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Colts ruled out Jonathan Taylor for Thursday night’s game in Denver.

Related players: Nyheim Hines, Phillip Lindsay, Deon Jackson

In the end, the turnaround was just too quick. The hope is the extra time off will allow Taylor to play in Week 6, which is an early home game against the Jags. Hines could benefit the most with Taylor out of the lineup. Newly-signed Lindsay could also see some work if he's activated, possibly ahead of Jackson.

Jonathan Taylor watching walkthrough.

Related players: Nyheim Hines, Phillip Lindsay

Other reports said the team just doesn't know right now if Taylor will play. HC Frank Reich said Taylor isn't ready today but added "we'll see" about Thursday. The short week certainly doesn't help Taylor's chances, so this will likely come down to a game-time call. Even if Taylor goes, owners will have to at least think about any kind of snap count. Hines and Lindsay look like they will split the workload if Taylor is out.

If Jonathan Taylor is not able to play, Indianapolis would likely increase the role for Nyheim Hines, who has 17 catches this season but just eight carries for 11 yards as a runner.

The Colts might also turn to veteran running back Phillip Lindsay, who has spent the first four weeks on the practice squad.

“If JT’s not up, Phillip will work into the equation,” Reich said.

Lindsay would be returning home.

Related players: Deon Jackson

There was no mention in the story of Jackson, who would seem like a better choice to get work along with Hines, but the Colts look like they will lean toward the veteran Lindsay for some carries. Jackson is more of a dynasty stash at this point. Lindsay has bounced around the league as of late, and the injury to Taylor isn't expected to keep him out long if he does have to miss time.

Tests on Colts’ RB Jonathan Taylor’s ankle were negative, and he has a chance to play Thursday night versus the Broncos.

Related Players: Nyheim Hines, Deon Jackson

Taylor was having a rough go of it on Sunday night, as his 20 carries amounted to 42 yards, and his single reception (three targets) turned into one yard. He ended his day with a fumble, and Nyheim Hines was in for the attempted game-tying drive in the waning minutes of their loss to the Titans. Hines would be the next man up and worthy of a Flex play if Taylor were to miss Thursday Night Football.

Patriots QB Brian Hoyer left Sunday's game against the Packers after taking an early hit from Packers DL Rashan Gary. He is being evaluated for a head injury. Bailey Zappe is in at quarterback.

An early exit for the veteran but it gives the Patriots a chance to see what they have in their fourth-round rookie, who set NCAA records for passing touchdowns (62) and yards (5,967) last season at Western Kentucky.

The Saints have ruled QB Jameis Winston out for Week 4 against the Vikings in London.

Winston was already unlikely to play as he was originally listed as doubtful for the overseas encounter with Minnesota with a number of injuries, including the transverse fracture. The Saints have erased any questions about his availability. Andy Dalton will start for the Saints, who are very banged up. Michael Thomas (foot) is out, Jarvis Landry (ankle) is questionable as is Alvin Kamara (rib). Kamara and Chris Olave may be the only fantasy-worthy players this week for the Saints in London.

Saints WR Michael Thomas is out, and QB Jameis Winston is doubtful for Sunday, per coach Dennis Allen. Andy Dalton is in line to start against the Vikings in London.

Dalton gets the start, but it's fair to wonder how much run Taysom Hill will also get. Dalton makes for a desperation start in 2QB leagues.

Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey did not practice Thursday for a second day straight due to a quad injury.

Related Players: Chuba Hubbard, D'Onta Foreman

One week ago, McCaffrey was listed on the injury report as a limited participant due to stiffness in his ankle, which appeared to be more of a precautionary measure. Hubbard and Foreman would split the workload against the Cardinals 11th-ranked rush defense. CMC has basically be the lone bright spot on a Panthers offense that has been difficult to watch at times

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor was a full participant at practice today after he missed Wednesday with a toe injury.

Related Players: Nyheim Hines

Wednesday was Taylor's first missed practice since high school, but he was back to normal Thursday ahead of Week 4's bout against the Titans 29th-ranked rush defense.

Jameis Winston isn't trending favorably to start their Week 4 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. While Andy Dalton would assuredly get the start in Winston's absence, one would think that Taysom Hill could see the field more often.

Dalton was "once again" taking his reps with the first team while Hill was with the second team. Michael Thomas was also missing from practice, so this could be a rough week for the Saints offense.