Colts’ Brian Mason injured during preseason game against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 4:44 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Indianapolis Colts special teams coordinator Brian Mason suffered a knee injury on the final play of the team's 13-13 preseason tie with the New England Patriots on August 13. Mason was injured near the sideline and received attention from team doctors before being taken for further evaluation. Colts head coach Shane Steichen described the injury as concerning, noting that Mason was in significant pain. This incident adds pressure to a special teams unit undergoing significant changes as the Colts evaluate their kicking competition between Spencer Shrader and Blake Grupe. Further updates on Mason's status are anticipated.
- •Mason injured his knee on the final play against the Patriots.
- •Colts and Patriots ended the game in a 13-13 tie.
- •Mason was taken to the locker room for further evaluation.
- •Shrader and Grupe are competing for the kicker position.
- •Updates on Mason's availability are expected soon.
- 4:44 AMYahoo Sports — Colts’ Shane Steichen gives update on Brian Mason after sideline injury
"Brian Mason was injured on the final play of Indianapolis' preseason tie with New England.
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