"Three Indianapolis Colts players did not practice Thursday. They were defensive end Dwight Freeney (ankle), cornerback Jerraud Powers (foot), and guard Ryan Lilja (back).

Freeney, a perennial All-Pro, has now not practiced since suffering a third degree low ankle sprain in the AFC championship game. His right ankle was wrapped in a tight black wrap/brace Thursday morning, and he said he did not expect he would be able to sprint or cut until Friday or Saturday."