Sauce Gardner Health, Injury Updates & History

Will miss Week 7 with a left calf strain.

Gardner is considered week-to-week after an MRI confirmed a mild left calf strain suffered during Sunday's loss to Tennessee, the Colts cornerback exited in the third quarter and did not return, with Week 7 against Minnesota appearing unlikely despite optimism that the injury will not require an extended absence

Recovered from a severe left calf strain that ended his 2025 season, participated fully throughout OTAs and mandatory minicamp with no reported limitations, and is expected to be a full participant for training camp as he enters his first full offseason in Indianapolis' defense.

After a reinjury to his calf in Week 17, Sauce will be shut down for the last game of the season, especially with the Colts already eliminated from playoff contention

Expected to be back for Week 17

Sustained a mild calf strain, likely sidelining him for a couple of weeks, calf injuries can linger, and injured reserve is a possibility

Exited today's game with a visible calf strain, by video analysis we don't believe there is an injury to his Achilles, but will likely be ruled out for the game

After a full week of practice, Sauce Gardner will look to make his first impact for the Colts in Week 10

Won't play on Sunday after missing practice all week due to the concussion he suffered versus the Panthers

Per head coach Terry Glenn, Gardner sustained a concussion during Week 7 action and will enter concussion protocol