The Indianapolis Colts have announced that tight end Tyler Warren is dealing with an illness ahead of Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans. Warren, one of the team’s top performers this season, has become a reliable weapon for quarterback Daniel Jones.

The Colts (8-3) are looking to bounce back after a tough 23-20 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 12. As one of the best teams in the AFC, they can’t afford to drop more games if they want to remain competitive heading into the playoffs.

### Tyler Warren Injury Update

Tyler Warren did not carry a designation on the injury report until Friday, but things changed on Saturday, raising concerns among fans. According to NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Colts added Warren to their injury report due to an illness, and he is currently listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Texans.

“Colts now have added TE Tyler Warren to their injury report due to an illness and he is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game,” Schefter reported.

### Warren’s Impact in His Rookie Season

Warren has been a standout player in his rookie season. In 11 games, he leads the Colts in receiving yards (662) and ranks second on the team in targets (74), receptions (55), touchdowns (3), and yards per game (60.2). Losing him for Sunday’s game would be a significant blow to Indianapolis as they continue their pursuit of the No. 1 seed in the AFC.

The Colts face stiff competition from the Jacksonville Jaguars (7-4) and the Houston Texans (6-5) in the race for the AFC South division title. Warren’s impressive rookie campaign includes breaking the team’s rookie tight end record for receptions. He is also on pace to break John Mackey’s rookie record of 726 receiving yards set back in 1963.

### The Challenge Ahead

Missing Warren would place the Colts in a challenging position against a Texans defense that has shown strong performances in recent games. Houston is currently on a three-game winning streak with wins over the Jaguars (36-29), Tennessee Titans (16-13), and Buffalo Bills (23-19).

Even without quarterback C.J. Stroud, the Texans remain a dangerous opponent. The Colts will need all their weapons available to secure a crucial victory for their playoff aspirations.

To make matters more difficult, Daniel Jones is playing through a fractured fibula, adding another layer of complexity for head coach Shane Steichen and the Colts coaching staff. While Indianapolis had a strong first half of the season, the second half has proven to be more of a challenge.

### Looking Ahead

As the Colts prepare for this pivotal matchup, all eyes will be on Tyler Warren’s status. His availability could significantly influence the game plan and the team’s ability to maintain its position atop the AFC South division.

Stay tuned for further updates on Warren’s status and other injury news as the Colts gear up for their critical clash with the Houston Texans.
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