Slated to play Saturday

Inman (shoulder/finger) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's divisional-round playoff game against the Chiefs.

Analysis: Inman was limited at practice both Wednesday and Thursday, but he'll be out there Saturday to provide Andrew Luck with a viable secondary target behind top wideout T.Y. Hilton. Over his last three outings, Inman has quietly racked up 13 catches on 15 targets for 176 yards and three scores. He'll look to extend his scoring streak to four games Saturday against a Kansas City defense that yielded an average of 273.4 passing yards per game this past season. That mark ranked 31st overall in the NFL.

Limited at practice Wednesday

Inman (shoulder/finger) returned to practice Wednesday in a limited fashion, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

Analysis: It won't be known until Thursday whether Inman carries an injury designation into Saturday's divisional-round playoff game versus the Chiefs, but the expectation is that he'll be available for the 4:35 p.m. EST contest. Over his last three games, Inman has provided the Colts with a solid option pass-catching behind top wideout T.Y. Hilton, having racked up 13 catches on 15 targets for 176 yards and three scores in that span.

Sits out walkthrough Tuesday

Inman missed Tuesday's walkthrough due to shoulder and finger injuries.

Analysis: Since he officially was listed with a shoulder issue on Dec. 5, Inman sat out the Colts' Week 14 matchup with the Texans but has suited up for the ensuing four contests. During that four-game run, he reached the end zone three times among 13 catches (on 16 targets) for 176 yards. Assuming he ditches the designation by Saturday's 4:35 p.m. ET kickoff in Kansas City, Inman will be looking to exploit a Chiefs defense that gave up 1.3 touchdowns per game to wideouts over the final six contests of…read more

Catches TD in win

Inman caught all four targets for 53 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 21-7 playoff win over the Texans.

Analysis: Inman did all his damage in the first half as he caught one pass for four yards after halftime with the Colts leading 21-0 until the fourth quarter. The 29-year-old was questionable with shoulder and finger issues but didn't appear hampered during the game. Inman now has a touchdown catch in three straight games and has another solid matchup against a poor Chiefs defense next week in the divisional round.

Playing in wild-card round

Inman (shoulder) is active for Saturday's wild-card game at Houston, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

Analysis: Inman has been tending to a shoulder injury since early December, which forced inactive status in the Colts' second regular-season matchup with the Texans on Dec. 9. He proceeded to earn at least 50 percent of the offensive snaps in the ensuing three games, totaling nine catches (on 12 targets) for 123 yards and two touchdowns during that span. In a banged-up receiving corps -- T.Y. Hilton (shoulder) and Zach Pascal (knee) are active, while Ryan Grant (toe) is not -- Inman is a candidate to…read more

Questionable for wild card

Inman (shoulder/finger) is listed as questionable for Saturday's wild-card game against the Texans after another limited practice session Thursday.

Analysis: Barring a setback of some kind, it would be a surprise if Inman is unable to suit up given the magnitude of the game on tap. He emerged as a primary target for quarterback Andrew Luck down the stretch, hauling in nine passes for 123 yards and two touchdowns on 11 targets in the final two regular-season tilts. Inman should be a big part of the game plan against Saturday, especially if T.Y. Hilton (ankle) is still less than 100 percent as his lack of participation in practice this week suggests.

Limited at Wednesday's practice

Inman (shoulder/finger) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

Analysis: Inman had no problem playing through his shoulder injury the past three weeks, and the addition of a finger injury isn't likely to threaten his availability for Saturday's playoff game in Houston either. He caught five of six targets for 77 yards and a touchdown in the Week 17 win over the Titans, finishing second among Indianapolis wide receivers with a 62 percent snap share. Chester Rogers (56 percent) and Zach Pascal (54 percent) weren't far behind, while Ryan Grant suffered a toe injury…read more

Listed as limited

Inman (shoulder/finger) is listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated injury report.

Analysis: Inman played through the same shoulder injury the past three weeks, including back-to-back games with a touchdown to close out the regular season. He emerged as the No. 3 option in the Indianapolis passing game during the second half of the campaign, though it's admittedly a distant third behind T.Y. Hilton (ankle) and Eric Ebron.

Suits up in Week 17

Inman (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against the Titans.

Analysis: Inman, who caught four of his five targets for 46 yards and a touchdown in Week 16's win over the Giants, is out there if you need him Sunday night, but his fantasy upside is capped. T.Y. Hilton and Chester Rogers are also in Indy's wideout mix, and tight end Eric Ebron has been cleared to play in the Colts' regular-season finale.

Listed as questionable

Inman (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Analysis: Inman graduated to a full practice session Friday, so we'd expect him to be a go Sunday. In a Week 16 win over the Giants, he caught four of his five targets for 46 yards and a touchdown. With Zach Pascal (knee) iffy for Week 17 action after missing practice Friday, Inman figures to see his share of looks against Tennessee this weekend, but his upside in that context remains modest, with T.Y. Hilton (ankle, questionable) and Chester Rogers also in Indy's wideout mix.

Manages limited practice

Inman (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Analysis: The activity amounts to a step forward for Inman, who was withheld from Wednesday's session entirely. Even if he fails to upgrade to full participation for the final practice of the week Friday, Inman seems like a good bet to suit up Sunday against the Titans with a postseason berth at stake. He's played through the shoulder issue the past two weeks, totaling four receptions for 46 yards and a touchdown on six targets over that stretch.

Skips practice with shoulder injury

Inman (shoulder) didn't practice Wednesday, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

Analysis: Inman played through the same injury the past two weeks, delivering four receptions for 46 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' most recent game Sunday against the Giants. He should be fine for a winner-take-all matchup with the Titans in Week 17 for a spot in the postseason.

Scores second touchdown of season

Inman caught four of five targets for 46 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-27 win over the Giants.

Analysis: Inman caught a two-yard pass for a score to bring the Colts within three midway through the third quarter. The game marked his second-highest yardage total of the season and his first touchdown since Week 11. The 29-year-old is not a reliable option Week 17 at Tennessee.

Ready to go Sunday

Inman (shoulder) practiced fully Friday and doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Giants.

Analysis: After participating in two practices this week, Inman looks to be in a better place on the health front after sitting out Week 14 in Houston and playing only half of the Colts' offensive snaps in Week 15 against the Cowboys. Even if he handles an expanded workload Sunday, Inman doesn't project as a high-percentage fantasy play, especially if top wideout T.Y. Hilton (ankle), who is listed as questionable, is cleared to suit up. Over his seven appearances with Indianapolis, Inman has found…read more

Puts in limited practice

Inman (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.

Analysis: Inman returned from a one-game absence due to the same shoulder issue to play half of the Colts' offensive snaps in Sunday's 23-0 win over the Cowboys. It's unclear if he aggravated his shoulder in the contest or if his limitations Thursday were maintenance-related, but more clarity on his status for the Week 16 matchup with the Giants should come following the release of Friday's injury report. If available this weekend, Inman is far from a safe bet to deliver a useful fantasy line after…read more

Dealing with shoulder injury again

Inman (shoulder) didn't practice Wednesday.

Analysis: Inman returned from a one-game absence for Sunday's 23-0 win over Dallas, finishing without a catch on one target while playing 36 of 72 offensive snaps. He may have suffered a setback with his shoulder injury in the process, but it's also possible the Colts are just being cautious. Whatever the case, Zach Pascal seems to be pushing ahead of Inman in terms of relevance in the Indianapolis passing game as the team prepares for a Week 16 home contest against the Giants.

Catchless against Cowboys

Inman failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 23-0 win against Dallas.

Analysis: Inman played 36 of 72 offensive snaps, but the Colts were content to bleed the clock in the second half with 30 rushing attempts. The 29-year-old's snap count finished fourth among Colts wide receivers, as Zach Pascal led the group despite being targeted only twice. The game flow makes it difficult to glean too much from Sunday's outing, but T.Y. Hilton and Eric Ebron remain the only truly reliable options among the team's pass catchers.

Ready to return

Inman (shoulder) was a full participant at practice Wednesday.

Analysis: Inman should be back in the lineup for Week 15 against the Cowboys, but he may lose some of his snaps after Zach Pascal caught five of six targets for 68 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-21 win over Houston. Per usual, T.Y. Hilton (ankle) and Eric Ebron are the only Indianapolis pass catchers with reliable volume, though the outlook could change if Hilton's injury turns out to be a real concern.

Back on practice field

Inman (shoulder) returned to practice Wednesday, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Analysis: Inman had emerged as a functional No. 3 option in the Indianapolis passing game, averaging 3.8 catches for 36.2 yards in five games from Weeks 8 through 13. Zach Pascal then took advantage of Inman's absence during a 24-21 win over the Texans in Week 15, hauling in five of six targets for 68 yards and a touchdown. Regardless of how the snaps are divided, it will be tough to rely on any Colts pass catcher besides T.Y. Hilton and Eric Ebron, especially with a matchup with a tough Cowboys defense…read more

Ruled out for Week 14

Inman (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Houston, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Analysis: With T.Y. Hilton likely to be a game-time decision while nursing a shoulder injury of his own, the Colts may need some help from the likes of Ryan Grant, Zach Pascal and Chester Rogers (groin) in Week 14. The 29-year-old Inman has emerged as the team's most reliable wideout option behind Hilton, averaging 3.8 catches for 36.2 yards the past five games.

Not practicing Friday

Inman (shoulder) wasn't spotted at Friday's practice, Zak Keefer of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Analysis: It's looking like Inman will sit out practice for the third day in a row, which certainly isn't a good sign in regards to his Week 14 availability. The Colts will reveal his official status for Sunday's matchup with the Texans when they release their final injury report later Friday.

Missing from practice

Inman (shoulder) wasn't spotted on the field for Thursday's practice, Kevin Bowen of 1070 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Analysis: Inman didn't practice in any fashion Wednesday either, clouding his status as the Week 14 tilt with the Texans approaches. The release of the Colts' final injury report of the week Friday should provide official word on how Inman's status is trending for Sunday, but he won't make for an especially enticing fantasy option even if his availability isn't in any peril. Inman has drawn consistent volume over the last five games with between four and seven targets in each contest, but he's reached…read more

Nursing shoulder issue

Inman didn't practice Wednesday due to a shoulder injury.

Analysis: Inman handled his usual workload in Sunday's 6-0 loss to Jacksonville, catching two of six targets for 14 yards while playing 71 percent of the Colts' offensive snaps. He's landed between four and seven targets in each of the past five games, maxing out at six catches for 52 yards during that stretch. An absence this weekend against Houston would free up snaps for some combination of Ryan Grant, Zach Pascal and Chester Rogers (groin).

Role on offense growing

Inman had three receptions for 40 yards on four targets in Sunday's 27-24 win over Miami.

Analysis: Inman's role in the offense continues to expand, as he played the second-most snaps (46) among the team's wide receivers in Week 12. Though his fantasy ceiling isn't especially high while working behind clear No. 1 wideout T.Y. Hilton, Inman has carved out modest utility of late with 17 receptions for 167 yards and a touchdown over his last four games.

Scores first touchdown as Colt

Inman caught four of six targets for 34 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 38-10 win over the Titans.

Analysis: Inman went up high in the back of the end zone for a seven-yard score late in the third quarter, holding on after a vicious hit from Titans corner Malcolm Butler. Inman, who was solid during his time with the Chargers, has looked good since signing with Indianapolis last month, with 14 catches on 17 targets in his past three games -- primarily as a possession option that possesses good size. Week 12 bring a Miami defense ranked in the middle of the league with 250 passing yards allowed per game.

Four receptions in Sunday's win

Inman had four receptions for 41 yards on four targets in Sunday's win over Jacksonville.

Analysis: Inman came off the bench after starting the past two games with Ryan Grant out. Inman played just 18 of the offense's 55 snaps after he played 42 and 58 snaps the previous two games, so he'll see less playing time with Grant back. However, Inman still was a significant part of the offense as he was tied for second on the team in targets.

Big part of offense in second start

Inman had six receptions for 52 yards on seven targets in Sunday's win at Oakland.

Analysis: Inman started at wide receiver for a second consecutive week, but this time he was a big factor as he likely learned the playbook more in his second week with the team. He played 48 of the offense's 78 snaps. He didn't have a target last week despite starting and playing 42 snaps. He could get less playing time if Ryan Grant is able to return from an ankle injury after the team's bye this week, but his performance shows he may keep a significant role in the offense.

Practices in full

Inman (neck) was a full participant during Thursday's practice.

Analysis: Inman was limited Wednesday with a neck injury he suffered in the team's Week 7 win over Buffalo. The injury appears to have been minor and isn't expected to limit his availability in Week 8 now that he's been able to practice in full.

Nursing neck injury

Inman was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a neck injury.

Analysis: Inman likely picked up the injury during his team debut against the Bills in Week 7, but his involvement in practice in any capacity three days later is a positive sign. More worrisome than Inman's health is the fact that he didn't log a single target in that contest, despite starting and playing 42 offensive snaps. He'll need to produce something in Sunday's game against the Raiders before generating meaningful interest in the fantasy realm.

No targets despite start at WR

Inman started at wide receiver opposite T.Y. Hilton, but did not have a reception or target in Sunday's win over Buffalo.

Analysis: Inman was a surprise starter after signing just a few days earlier, but the veteran got the nod after injuries to Marcus Johnson (ankle) and Ryan Grant (ankle). Inman played on 42 of the offense's 66 snaps, while Chester Rogers played on 36 snaps. Inman likely replaced Zach Pascal as the No. 4 receiver, but may not be much of a factor in the offense despite getting the nominal start with T.Y. Hilton back from injury and Grant potentially returning this week.

Gets start at WR

Inman will start at wide receiver on Sunday against Buffalo, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletinr reports.

Analysis: He's a surprise starter since he signed just this week, so he may not be on the field for too many plays even with ankle injuries to Marcus Johnson and Ryan Grant.

Signs with Indianapolis

Inman has signed a contract with the Colts, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: The Colts are thin at wide receiver with T.Y. Hilton missing the past two games with a hamstring injury, Marcus Johnson on injured reserve with a shoulder injury, and Ryan Grant hurting his ankle. It's possible Inman could be Indy's No. 3 receiver this week against Buffalo.

Inman is scheduled to visit with the Cowboys this week, Clarence Hill of The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Analysis: Inman had 810 yards for the Chargers in 2016 and generally has been efficient with his opportunities, catching 130 of 220 career targets (59.1 percent) for 1,797 yards (8.2 YPT) and eight touchdowns. It helps that most of those targets came from Philip Rivers, but the solid numbers should at least help Inman find work as a No. 4 receiver, which likely would be his calling in Dallas behind Dez Bryant, Terrance Williams and Cole Beasley. The 29-year-old is one of the better wideouts left on the…read more

Inman caught five passes for 94 yards in the Bears' Week 17 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season with 25 receptions for 343 yards and one touchdown in 12 games in stints with the Bears and Chargers.

Analysis: Inman had a hot start with the Bears after joining them in Week 10. He posted at least 64 yards in two of his first three games. However, he then had just 66 yards over his next four games before ending the season on a high note with 94 yards in the season finale. As an unrestricted free agent, it's almost certain that he'll latch on somewhere, and with an 810-yard season on his resume in 2016, if he lands in a good situation, he could be a player with a path to becoming a consistent fantasy…read more

Inman hauled in two of four targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 20-3 win over the Browns.

Analysis: As per usual, the Bears leaned on a run-heavy offensive attack, resulting in none of the team's pass catchers mustering more than six targets on the afternoon. After amassing 13 catches and 195 yards during a three-game span earlier in the second half of the season, Inman looked as though he had emerged as a legitimate No. 1 wideout for the Bears, but he's largely been invisible since. In the team's last four contests, Inman has been targeted a total of eight times, catching five balls for 45…read more

Inman caught one pass for five yards in Saturday's 20-10 loss to the Lions.

Analysis: Inman's only reception came when the Bears were inside Detroit's 10-yard line; on the next play, Mitchell Trubisky threw a pass in his direction in the end zone that was intercepted. After a strong start in his first four games of the team, he's posted just five yards over his last two games and will be very difficult to trust in the last two weeks of the fantasy season.

Inman failed to see a target in Sunday's 33-7 victory over the Bengals.

Analysis: Inman's easily been the Bears' most productive receiver in each of the previous four weeks, so it was shocking that he didn't have a single pass thrown in his direction when Mitchell Trubisky threw for 271 yards. After having averaged over seven targets in his first three games with the team, he's been targeted twice over his last two contests, and he now must be considered merely a dart throw as a fantasy option.

Inman caught two passes for 21 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 15-14 loss to the 49ers.

Analysis: With Mitchell Trubisky throwing just 15 passes, there wasn't much production to go around, but fortunately, Inman scored the only offensive touchdown of the day for the Bears. This was the first time in four games since coming to the Windy City that he's posted fewer than 43 yards, and he should continue to be a useful fantasy option, especially in games when the team is expected to play from behind.

Inman caught four of nine targets for 64 yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to Philadelphia.

Analysis: It was an ugly game for the Bears, but Inman walked away with three more targets than any other receiver and was the only Bear to have more than two catches. He has led Chicago in receiving yards in each of his three games with the squad -- the kind of attention he was not seeing in Los Angeles. The problem is, though, how valuable can a leading receiver be on a team that has averaged 162 yards per game passing under Mitchell Trubisky?

Inman (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Analysis: Despite being listed as questionable for the Week 12 clash, Inman never seemed in much jeopardy of missing the contest after turning in a full practice Friday. Since being acquired from the Chargers at the deadline, Inman has quickly established a rapport with quarterback Mitch Trubisky and emerged as the Bears' top wideout. He's registered nine catches for 131 yards on 13 targets in his two games with the club.

Inman (groin) was a full practice participant Friday but is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Philadelphia.

Analysis: Following limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, a return to full participation suggests Inman is on the right side of the questionable tag. The midseason trade acquisition has emerged as Mitchell Trubisky's favorite option, catching nine of 13 targets for 131 yards the past two weeks. The Eagles have been solid against the pass, but there's at least the potential for serious volume Sunday due to the Bears' status as heavy underdogs.

Inman was limited at Wednesday's practice with a groin injury.

Analysis: No injury was reported for Inman in the aftermath of Sunday's 27-24 loss to Detroit, but he apparently came out of the contest with some discomfort or soreness in his groin. Inman has led all Chicago wideouts in snap share the past two games, topping 84 percent in both contests while combining to catch nine of 13 targets for 131 yards. Assuming his injury isn't serious, Inman could stay busy in Week 12 against an Eagles team that often forces opponents to abandon the run game. It's still…read more

Inman snatched three of five targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 27-24 loss to Detroit.

Analysis: It was a modest game for Inman, but he's now two for two in leading Chicago in receiving yardage since joining the squad. Inman also ended the game second in both catches and targets. Chicago, with a rookie quarterback, is unlikely to light it up passing the ball at any point this season, but Inman already looks like one of the most dependable targets among the Bears' motley crew. Look for him to continue putting together solid production.