareTweetShareShareLinebacker Bobby Okereke brings speed, range, locker room influence to Colts defenseStan Szeto-USA TODAY SportsStop me if you’ve heard this before: one of Chris Ballard’s 2019 NFL Draft picks has a sparkling background and character. On the field, Stanford linebacker Bobby Okereke has earned a reputation for his rare speed at the position. That speed played an important role in allowing him to lead the Cardinals in tackles in his senior season. It also helped him excel in short-zone coverage, an area the Colts are looking to improve.One of the things that separates him from other players at his position is his intelligence and football IQ. He does an excellent job of getting a read on plays early and getting himself into position to disrupt backs, receivers Antonio Morrison Jersey , and quarterbacks. If a rangy, speedy, linebacker with the ability to make plays sounds familiar, it should come as little surprise that one of the primary player comparisons for Okereke is Colts All-Pro linebacker Darius Leonard. Imagine if Okereke can develop into a player who can be anywhere close to Leonard in terms of on-field production. It would put the Colts linebacker position at or near the top of the league.While the ability to excel on the field must take precedent for NFL front offices and scouting departments, Chris Ballard has been placing a premium on the mental and character aspects of future Colts players. Okereke’s parents immigrated from Nigeria, hoping to give their family a chance to receive a world class education and an opportunity to live the American Dream. Their son just graduated with a degree from Stanford University, one of the most well-respected educational institutions in the world. Okereke started playing football his freshman year in high school and did so well that he was recruited to play for a major program at Stanford. He used each season, including a redshirt year Kenny Moore Color Rush Jersey , to improve his game. He grew quickly from special teams contributor to defensive role-player to the team’s leading tackler.One can’t help but come away impressed with Okereke after listening to him tell his story and respond to interview questions. He is well-spoken, clearly intelligent, and it’s one writer’s opinion that he will quickly become good buddies with fellow Stanford graduate Andrew Luck. Quenton Nelson is also likely to call him a nerd.Take a look at Okereke’s Stanford Story and an interview with him after his final regular season game against Cal. He is a tremendous ambassador for himself, his family, and his team. It’s exciting to think about what Chris Ballard is building in the Colts locker room.
