US EditionColts offensive lineman Blake Freeland carted off the field with a leg injury during Packers game
Blake Freeland suffered a lower right leg injury after his leg was pinned on a third-and-1 run and was ruled out of the preseason game, Colts officials said.
- Blake Freeland, an offensive lineman for the Indianapolis Colts, sustained a fractured right leg and was taken off the field on a cart during the August 16, 2025, preseason matchup with Green Bay in Indianapolis.
- Freeland suffered an injury in the first half during a third-and-1 running play when his leg became trapped beneath other players, resulting in him leaving the game.
- The Colts’ offensive line faces multiple injuries, including sideline starters Braden Smith and Bernhard Raimann, with Smith signed to a four-year, $100 million extension earlier in training camp.
- Coach Shane Steichen confirmed the fractured leg diagnosis and emphasized that dealing with injuries is an inevitable aspect of football and the players' careers, underscoring the obstacles the team faces.
- Freeland’s injury complicates roster decisions as rookie Luke Tenuta’s strong preseason performance may secure him a spot amid final cuts before the regular season opener on September 7.
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Colts offensive lineman Blake Freeland carted off the field with a leg injury during Packers game
Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Blake Freeland was carted off the field with a lower right leg injury during Saturday’s preseason game against Green Bay.
Luke Tenuta's Strong Performance Makes Him a Top Candidate for Colts 53-Man Roster
The Colts' offensive line is facing significant injuries, particularly at tackle, with starting left tackle Bernhard Raimann and right tackle Braden Smith both sidelined. The situation worsened when Blake Freeland suffered a fractured leg during the game against the Packers, leading to uncertainty about his availability for the future. As a result, Luke Tenuta has stepped up, demonstrating strong performance that could secure him a spot on the 5…
The offensive lineman of the Indianapolis Colts Blake Freeland was removed from the field on a stretcher with his right leg fractured during the first half of Saturday's preseason match against Green Bay.
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