Colts prepare for final preseason game against Lions

The Indianapolis Colts are set for their final preseason game against the Detroit Lions on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium. Colts head coach Shane Steichen announced that starters will likely play 8 to 12 plays, with quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Jonathan Taylor not participating. The Colts face roster decisions ahead of the 53-player cut deadline on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. ET. Key battles include evaluating quarterbacks Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard, running backs Ulysses Bentley IV and DJ Giddens, and wide receivers Laquon Treadwell and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, among others. Additionally, Spencer Shrader and Blake Grupe are competing for the kicker position, with both showing promise throughout the summer.

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