Colts running back could return against the Texans

Zack Moss, the Indianapolis Colts’ running back, might return to the field after a two-game hiatus when the Colts face the Houston Texans in an AFC South matchup on Saturday.

Moss has been out with a forearm injury but was labeled as questionable by the Colts on Thursday, when he was a full participant in practice. In 13 games this season, Moss has run for 764 yards and five touchdowns, both career highs. During the crucial game, he would most likely split time with Jonathan Taylor (553 yards).

“It’d obviously be big to get Zack back out there if he’s available to go,” Indianapolis coach Shane Steichen said. “That would be fantastic. And having that one-two punch back there has been incredible all year.” The winner of Saturday’s game between the two 9-7 teams will earn a spot in the playoffs.

The loser’s season will come to an end. Moss carried for 88 yards and a touchdown in the Colts’ 31-20 win over the Texans in Week 2. Guard Quenton Nelson (ankle), center Ryan Kelly (ankle), and tackle Braden Smith (knee) are among the five Indianapolis players labeled as questionable. Chris Lammons (ankle) and Kenny Moore II (back) are also doubtful.

Houston ruled out standout defensive end Jonathan Greenard (ankle) and receiver Noah Brown (back) on Thursday. Greenard has a team-best 12.5 sacks. Six players are listed as questionable, including defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (ankle) and receiver Robert Woods (hip). The others are defensive tackles Maliek Collins (hip) and Sheldon Rankins (ankle), standout offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (groin) and fullback Andrew Beck (calf).