Eric Ebron TE FA Sun 12/30/18 8:45 AM 1 Comment
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron (concussion/knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans, is optimistic he'll play, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
EDGE Analysis
Ebron finished Week 17 preparations as a full practice participant Friday, but he still carried the questionable tag into the weekend after having yet to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol. Based on what Rapoport is hearing, it sounds like Ebron is expected to pass tests administered by an independent neurologist prior to the 8:20 p.m. EST kickoff, thereby paving the way for him to fill a key role in the Indianapolis passing attack. Ebron's status won't be confirmed until the Colts release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to kickoff, but the tight end isn't expected to face any limitations if he dresses for the contest, as anticipated.
Eric Ebron TE FA Fri 12/28/18 4:23 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron (concussion/knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Titans after practicing fully Friday, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
EDGE Analysis
Ebron progressed from a limited practice session Thursday to full-go Friday and the Colts are optimistic that the tight end will be cleared by an independent neurologist Saturday. Assuming that's the case, Ebron -- who has scored 12 touchdowns in 15 games to date -- will merit fantasy consideration in Sunday's night's win-or-go-home showdown versus Tennessee.
Eric Ebron TE FA Fri 12/28/18 2:16 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Coach Frank Reich said Ebron (concussion) needs to gain clearance from an independent neurologist to play Sunday night at Tennessee, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports. "We're optimistic," Reich added.
EDGE Analysis
Ebron practiced in a limited fashion Thursday and appeared to maintain that activity level Friday, but the final hurdle of the concussion protocol remains. The tight end likely has an evaluation scheduled for Saturday, at which point his availability (or lack thereof) will become known. If Ebron isn't cleared, fellow tight end Mo Alie-Cox would be the biggest beneficiary.
Eric Ebron TE FA Thu 12/27/18 4:22 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron (concussion/knee) was officially limited at practice Thursday, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
EDGE Analysis
Ebron's return to practice Thursday is a step in the right direction and he "has a real chance to play" Sunday night against the Titans, per Bowen. Given the playoff implications of the Colts' Week 17 contest, Ebron will no doubt push to play this weekend, but ultimately his status hinges on progressing fully through the NFL's concussion protocol.
Eric Ebron TE FA Thu 12/27/18 1:20 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron (concussion/knee) was spotted at practice Thursday, Zak Keefer of The Indianapolis Star reports.
EDGE Analysis
Ebron's presence on the field is a good sign, but we'll have to see if the tight end is officially upgraded to a limited practice participant Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session.
Eric Ebron TE FA Wed 12/26/18 3:38 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron (concussion/knee) did not practice Wednesday, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Ebron, who is also dealing with a knee issue, was forced out of last Sunday's game against the Giants and subsequently placed in the NFL's concussion protocol. For his part, Stephen Holder of The Athletic feels "very, very optimistic" about the tight end's Week 17 status, suggesting he gets the sense that Ebron's concussion symptoms have subsided to the point that he could practice Thursday.
Eric Ebron TE FA Wed 12/26/18 1:22 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron (concussion) was not spotted at practice Wednesday, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.
EDGE Analysis
Initial reports suggested that the tight would log a limited session, but it appears as though he'll sit Wednesday's practice out. With Ebron still in the NFL's concussion protocol, the Colts have added Erik Swoope to their practice squad.
Eric Ebron TE FA Wed 12/26/18 11:58 AM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron (concussion) will be limited at practice Wednesday, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
EDGE Analysis
Though Ebron is still in the NFL's concussion protocol, the fact that he'll practice in a limited fashion Wednesday indicates that he's making progress on that front. The tight end -- who has scored 12 TDs in 15 games to date -- will now look to gain medical clearance in advance of Sunday night's win-or-go home season finale against the Titans.
Eric Ebron TE FA Sun 12/23/18 2:47 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron was forced out of Sunday's game against the Giants with a concussion.
EDGE Analysis
Next up for the Colts' tight end looks are Mo Alie-Cox and Ryan Hewitt, with Ebron now a player to track in advance of the team's regular-season finale next weekend against the Titans.
Eric Ebron TE FA Sun 12/23/18 2:31 PM
Eric Ebron
TE FA
Ebron potentially suffered a concussion during Sunday's game against the Giants, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.
EDGE Analysis
Prior to heading to the locker room after being examined in the Colts' medical tent, Ebron caught three of his five targets for 28 yards. Next up for the team's tight end looks in Ebron's absence is Mo Alie-Cox.