Wed 8/20/14 2:50 PM

Mathis (suspension) is unlikely to play in the preseason, ESPN reports. The Colts had left the door open for him to play in the preseason earlier, but decided it wasn't worth the injury risk. Mathis will miss the first four games of the season due to a NFL suspension for taking a performance-enhancing substance. He is eligible to play in the preseason, however.