bengals Last Update

The Colts will be without starting linebackers Gary Brackett and Clint Session against Cincinnati.

Both are inactive with injuries. Also out for the Colts are running backs Joseph Addai and Mike Hart, receivers Austin Collie and Blair White, cornerback Justin Tryon and safety Bob Sanders, who hasn't played since Week 1.

The Bengals deactivated two starters, safety Chris Crocker and defensive tackle Tank Johnson, and put starting right tackle Andre Smith on injured reserve. Also inactive for Cincinnati are cornerback Morgan Trent, running back Cedric Peerman, center Reggie Stephens, defensive end Jonathan Fanene and receiver Jerome Simpson.

Indy waived defensive back Chip Vaughn and added receiver Chris Brooks.

On Wednesday, Smith broke a bone in his left foot during practice for the second consecutive year.

Smith started the past three games at right tackle with mixed results, and the Bengals have a decision to make this offseason whether to extend his contract from four to six years.

Cincinnati signed cornerback Rico Murray from the practice squad to fill the roster spot.

The Bengals (2-6), who have lost five in a row, face the host Indianapolis Colts (5-3) on Sunday.

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Houston Texans

The Texans hope the worst is over as they take on the Jaguars, says Dale Robertson.

Karl Paymah is on IR and Torri Williams in on the roster, says John McClain.

Frank Bush’s approval rating is at an all-time low, says Jerome Solomon.

Indianapolis Colts

Low-key Reggie Wayne isn’t like Chad Ochocinco or Terrell Owens, says Mike Chappell.

As injuries mount, the Colts count on Antoine Bethea even more, says Phil Richards.

Gary Brackett got fined $10,000 for a hit on Michael Vick, says Chappell.

Things to watch for, from Nate Dunlevy.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Gene Smith remains optimistic in this Q&A with Vito Stellino.

A game breakdown from Tania Ganguli.

Tennessee Titans

Randy Moss gives the Titans a whole different chance on deep balls, says Jim Wyatt.

Wyatt’s game breakdown.