Quenton Nelson Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the 49ers vs Colts game on Monday with our National Football League injury report.Oct 1, 2023
In play Sunday
Nelson (toe) is active ahead of Sunday's game against Los Angeles, George Bremer of the Colts' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson was held out of practice earlier in the week with a toe injury, but it seems as if he'll play through the issue this Sunday. The All-Pro guard has been an iron-man in the NFL, missing only three total games throughout his six-year career.
Sep 27, 2023
Misses practice Wednesday
Nelson (toe) did not participate at the Colts' practice Wednesday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson was able to play through the toe injury in Week 3 versus the Ravens, so his absence Wednesday isn't a huge concern. He'll look to return to the practice field ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Rams.
Sep 17, 2023
Will suit up Sunday
Nelson (toe) is active for Sunday's Week 2 matchup against the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Nelson briefly left the season opener due to a toe issue, but he eventually returned and reprised his usual spot at left guard. However, the veteran didn't participate in practice Wednesday or Thursday before being a limited participant Friday, putting his status for Week 2 in doubt. It's not surprising that Nelson will play through the injury again, but it may be an issue that bothers him throughout the campaign.
Sep 10, 2023
Back in the game Sunday
Nelson (toe) returned to Sunday's contest versus the Jaguars, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson briefly exited during the first half with a toe issue, but he made his way back onto the field before the end of the second quarter and has reprised his spot at left guard for Indianapolis.
Sep 10, 2023
Exits game with toe injury
Nelson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jaguars with a toe injury, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Josh Sills is now set to take over at left guard for Nelson and provide key protection for rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson.
Sep 10, 2022
Inks massive extension
The Colts and Nelson agreed to terms on a four-year extension Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
According to Schefter, the new deal averages $20 million per season and includes $60 million guaranteed, establishing Nelson as the highest-paid guard in the NFL. With the contract in place, Nelson now is locked in with the Colts through 2026, which will be his age-30 campaign.
Dec 29, 2021
Clears COVID-19 list
Nelson was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Nelson is expected to be available in Week 17 after missing one contest due to COVID-19 protocols. The three-time All-Pro left guard's presence will be a significant boost to the fantasy prospects of all of the Colts' offensive skill players.
Dec 24, 2021
Lands on COVID list
Nelson was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday and will miss Saturday's game against the Cardinals, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson sat out Wednesday's practice due to an illness before returning in full Thursday, and he's now on the COVID-19 list. The Colts depth is being tested on the interior offensive line with Ryan Kelly (personal) and Mark Glowinski (COVID-19 protocols) also out this weekend.
Nov 28, 2021
Will play against Tampa Bay
Nelson (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, according to Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis.
ANALYSIS
Nelson aggravated a right ankle injury last Sunday against the Bills, but the issue wasn't as serious as originally expected and he'll be available for this huge matchup against the reigning Super Bowl champions. He's expected to start at his usual left guard spot.
Nov 22, 2021
Aggravates previous injury
Nelson (ankle) aggravated a right ankle injury Sunday against the Bills according to head coach Frank Reich, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson was placed on IR on Oct. 2 with an ankle injury, which Nelson aggravated Sunday. He was able to return on Nov. 4 against the Jets and has been active since. Reich also added that the injury is something Nelson will likely have to deal with the rest of the season, and they will need to balance his treatment and playing time. Nelson will try to suit up Sunday against the Buccaneers.
Nov 21, 2021
Questionable to return
Nelson (ankle) is questionable to return Sunday against the Bills, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson's injury happened in the fourth quarter and is more likely to impact the Colts going forward than today, due to the timing. Chris Reed will likely fill in for Nelson until he is able to return.
Nov 4, 2021
Active against Jets
Nelson (toe) is active for Thursday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Nelson had his reps capped at practice Wednesday, but he'll be able to play through his toe injury for the team's Week 9 matchup.
Nov 4, 2021
Questionable for Thursday
Nelson (toe) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Nelson practiced as a limited participant Wednesday, and he'll have a chance to suit up for Thursday Night Football.
Oct 23, 2021
Activated from injured reserve
Nelson (ankle) was activated off injured reserve Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Nelson suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 3 and has been sidelined since. After sitting out the minimum three games while on injured reserve, he will be active for Week 7. It's unclear if Nelson or Chris Reed will draw the start at left guard, but his activation suggests the All-Pro will be ready for a full workload Sunday.
Oct 20, 2021
Designated to return from IR
The Colts designated Nelson (ankle) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson has been sidelined since injuring his ankle during Week 3. The All-Pro lineman will have 21-days to be added to the active roster, but if he isn't, he will return to injured reserve for the remainder of the season.
Oct 2, 2021
Lands on IR
Nelson (ankle) has officially been placed on the Colts' injured reserve, Adam Schefter of ESPN
ANALYSIS
Nelson was carted off the field during the Colts' Week 3 loss to the Titans. While the severity of the injury is still unknown, he will now be in the sideline for at least three weeks. In his absence, Chris Reed would be a prime candidate to replace him at left guard.
Oct 1, 2021
Out Sunday
Nelson (ankle) has been ruled out of Sunday's Week 4 contest against the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Nelson was carted off the field in the first half of the Colts' loss to the Titans in Week 3. The severity of the guard's injury is uncertain at this point, but it's likely Nelson will miss at least a couple of weeks. Expect Chris Reed to fill in for the guard against Miami on Sunday.
Sep 26, 2021
Likely to miss time
Nelson is believed to have suffered a high-ankle sprain, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson will have more tests to determine the severity of the injury as well as a recovery timetable. On the plus side, nothing was broken, as X-rays returned negative. Nevertheless, injuries of this nature usually require a multi-week absence, with more severe varieties requiring close to two months.
Sep 26, 2021
Won't return Sunday
Nelson (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Titans, Stephen Holder of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson had to be carted to the locker room in the first half, so it's no surprise to see him ruled out for the game. It's unclear how serve the injury is, but Chris Reed will likely replace him at left guard for the foreseeable future.
Sep 26, 2021
Questionable to return Sunday
Nelson (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Titans, Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson was helped off the field and then driven to the locker room on a cart during the first half of Week 3. Chris Reed will likely replace him at left guard for the remainder of the contest.
Sep 19, 2021
Suiting up Sunday
Nelson (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Nelson entered the weekend listed as questionable due to the foot injury for which he required surgery in August, but since he played all 76 of the Colts' offensive snaps in the Week 1 loss to the Seahawks, the team never had much concern about his availability Week 2. Though right tackle Braden Smith (foot) is sitting out Sunday, the Colts will have their ideal left side of the line intact with tackle Eric Fisher (Achilles) slotting alongside Nelson.
Sep 12, 2021
Active Sunday
Nelson (foot) is active Sunday against the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Nelson underwent foot surgery in August but recovered a bit quicker than expected and was able to suit up, something that was expected considering he logged a full practice Friday.
Sep 11, 2021
Officially questionable Sunday
Nelson (foot) fully participated in Friday's practice and is questionable for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Seahawks, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson underwent foot surgery in early August that carried a recovery timetable of 5-to-12 weeks, but he seems to have a good chance to return to the field for the season opener. However, if the 2018 first-rounder is ultimately held out, Chris Reed will likely serve as the starting left guard.
Aug 30, 2021
Off the COVID list
Nelson (foot) was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list on Monday, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.
ANALYSIS
It is good to see the 330-pound guard back after being forced to miss time because of being a close contact to Eric Fisher who tested positive for COVID-19. Assuming Nelson is able to get back to full strength by the start of the season, he should be the main piece of a talented offensive line for the Colts.
Aug 29, 2021
Slated to return Monday
Nelson (foot) is expected to be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson has been recovering from foot surgery for most of the month, and he'll be able to rejoin the Colts at practice. The 25-year-old was considered a close contact after teammate Eric Fisher tested positive for COVID-19, and he missed several days as a result. Nelson has been hopeful that he'll be ready for the team's Week 1 matchup against the Seahawks, but whether he's cleared to play remains to be seen.
Aug 26, 2021
Lands on COVID-19 list
The Colts placed Nelson (foot) on the COVID-19 list Thursday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson returned to practice this week after undergoing foot surgery Aug. 3. The All-Pro guard has now suffered another roadblock on his way back to the field as he lands on the COVID-19 list with fellow offensive linemen Eric Fisher. His status for Week 1 contest against the Seahawks is uncertain at this point.
Aug 22, 2021
Returning to practice
Nelson (foot) is set to return to practice on a limited basis Monday, JJ Stankewitz of the Colts' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson will be among a trio of key players to return to the practice field, as he'll be accompanied by Carson Wentz and Ryan Kelly. Nelson underwent foot surgery Aug. 3 and was given a five-to-12 week timeline to return. Throughout the process, the team has been optimistic that Nelson would be ready for Week 1 of the regular season. This is the first step towards that goal, and his presence would be a big boost to the entire offense.
Aug 4, 2021
Shooting for Week 1 return
Nelson (foot) hopes to be ready for Week 1 after undergoing foot surgery Tuesday, Chase Goodbread of NFL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson was given a 5-to-12 week recovery timeline after undergoing the procedure, and the front of that timetable would have him healthy for the season opener. The 25-year-old's outlook should receive more clarity as he moves through the rehab program.
Aug 3, 2021
Needs foot surgery
Nelson will have foot surgery Tuesday and is facing a recovery timeline of 5-to-12 weeks, Mike Wells of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The superstar guard reportedly has the same injury as Carson Wentz and will have his surgery performed by the same doctor just one day after the Colts QB went under the knife. The team now is danger of beginning the regular season without its starting quarterback and best offensive lineman, though it won't be too surprising if Nelson -- a 25-year-old freak athlete -- pushes ahead of Wentz in the rehab process. Regardless, it's a tough break for the Colts offense.
Apr 28, 2021
Fifth-year option exercised
The Colts have exercised Nelson's fifth-year option.
ANALYSIS
This expected move locks Nelson in with Indianapolis through the 2022 season. One of the best lineman in the NFL, and arguably the league's top guard, the next question for Nelson is whether he and the Colts will agree on a long-term deal.
Nov 29, 2020
Starting against Titans
Nelson (back/ankle) is active for Sunday's game versus the Titans.
ANALYSIS
After practicing just once during the week, Nelson is good to go Sunday and will start at left guard.
Sep 11, 2020
Suiting up Sunday
Nelson (back) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's contest in Jacksonville, Zak Keefer of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Nelson's back injury caused him to miss some practice time, but there was never serious doubt about the star guard's availability. With Anthony Castonzo (oblique) and Ryan Kelly (knee) both also off the injury report, Indianapolis' top-five O-line is set to kick off the season at full strength.
Nov 1, 2019
Practices fully Friday
Nelson (hip/neck) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Nelson turned in two limited practices this week before upgrading to a full one Friday. He hasn't missed a snap this year and will take his usual spot at left guard Sunday.
Oct 18, 2019
Lands on injury report
Nelson is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's tilt against the Texans due to a hip injury.
ANALYSIS
It is unclear when Nelson picked up the injury, but it presumably occurred at practice. He went from full participant all week to sidelined Friday. Joe Haeg would be in line to replace him at left guard should he ultimately be unable to go.
Aug 16, 2019
Returns to practice
Nelson (ankle) returned to practice Thursday, ESPN 1070 am Indianapolis reports.
ANALYSIS
He won't play in Indy's next preseason game, but it looks like the ankle injury that kept him out of a few days of practice isn't a serious issue.
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