Colts' Darius Slayton Inactive Due to Knee Injury Before Steelers Game

The Indianapolis Colts announced that Darius Slayton will be inactive for their upcoming game against the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a knee injury that arose late in the week. Slayton, who was signed in mid-September to provide depth while Alec Pierce recovers from a heel injury, has yet to play in a game for the Colts.

Initially, Slayton's absence was attributed to his need to adjust to the team's offensive scheme after being released by the New York Giants. However, his status changed when he appeared on the injury report as a limited participant in practice on Friday, indicating that the knee issue developed shortly before the game.

As the Colts continue to navigate their receiving corps, Pierce remains on injured reserve, and Slayton's absence leaves the team without the additional receiving option they had hoped to utilize. The Colts' passing game has struggled to find a consistent vertical threat in Pierce's absence, making Slayton's continued inactivity particularly significant.