Moss (arm) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Moss wasn't sporting a non-contact jersey in his return to practice, though the running back won't necessarily play Sunday against the Jaguars after he had been off the field for the past five weeks while recovering from a broken arm. Deon Jackson and Evan Hull are the other running backs on Indianapolis' 53-man roster at the moment, though one of Jake Funk and Jason Huntley could be elevated from the practice squad to add depth if Moss can't play Week 1. Even if he's sidelined for the opener, Moss appears on track to play Week 2.

Moss (arm) is slated to practice Wednesday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Colts will issue their first practice report of the regular season later Wednesday, when the extent of Moss' participation will be known. In any case, the running back is making progress in his recovery from a broken arm and could be available to see some Week 1 snaps. If Moss is cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Jaguars, he would likely be part of a backfield committee that would likely include Deon Jackson and Evan Hull. With that in mind, head coach Shane Steichen suggested that he plans to ride the hot hand among his running backs rather than immediately anointing Moss, Jackson or Hull as the team's top option out of the backfield while Jonathan Taylor (ankle) is on the PUP list.

Coach Shane Steichen noted Monday that Moss, who is bouncing back from a broken right arm, is "progressing well," James Boyd of The Athleticreports.

EDGE Analysis

The report adds that Steichen didn't provide a definitive statement on whether Moss will be available for Sunday's season opener against the Jaguars. If the 2020 third-rounder isn't ready to play this weekend, Deon Jackson and rookie fifth-rounder Evan Hull would be in line to lead Indy's backfield, with practice squad members Jake Funk and Jason Huntley options to be elevated ahead of Week 1 action.

Though Moss has yet to return to practice, James Boyd of The Athletic notes that the running back was spotted Thursday without a cast or brace on his right arm.

EDGE Analysis

With Jonathan Taylor (ankle) on the reserve/PUP list and thus set to miss at least four games to begin the season, Moss' status gains import as Week 1 approaches. If he's able to practice soon, Moss -- who is bouncing back from a broken arm -- could find himself potentially being a candidate to absorb a portion of the Colts' rushing duties versus the Jaguars on Sunday, Sept. 10. Also in mix to help fill in for Taylor are Deon Jackson and rookie fifth-rounder Evan Hull.

The Colts are hopeful that Moss (arm) will be available for Week 1, but GM Chris Ballard hasn't ruled out adding another running back with Jonathan Taylor (ankle) set to miss at least four games while on the reserve/PUP list, George Bremer of The Herald Bulletin reports.

EDGE Analysis

"We're working through it," Ballard said coyly when asked about the possibility of adding a running back. Moss was given a recovery timeline of four-to-six weeks after undergoing surgery on his broken arm Aug. 1, which should have him returning for the regular-season opener Sept. 10 against Jacksonville or missing at most one game as he recovers. Indianapolis also has Deon Jackson and rookie fifth-round pick Evan Hull on the roster, but Moss profiles as the best early down and goal-line option among that trio.

Moss could return from a broken arm by Week 1 and would be the likely starter if healthy with Jonathan Taylor out at least four weeks while on the physically unable to perform list, The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Moss underwent surgery on a broken arm Aug. 1 and was expected to be sidelined four to six weeks. Not much has been reported about his status, but it sounds like he has a chance to play in the regular season opener. If so, he'd likely be the starter but may be eased into action. Deon Jackson would be the next candidate to start with rookie Evan Hull in the mix. It's also possible the three share snaps in a committee until Taylor returns or the Colts sign another veteran.

Moss underwent surgery on his broken arm Tuesday and is expected to be sidelined for about six weeks, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nothing has changed from the original timeline for Moss' return, keeping open the possibility he's back for Week 1. Given that Jonathan Taylor (ankle) is currently on the PUP list and has also requested a trade, a speedy recovery could be beneficial for Moss' fantasy relevance early in the season. Deon Jackson, Evan Hull, Jake Funk and Zavier Scott are currently the only healthy options in the backfield for Indianapolis.

Moss suffered a broken arm at practice Monday and is expected to miss about six weeks, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Given that the Colts' top running back Jonathan Taylor (ankle/back) is currently sidelined and has also requested a trade, Moss' injury -- which threatens his Week 1 status -- thins out the team's backfield depth ahead of the Aug. 12 preseason opener. For now, Deon Jackson, Evan Hull, Jake Funk and Zavier Scott are the squad's healthy options at running back.

Moss (arm) left Monday's practice early, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

With top back Jonathan Taylor (ankle/back) on the active/PUP list and also having requested a trade, Moss' injury status gains added import ahead of the Colts' preseason opener. While Taylor and Moss are unavailable, Deon Jackson, Evan Hull and Jake Funk are in line to handle the team's backfield reps in practice.

Moss rushed 18 times for 114 yards and a touchdown and brought in all three targets for seven yards in the Colts' 32-31 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Moss finished off his late-season surge with a flourish Sunday, eclipsing the 100-yard mark for the first time as a pro in the process. The third-year back certainly seems to have benefited from a combination of interim head coach Jeff Saturday's commitment to the run game and the fresh legs he had late in the season after being used sparingly prior to the final month, as he recorded 65 rushing yards or more in each of the last four contests despite a revolving door at quarterback for Indianapolis. Moss enters the final year of his rookie contract in 2023 and is therefore far from a cap liability, meaning he could certainly have a chance to lay claim to the No. 2 running back role behind Jonathan Taylor (IR-ankle) heading into next season irrespective of what happens with the team's head coaching job.