The Indianapolis Colts have released running back Javarris James.

Indy Star beat writer Phillip Wilson's take on the Colts RB situation:

Delone Carter is the type of power runner the Colts need. As far as I’m concerned, the RBs are Joseph Addai and Carter. Then you have to choose between Donald Brown, Javarris James, Darren Evans or Chad Spann.

Indianapolis Colts running back Javarris James was arrested last night by police in Fort Myers, Fl and charged with misdemeanor charges of marijuana possession.

Colts Inactives
Al Afalava DB
Mike Hart RB
Kelvin Hayden CB
Javarris James RB
Jacques McClendon G
Daniel Muir DT
Clint Session OLB
Jaimie Thomas G

Colts Inactives
Al Afalava DB
Mike Hart RB
Kelvin Hayden CB
Javarris James RB
Jacques McClendon G
Daniel Muir DT
Clint Session OLB
Jaimie Thomas G

Joseph Addai is set to start, but his workload remains to be seen. Donald Brown takes a big hit.

Colts RBs: The Colts could be in a major bind at running back with only two more recovery days before a visit to Tennessee on Thursday.

Mike Hart went out during the third quarter Sunday with an injury to his left ankle, the same ankle that caused him to miss the previous four games. Donald Brown finished the game on the sideline with an ankle injury.

Starter Joseph Addai has been out six weeks with nerve damage in his left shoulder and Caldwell could offer only, "Potentially, but not certain," of Addai's prospects of returning this week.

Other than Hart, Brown and Addai, there are only two backs on the roster, both undrafted rookies. Javarris James took all the snaps down the stretch Sunday. Joique Bell has played only on special teams since signing four weeks ago.

Colts RB Mike Hart (ankle questionable) did not practice Friday after taking full reps Thursday. Joseph Addai (neck doubtful) missed practice Friday after taking limited reps Thursday. Neither RB appears likely to play. Donald Brown will continue as the Colts lead back with Javarris James (knee questionable) continuing to be active in the short yardage and passing games.

Indianapolis Colts running back Joseph Addai (neck) has been ruled out for tomorrow's game against the New England Patriots. Fellow running back Mike Hart (ankle) is also out.

Donald Brown and Javarris James will handle backfield duties for the Colts. Brown is a better bet for yardage and the stronger play of the two. James is a stronger touchdown threat. Don't count on big days from either player.

Colts RB Joseph Addai (neck questionable) did not practice Friday and is questionable for Sunday. Addai will likely be a game-time decision Sunday, but doesn't sound likely to play after getting in just one limited practice Thursday and then missing practice Friday. Mike Hart (ankle questionable) hasn't practiced all week and is also questionable, but seems even less likely to play. Donald Brown will likely get the start again with Javarris James seeing goal-line work. None of these guys should be trusted with so many wildcards in the mix and a 4PM kickoff.

Colts RBs Joseph Addai (neck doubtful) and Mike Hart (ankle questionable) did not practice Thursday. Neither is expected to play this week. Donald Brown will draw the start again with Javarris James getting some two-minute and goal line work.