Is Michael Pittman playing today? (Latest injury update for Colts vs. Falcons in NFL Week 16)
By Peter Dewey
Indianapolis Colts star receiver Michael Pittman Jr. will not play in the team’s Week 16 game against the Atlanta Falcons.
Pittman has been downgraded to out after originally being listed as questionable for Sunday’s game.
#Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. (concussion/shoulder) has been downgraded to out. He’s dealing with what is essentially whiplash after that vicious hit last week. And now out.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 23, 2023
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Pittman had cleared the concussion protocol, but he picked up symptoms since then that have placed him back in concussion protocol.
Michael Pittman cleared protocol Friday, traveled with the team today but picked up symptoms that led him being placed back into concussion protocol. He is now out. https://t.co/gIs0IsjM70
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 23, 2023
Pittman took a huge hit in the team’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers last Saturday, which led to him missing the rest of the game.
Michael Pittman injury status for Week 16 game vs. Atlanta Falcons
Michael Pittman has been downgraded to out after experiencing concussion symptoms since clearing the protocol earlier this week.
Best Indianapolis Colts prop bet for Week 16
Jonathan Taylor anytime touchdown scorer
Jonathan Taylor is back in the lineup after dealing with a thumb injury, and he could be in line for a huge day on Sunday.
The Colts are without two key offensive weapons – running back Zack Moss and Pittman – which could lead to more touches for Taylor in this game.
The Falcons are a solid defense, allowing just five rushing scores all season, but Taylor should be involved both in the air and on the ground in this one.
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Michael Pittman injury history
- Sept. 2020: Pedal Toe Sprain – did not miss time
- Sept. 2020: Leg Calf Strain – missed three games
- Dec. 2020: Concussion
- Sept. 2022: Leg Quad Strain – missed one game
When is Michael Pittman coming back?
It’s unclear when Pittman will be returning to the lineup for the Colts. He had been cleared from concussion protocol, which allowed him to travel with the team. However, he picked up symptoms that landed him back in the concussion protocol.
The team may want to play things safe with Pittman’s health going forward.
Indianapolis Colts remaining opponents
- Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 31
- Houston Texans, Sunday, Jan. 7
Indianapolis Colts injury report
- Jack Anderson – out
- Michael Pittman – out
- Zack Moss – out
- Braden Smith – out
- Segun Olubi – out
Atlanta Falcons injury report
- Bud Dupree – questionable
- Kaleb McGary – questionable
- David Onyemata – questionable
- Keith Smith – questionable
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