Worries for Jacksonville

Jacksonville looked impressive, especially on defense, in their 9-0 win over the Steelers last night. There's little question they'll be the toughest opponent the Colts have over the next month. But the biggest problems for the Colts are injuries, particularly to defensive end Dwight Freeney and kicker Adam Vinatieri.

Freeney took himself out of the Houston game with a leg injury and Vinatieri hurt his groin, adding to an already sore foot. Freeney, Vinatieri and wide receiver Brandon Stokley (ankle) are awaiting results from examinations before the Colts can decide whether they'll be available.

It'd be nice to have Stokley on the field, but Freeney and Vinatieri are of larger concern. Freeney's presence alters offensive game plans even when he doesn't make a tackle. As for Vinatieri, the Colts have no other field-goal kicker and the Jacksonville game could easily come down to three points.

Schemes and game plans are important the next few days, but the Colts' injury report could ultimately have the most significant impact on this Sunday's showdown.