Zaire Franklin Injury News & Updates

Franklin logged 13 tackles (five solo) during the Colts' 20-16 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

Franklin followed up his 14-tackle performance in Week 12 against the Chiefs with a game-high 13 stops during Sunday's loss. The veteran linebacker has logged double-digit tackles in three consecutive games after failing to do so through the first nine games of the regular season. Through 12 regular-season games, Franklin has accumulated 87 tackles (43 solo), including 2.0 sacks, four pass defenses and one forced fumble.

Franklin compiled 14 total tackles (seven solo) and a forced fumble in Sunday's 23-20 overtime loss to the Chiefs.

Franklin finished second on the team in takedowns behind fellow linebacker Germaine Pratt (20), registering a season-high 14 snaps in the loss. The 29-year-old has now recorded double-digit tackles in back-to-back contests after failing to get to 10 tackles in any contests prior this season. Additionally, he made his mark on the game in the fourth quarter, stripping running back Kareem Hunt. The ball was recovered by teammate Charvarius Ward, and Franklin is now up to 74 total tackles (38 solo), including 2.0 sacks, while also adding a forced fumble over 11 games this year.

Franklin tallied 10 tackles (six solo), including 1.0 sacks, during the Colts' 31-25 overtime win over the Falcons on Sunday.

Franklin saved his biggest play of Sunday's game for last after sacking Michael Penix for a 12-yard loss in overtime, which forced the Falcons to punt on the next play. Franklin led the NFL with 173 combined tackles in 2024, but Sunday marked just the first time this season that the veteran linebacker tallied double-digit stops. The eight-year pro is up to 60 tackles (31 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and four pass defenses through 10 regular-season games.

Franklin recorded two tackles (zero solo) in Sunday's 38-14 win over the Titans.

Franklin was among many of the Colts' defensive starters to see their snap rate cut due to the game script. He logged a season low in tackles as a result. While this result was largely out of his control, Franklin has been among the most disappointing IDP options around the league halfway through the campaign.

Franklin finished Sunday's 38-24 win over the Chargers with five tackles (two solo) and one pass defense.

Franklin played every single defensive snap for a second consecutive game, and the veteran linebacker has tallied at least five tackles in six consecutive contests. He is up to 42 total tackles through seven regular-season games, which puts him on pace to reach 100-plus tackles for a fourth consecutive season, though he is unlikely to match his total from the 2024 season (173 tackles across 17 regular-season games).

Franklin posted nine tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 31-27 win over the Cardinals.

Franklin finished second on the Colts in tackles behind newcomer Germaine Pratt (11). Franklin's nine stops set a new campaign-high mark, but he's yet to reach double-digit stops in a contest after doing so eight times over 17 games last season. Franklin has 37 tackles (including 1.0 sacks) through six games, which is well below the pace needed to approach last year's league-leading total of 173 stops.

Franklin recorded seven total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 40-6 win over Las Vegas.

Franklin reached seven takedowns for the second straight game, including a sack of Geno Smith in the fourth quarter. The linebacker is now up to 29 total tackles (13 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also notching three passes defensed over five games this season.

Franklin (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Franklin opened the week as a DNP due to an ankle injury that he likely sustained during the Colts' Week 4 loss to the Rams. However, his ability to practice in full Thursday indicates that he is well on track to play in Sunday's home bout against the Raiders. Franklin has logged 22 tackles (10 solo) and three pass defenses through the first four games of the regular season.

Franklin (ankle) did not practice Wednesday.

Franklin dealt with an ankle issue during the preseason but had yet to make an appearance on the injury report during the regular season. Franklin played all 75 defensive snaps in last Sunday's loss to the Rams, so it's unclear when he suffered the latest injury. The veteran linebacker has 22 tackles (10 solo) and three pass breakups through four contests.

Franklin registered seven tackles (one solo) and one pass defense during the Colts' 27-20 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

Franklin played every single defensive snap for the second time in four games, and he finished tied with Camryn Bynum for third most tackles on the Colts behind Nick Cross (14) and DeForest Buckner (eight). Franklin is up to 22 total tackles through four games and is on track to record a fourth consecutive 100-tackle season, though he's well behind pace to match his total from 2024 (173).

Franklin racked up seven tackles (four solo) and defensed a pass Sunday in a 41-20 win against Tennessee.

Franklin and Nick Cross tied for the team lead with seven stops apiece Sunday. Franklin finished with a season-high mark in tackles, though the seven stops would have tied his second-lowest mark in any game last year. The expectations are high for Franklin after he led the NFL with 173 tackles last season, so from a fantasy perspective his 16 stops through three games is a bit of a letdown.

Franklin recorded five total tackles (three solo) and one pass defended in Sunday's 29-28 win over the Broncos.

Franklin, who averaged nearly 10.4 total tackles per game from 2022 to 2024, has tallied just nine stops through his first two contests this season. The Syracuse product was on the field for every defensive snap in the Colts' Week 2 win but finished fifth on the team in total tackles. He will look to find his usual high-volume production when the Colts travel to Tennessee in Week 3.

Franklin recorded four total tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 33-8 win over Miami.

Franklin wasn't especially busy in a dominant Week 1 showing for Indianapolis, recording his lowest tackle total since Week 18 of the 2021 season. The linebacker typically finishes in the double-digits in that category, and he'll likely be more involved in Week 2 against the Broncos.

Franklin (ankle) did not appear on the Colts' injury report Wednesday.

Franklin was nursing a left ankle injury during the preseason, but he is now fully healthy ahead of the regular season. The 29-year-old will be back in his starting role at middle linebacker against Miami on Sunday.

Franklin (left ankle) did not play in Saturday's preseason loss to the Packers.

Franklin has been easing back into action in training camp as he continues to recover from offseason ankle injury. He's unlikely to play in the preseason but is thought to be on track for the start of the regular season. Franklin played in all 17 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 173 tackles (93 solo), including a career-high 3.5 sacks, six pass defenses (two interceptions) and five forced fumbles.

Franklin (ankle) was a limited participant in Saturday's training camp practice, Joel Erickson of the Indianapolis Star reports.

Saturday was Franklin's first appearance at training camp as he continues to recover from offseason ankle injury. He was limited to positional drills and did not participate in team activities, but it's a step in the right direction for the veteran linebacker. Franklin played in all 17 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 173 tackles (93 solo), including a career-high 3.5 sacks, six pass defenses (two interceptions) and five forced fumbles.

Franklin (ankle) will not be ready for the start of training camp, Joel Erickson of the Indianapolis Star reports.

Franklin underwent a clean-up procedure on his left ankle earlier in the offseason and isn't quite ready to practice. He's been running, but there isn't a clear timetable for his return to full strength. Franklin started all 17 regular-season contests last season, registering an NFL-high 173 tackles (93 solo), including a career-best 3.5 sacks, six pass breakups, including a pair of interceptions, and five forced fumbles. He was selected to his first Pro Bowl and was named a second-team All-Pro. Franklin also received Defensive Player of the Year votes.

Franklin (ankle) is no longer wearing the walking boot he needed after undergoing surgery in May, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Franklin needed a "clean-up" procedure on his ankle during the offseason, but it looks like he could be fully healthy by the start of training camp in July anyways. The NFL's 2024 tackles leader will start when healthy, but his current absence might open up more meaningful practice reps for Segun Olubi.

Head coach Shane Steichen told reporters Friday that Franklin (ankle) had a clean-up procedure last week, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

The Syracuse product has popped up with an ankle injury and will likely remain out until training camp, per Bowen. Franklin has emerged as one of the NFL's top insider linebackers over the past three seasons, recording a whopping 519 total tackles across his last 50 regular-season contests. While Franklin is sidelined over the next couple of months, expect Liam Anderson to work with Indianapolis' first-team defense.

Franklin recorded 173 total tackles (93 solo), including 3.5 sacks, six passes defended, with two interceptions, and five forced fumbles over 17 games in 2024.

Franklin continues to demonstrate why he's one of the NFL's top inside linebackers, having recorded a league-leading 519 total tackles while missing just one game across the last three seasons. He led the NFL in tackles for the first time of his career in 2024, tallying nine more stops than Budda Baker, who ranked second. Franklin is under contract through the 2027 season, so he's likely to remain in Indianapolis next season. Despite the Colts' defensive struggles (ninth-most points allowed in 2024), Franklin has remained one of the NFL's most impactful linebackers and is projected to maintain that status in 2025.

Franklin recorded 14 total tackles (seven solo), including four tackles for loss), and one forced fumble in Sunday's 45-33 loss to the Giants.

Franklin was one of the few bright spots on Indianapolis' defense in Sunday's loss, leading the team with 14 total tackles. The Syracuse product has now recorded 10 or more stops in eight of his 16 appearances, accumulating 165 total tackles this season, the best mark in the NFL. Expect Franklin to continue serving as one of the Colts' defensive leaders and top tacklers in the Week 18 matchup against the Jaguars.

Franklin finished with seven tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 38-30 win against Tennessee.

Franklin's tackle total was second-highest on Indianapolis behind Jaylon Carlies' 10. Sunday's performance marked the 14th time in Franklin's 15 contests that he's reached at least seven stops. The veteran linebacker leads the NFL with 151 tackles on the season.

Franklin recorded nine total tackles (six solo) and an interception in Sunday's 31-13 loss to the Broncos.

Franklin remained very active in Week 15, reaching at least nine tackles for the 12th time this season. Additionally, he snatched his second interception of the year, picking off Bo Nix in the first quarter. The linebacker has now compiled 144 total tackles (80 solo), including 2.5 sacks, while also adding five passes defensed, including two interceptions, and three forced fumbles over 14 games in 2024.

Franklin recorded 12 tackles (10 solo) including 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble during Sunday's 25-24 win at New England.

Franklin managed a double-digit tackle total for his seventh game this season in Week 13, and he registered in the sack column for his second straight contest. He still leads the league in tackles by a comfortable margin and profiles as an elite IDP option for the fantasy playoffs after the Colts' bye in Week 14.

Franklin recorded 13 tackles (eight solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Lions.

The seventh-year pro leads the league in tackles with 123 (64 solo). Franklin, a seventh-round pick in 2018, has now recorded three consecutive 100-plus tackle seasons. He has also yet to miss a defensive snap in 12 games this season.

Franklin recorded nine tackles (five solo) and a pass breakup in Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Bills.

Franklin currently leads the league with 105 tackles (54 solo) through 10 games, marking his third straight season with 100-plus stops. The 28-year-old is a surefire fantasy starter that hasn't missed a snap this season.

Franklin (ankle) participated at practice Thursday, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Franklin missed practice Wednesday after playing 100 percent of Indianapolis' defensive snaps in Week 9, but he's now a step closer to potentially suiting up again in Week 10. If he can practice in full Friday, he could avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Franklin (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.

The NFL's leading tackler played 100.0 percent of the Colts' defensive snaps in their Week 9 loss to the Vikings, but it now appears he picked up an ankle injury in the process. Franklin will likely need to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday in order to suit up for Indianapolis' Week 10 matchup against the Bills.

Franklin recorded eight tackles (six solo), a pass breakup and an interception in Sunday's 21-13 loss to the Vikings.

The middle linebacker also played on every defensive snap for the ninth time in nine games this season. Franklin leads the league with 95 tackles (48 solo) in 2024.

Franklin recorded 11 tackles (seven solo) during Sunday's 23-20 loss at Houston.

Franklin managed double digits in the tackle department for the fifth time this season in Week 8. His 87 tackles through eight games are more than any other player in the league, and he'll be looking to hold onto those bragging rights in Week 9 at Minnesota.

Franklin recorded 16 total tackles (five solo) and a forced fumble in Sunday's 16-10 win over the Dolphins.

Franklin was able to compile a season-high 16 stops while also stripping fullback Alec Ingold in the third quarter, which was recovered by teammate Taven Bryan. Through seven games in 2024, Franklin has now produced 76 total tackles (35 solo), two forced fumbles and a pass defensed.

Franklin recorded nine tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Titans.

Franklin is now tied with teammate E.J. Speed for the third-most tackles in the league at 60. He's an every-week starter in IDP formats, and he should be a strong option in Week 7 versus the Dolphins, who need to stick to the run game without quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion).

Franklin recorded 10 tackles (three solo) and one pass breakup in the Colts' loss to the Jaguars on Sunday.

Franklin once again played every defensive snap versus Jacksonville, and it was his third game with double-digit tackles. Coming off a career-best 179 tackles in 2023, Franklin is averaging 10.2 tackles per game through five contests, but he's done little else in the box score, with just one pass breakup and one forced fumble.

Franklin (illness) was a full participant during practice Thursday.

Franklin logged a DNP on Wednesday as he worked to recover from an illness. With his ability to log a full practice Thursday, he should be all good to go Sunday against the Jaguars.

Franklin (illness) did not practice Wednesday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Franklin will receive the day off to recuperate, although it's not clear if he is in any real danger of missing Sunday's game against the Jaguars. His practice status will be worth monitoring Thursday and Friday, to make sure he's good to go for Week 5.

Franklin registered nine tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 27-24 win over Pittsburgh.

Franklin finished Sunday's game as the second-leading tackler for the Colts behind E.J. Speed (13). Franklin has played in every single defensive snap through the first four games of the regular season, and his 41 total tackles ranks 10th in the NFL.

Franklin had 15 total tackles in Sunday's win over Chicago.

Franklin is averaging 11 total tackles per game after after averaging 11.2 tackles per game last year. Franklin doesn't offer much in terms of pass rush or work in coverage, but he'll stuff the stat sheet with high tackle totals.

Franklin recorded 10 total tackles (five solo) and a forced fumble in Sunday's 16-10 loss to the Packers.

Franklin was able to cross the double-digit tackles threshold for the first time this season after doing so 11 times in 16 contests last year. Additionally, he punched the ball out as Packers' running back Josh Jacobs was on the verge of scoring a touchdown in the second quarter, which was ultimately recovered by his Franklin's teammate Laiatu Latu. Through two games in 2024, Franklin has registered 18 total tackles (nine solo) as the team's starting middle linebacker.

The Colts signed Franklin to a three-year, $31.3 million contract extension Monday, Stephen Holder of ESPN reports.

Franklin, who was No. 2 in the NFL last season with 179 tackles (107 solo), was already under contract for 2024, but this extension leaves him set to start at middle linebacker in Indianapolis for the foreseeable future. The 2018 seventh-round pick began his career as a special-teams ace but has since transformed into a verifiable fantasy standout in IDP formats.

Franklin recorded nine tackles (three solo) in Saturday's 23-19 loss versus the Texans.

Over 16 games this season, Franklin recorded 179 tackles (107 solo) including 1.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. Somehow, he improved on his monster year in 2022, finishing with more total tackles than everyone in the league except for Bobby Wagner (183). He's under contract for 2024 and currently projects to start at middle linebacker for the Colts come Week 1.

Franklin registered 10 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Raiders.

Franklin is now up to 170 tackles on the season, which surpassed his previous career high of 167 he set in 2022. He's reached that mark in two less games and still leads the league in tackles ahead of Bobby Wagner and Foyesade Oluokun. Franklin has a chance to seal the annual tackle leader title in the Colts' regular-season finale against the Texans on Saturday.

Franklin compiled 12 tackles (nine solo) and a pass deflection during Indianapolis' 29-10 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.

Franklin recorded double-digit tackles for the tenth time in 14 games this season and also compiled the second most on the team in Sunday's matchup. The 27-year-old is now just six tackles shy of his career-best 167 that he set back during last season.

Franklin racked up 14 tackles (six solo), including one for loss, in Sunday's loss to Cincinnati.

Franklin led the Colts in stops in the contest with his ninth double-digit tackle effort of the campaign. The linebacker has been on a bit of a downswing with 13 stops over his previous two games combined, but he bounced back in a big way against the Browns. Franklin leads the NFL with 144 total tackles this season.

Franklin compiled 15 tackles (12 solo) and forced a fumble in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Patriots.

Franklin once again piled up the tackles, recording a double-digit total for the eighth time in nine games. The 27-year-old remains the league leader in the category with 117 on the season. Now, Indianapolis heads into their bye week before a matchup with Tampa Bay in Week 12.

Franklin (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Patriots in Frankfurt, Germany, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Franklin -- who sat out last week's win over Carolina -- had been listed as questionable heading into Sunday, after the knee injury kept him from practicing Wednesday before he upgraded to limited activity Thursday and then full participation Friday. Based on how he was able to finish the week of practice, Franklin isn't expected to face any restrictions Sunday. He should once again shape up as an elite IDP option after tallying double-digit tackles in all but one of his first eight appearances of the season.

Franklin (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots.

The 27-year-old linebacker seems to be trending in the right direction to play this Sunday, as he went from not practicing Wednesday to logging a full session Friday. Franklin has been integral to Indianapolis' defense this year, recording 104 total tackles, including two tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks in eight games. Segun Olubi is expected to have an increased workload if Franklin is unable to suit up this weekend.

Franklin (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.

Franklin missed last Sunday's game against the Panthers with the knee injury. Despite the missed contest, Franklin still leads the league with 102 combined tackles and 64 of the solo variety. He'll try to get back out on the field for Week 10 against the Patriots in Germany this Sunday.

Franklin (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

The starting middle linebacker was listed as questionable Friday and then doubtful Saturday after missing practice all week. Franklin has 102 tackles, three passes defensed and a forced fumble in 2023. His absence should open up playing time for Segun Olubi.

Franklin (knee) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Franklin didn't practice all week, so Saturday's injury designation change likely isn't a good omen. The NFL's leading tackler thus appears unlikely to suit up Sunday, meaning E.J. Speed and Shaquille Leonard could be primed for more opportunities.

Franklin (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Franklin missed practice all week, so he sounds like a true game-time decision ahead of Sunday's 1 PM ET kickoff. Franklin leads the NFL in tackles with 102 and also paces the league with his 64 solo takedowns. He's played 98 percent of Indy's defensive snaps. Franklin would be sorely missed if he's unable to go against Carolina.

Franklin (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

Franklin exited Sunday's game with the knee injury, but returned to the game and finished with 14 tackles (six solo). He's up to 102 tackles on the season and is the first player in the league to reach 100-plus tackles on the year. His practice participation over the rest of the week will indicate his availability for Week 9 against the Panthers.

Franklin had 14 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 38-27 loss to the Saints.

Franklin has registered double-digit tackles in seven of eight games this season and has played in 100 percent of defensive snaps in five of those contests, though he didn't reach that mark Sunday. Franklin has been a tackling machine all season long and is the first player in the league to reach 100-plus tackles on the year. He's well on pace to surpass the 167 tackles he had in 2022 and will look to keep his spot as the league's tackle leader in Week 9 against the Panthers.

Franklin (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Saints, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

Franklin was up to four tackles on the day before leaving the game. He went to the medical tent before going back to the locker room. Tony Brown has taken over at cornerback in Franklin's absence.

Franklin recorded 11 tackles (nine solo) during Indianapolis' 39-38 loss to the Browns on Sunday.

Franklin led the team in tackles bringing his total to 88 (58 solo) on the season. The 2018 seventh-round pick has now logged double-digit tackles in all but one game and will look to produce again versus the Saints next week.

Franklin recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) while also deflecting a pass in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Titans.

Franklin has now registered at least 12 tackles in each of the Colts' first five games of the year, compiling 69 total takedowns to this point. The linebacker continues to be one of the most productive players at his position in the league.

Franklin recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) and a half sack in Sunday's 29-23 overtime loss versus the Rams.

Despite exiting Sunday's contest for a brief period of time due to a back injury, Franklin still finished as the Colts' tackling leader. He's now reached reached double-digit stops in each of the Colts' first four games to go with 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble. He'll be a top-tier IDP option again when Indianapolis hosts Tennessee in Week 5.

Franklin (back) returned to the game Sunday versus the Rams, Kevin Bowen of The Wake Up Call reports.

Franklin was briefly unavailable with a back injury, but he's ready to go for the rest of the game. To this point, the middle linebacker has eight tackles against Los Angeles.

Franklin (back) is considered questionable to return Sunday versus the Rams, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Franklin suffered a back injury in the second half and it's unclear if he'll be able to come back Sunday. In his absence, Segun Olubi will see a larger workload at middle linebacker.

Franklin recorded 15 tackles (11 solo) and a sack in Sunday's 22-19 overtime win at Baltimore.

Franklin logged double-digit tackles and led his team in tackles for the third time in three games this season, a lightning-fast start after he broke a franchise record for tackles in a single season in 2022. He's currently on pace for more than 250 tackles over a full season this year, so he'd still register near the top of the IDP radar even if he slowed down significantly in the coming weeks.

Franklin racked up 13 tackles, including one for loss, in Sunday's Week 2 win over Houston.

Franklin has played every defensive snap for Indianapolis through two weeks and leads the NFL with 30 tackles. The star linebacker set a franchise record with 167 stops last year and could challenge that number based on his output so far in 2023. Franklin is among the top IDP assets in fantasy.

Franklin had 18 total tackles, a pass defensed and forced a fumble in Sunday's loss to Jacksonville.

Franklin picked up where he left off last season as a tackle machine (franchise record 167 in 2022) in the loss. He also had a heads up play where he forced a fumble from rookie Tank Bigsby who thought the play was over which was picked up by DeForest Buckner and returned for a touchdown.

Franklin (ankle) tallied a career-high 167 tackles (102 solo), three sacks and six passes defended over 17 games in the 2022 season.

Franklin more than quadrupled his previous career high for tackles while stepping up in place of star linebacker Shaquille Leonard (neck/back) this season. The 26-year-old Franklin did exit with a groin injury during the Week 18 loss to Houston, though he was able to return and record four more tackles before the end of this contest, according to Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site. As a result, the 2019 seventh-round pick set the new franchise record for tackles in a single season, breaking the previous record set by Leonard in 2018. With fellow linebacker and Indianapolis' second-leading tackler Bobby Okereke (151) set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, Franklin could be in store for another prominent role alongside Leonard during the 2023 campaign.

Franklin (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Texans, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Franklin has already logged four tackles during Sunday's regular-season finale, though his return for the remainder of the second half is now up in the air. The 26-year-old has played nearly every defensive snap for Indianapolis this season. In his stead, E.J. Speed will likely take on a bigger role alongside Bobby Okereke for the time being.

Franklin tallied 10 tackles (seven solo) and two passes defended during Sunday's 38-10 defeat versus the Giants.

Franklin posted his tenth outing with at least 10 tackles, though he still finished second on the team in tackles behind weakside linebacker Bobby Okereke (17). However, the strongside linebacker still leads the team in tackles for the season with 160 compared to Okereke's 146. Franklin also reached six passes defended this season, and these two should continue to serve prominent roles Week 18 against the Texans.

Franklin accumulated nine tackles (five solo) and one sack in Monday's 20-3 loss to the Chargers.

While Franklin had a streak of five consecutive games with double-digit sacks snap, he was still productive in the contest. He was one of three Colts to be on the field for all 68 defensive snaps. The 26-year-old shows no signs of slowing down ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants.

Franklin recorded 10 tackles (six solo) and one forced fumble during Saturday's 39-36 overtime loss to the Vikings.

Franklin jarred the ball loose from running back Dalvin Cook midway through the first quarter of the Week 15 matchup in Minnesota, while he also logged his fifth consecutive contest with at least double-digit stops Saturday. The 26-year-old now has a team-leading 141 tackles across 14 games played this season, and he'll likely retain his every-down role when Indianapolis hosts the Chargers next Monday night.

Franklin recorded 10 tackles (six solo) and one pass defended in Sunday's 54-19 loss to the Cowboys.

Franklin played every defensive snap for the 11th time this season, as Dallas did not truly pull away until midway through the fourth quarter. The starting linebacker has now recorded double-digit tackles in eight of 13 games this season, including each of the last three weeks. Franklin's prominent role in the middle of Indianapolis' defense has led him to record the second-most tackles (131) in the NFL so far this season. However, his position among the league's top tacklers could take a step back while the Colts are on bye Week 14.

Franklin recorded 11 tackles (five solo) during Monday's 24-17 loss to the Steelers.

Franklin wound up playing every defensive snap after coming into Monday's contest questionable with an illness. As a result, the linebacker led the Colts in stops while logging his seventh double-digit tackle performance of the season. Over 12 weeks, Franklin now has 121 tackles, one sacks and three passes defended, and, barring injury, he should finish the 2022 campaign as one of the league's leading tacklers.

Franklin (illness) is active Monday against the Steelers.

Franklin came down with an illness at the end of the week and missed practice Saturday, but he's recovered enough to suit up Monday. The linebacker is in the midst of a breakout campaign, taking the field for 100 percent of the Colts' defensive snaps in all but one game so far this season and already more than doubling his career-best mark with 110 tackles, which ranks fourth in the league heading into Monday night.

Franklin (illness) has been downgraded to questionable for Monday's game against the Steelers.

Franklin did not appears on the Colts' Week 12 injury report before popping up as a non-participant during practice Friday, as he appears to have come down with an illness. While the nature of this ailment is still unknown, his ability to suit up for Monday Night Football could be in serious jeopardy. In Franklin is ultimately sidelined, JoJo Domann would likely see increased usage behind linebackers Bobby Okereke and E.J. Speed.

Franklin recorded 12 tackles (five solo), 0.5 sacks and one forced fumble in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Eagles.

Following Sunday's 12-tackle effort by Franklin, he now leads the league with 109 stops through the first 11 weeks of the 2022-23 campaign. The 26-year-old now has six double-digit tackling performances to this point in the season, and he'll look to continue playing heavy snaps when Indianapolis hosts the Steelers on Monday night.

Franklin (illness) is active Week 11 against Philadelphia.

Franklin is the Colts' leading tackler and coming off his fifth double-digit tackle performance of the season in Week 10, but an illness going around the team had kept him out of practice all week. In the end, he'll overcome the "questionable" tag and suit up for the contest.

Franklin logged 10 tackles (seven solo), including one tackle for loss, during Sunday's 25-20 win over the Raiders.

Franklin logged double-digit tackles for the fifth time in 10 games played this season. The fifth-year linebacker also fell just shy of playing every defensive snap for Indianapolis for the first time in 2022, and he is now three stops away from the first 100-tackle campaign of his career. With star linebacker Shaquille Leonard (neck) now expected to miss the remainder of the season, Franklin should have a very good chance to finish as one of the NFL's leading tacklers by year's end. His next game will come against the Eagles on Sunday.

Franklin recorded eight tackles (six solo) and a pass defended in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Commanders.

Franklin tied his second-fewest tackles in a game during this contest, and he has already doubled his previous career high in tackles so far in 2022. Even though fellow linebacker Shaquille Leonard returned after missing time with a lingering back injury Sunday, Franklin should still finish as one of the league's top tacklers by the end of the season.

Franklin recorded seven tackles (four solo), including one for loss, in Sunday's 19-10 defeat against the Titans.

Franklin logged a season low in tackles despite finishing third on the team in this category behind Grover Stewart and Bobby Okereke against Tennessee. The 6-foot Franklin has now played every defensive snap over the first seven games of the season for the Colts, recording 73 stops and two passes defended while doing so.

Franklin registered 12 tackles (seven solo), including one for loss, during Sunday's 34-27 win over the Jaguars.

Franklin notched his fourth double-digit tackle outing over his last five appearances and finished second on the team in tackles behind Bobby Okereke. Across six appearances, Franklin has recorded 66 stops and two pass defenses. As long as Shaquille Leonard (nose) remains sidelined, expect Okereke and Franklin to continue piling up stops.

Franklin made nine tackles while deflecting a pass in Thursday's 12-9 overtime win versus the Broncos.

Franklin played 100 percent of the defensive snaps again Thursday, failing to miss a play for the fifth consecutive game to open the season. The 26-year-old has a team-high 54 tackles while deflecting two passes over the first five contests of the year. With Shaquille Leonard (back/concussion) still banged up, Franklin could be in for a similar workload in Week 6 against the Jaguars.

Franklin recorded 15 tackles (eight solo) during Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Titans.

Franklin has recorded at least 10 tackles in three straight games and notched a career-high 15 stops during the team's Week 4 loss. Across four appearances, the fifth-year linebacker already has more tackles this season (45) than he's had in any of his previous four campaigns. As long as Shaquille Leonard (back/concussion) remains out, look for Franklin to continue garnering a major role in the middle of the Colts defense.

Franklin notched 12 tackles (eight solo), including one for loss, and one pass defense during Sunday's 20-17 win over the Chiefs.

Franklin has recorded back-to-back games with double-digit tackles, giving him 30 stops through three games. As long as Shaquille Leonard (back) remains out, Franklin figures to have a major role in the Colts defense.

Franklin recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) in the Colts' 24-0 loss to the Jaguars on Sunday.

Franklin's 10 total tackles were the most he's had since his rookie season, while his eight solo stops were a career high. The fifth-year-pro also played every snap on defense for the second-straight week. Franklin may be in the midst of a breakout campaign, although when Shaquille Leonard (back) returns, his production could lessen. Franklin will look to keep up the production in Week 3 against the Chiefs.

Franklin started at middle linebacker and had eight total tackles in Sunday's tie at Houston.

Franklin played on all 70 of the defense's snaps which bodes well for his fantasy value as he frequently came off the field in nickel and dime packagers last season.

Franklin agreed to a three-year, $12 million contract with the Colts on Tuesday, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

Franklin appeared in 17 games for the Colts last season and totaled 40 tackles (21 solo), two pass deflections and one interception. He figures to garner a similar role alongside Darius Leonard and Bobby Okereke during the 2022 campaign.

Franklin was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.

Franklin was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list earlier this week, but managed two negative PCR tests 24 hours apart to suit up for Saturday's matchup. The 2018 seventh-round pick has yet to record more than 25 defensive snaps in any game this season.

Franklin was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Franklin said during training camp that he's fully vaccinated, so his placement on the COVID-19 list signals that he's tested positive for the virus, Zak Keefer of The Athletic reports. If he submits two negative PCR tests 24 hours apart, the linebacker will be able to suit up for Saturday's game against New England.

Franklin started at weak-side linebacker and had one total tackle in Sunday's loss at Seattle.

Franklin won a starting linebacker role in the preseason, but played just on 17 of the defense's 54 snaps. He came off the field in nickel and dime packages, which limits his fantasy upside.

Franklin took the initial snaps as the starting strong-side linebacker in the team's recent voluntary offseason workouts being held at team headquarters, The Athletic reports.

Bobby Okereke looks set to be the starting middle linebacker this season with the departure of Anthony Walker in free agency while Franklin will compete for the strong-side role. Franklin mostly worked in a reserve role last season, but impressed against the run. He struggled against the pass by allowing 14 receptions on 16 targets, according to Pro Football Focus, so he could come off the field in nickel and dime formations.

Franklin had a tackle on special teams and did not play a snap on defense in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville.

Franklin will have a reserve role on defense and get most of his playing time on special teams.