Zaire Franklin
LB - Indianapolis Colts
Week 14 Outlook
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Zaire Franklin did not practice to open training camp on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Franklin is continuing to work his way back from offseason ankle surgery. It is unclear when he will be fully cleared.
Colts coach Shane Steichen told reporters that LB Zaire Franklin underwent offseason ankle surgery.
Fantasy Impact
Steichen said he is “hopeful” Franklin will be available for training camp. The linebacker played through the injury last season and now has it cleaned up.
The Colts and LB Zaire Franklin have agreed to a three-year, $31.26M extension.
Fantasy Impact
Franklin has developed into one of the key components of the Colts’ defense. The 27-year-old tallied 179 total tackles, 1.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles in 16 games last season.
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin is active for Monday Night Football against the Indianapolis Colts.
Fantasy Impact
Zaire popped up on the injury report on Saturday with an illness but has been cleared to play tonight against the Steelers. Zaire has been a revelation for a Colts defense that has been without star Shaq Leonard for the majority of the season. The LB10 in fantasy points per game, Zaire is a must-start LB1 on a weekly basis. Treat him as such despite the tough on-paper matchup against the Steelers.
