After taking their first loss on the field last week, the Indianapolis Colts absorbed one off the field ahead of a Sunday home game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Indianapolis (3-1) found out Wednesday night that cornerback Xavien Howard, who started the team's first four games, is retiring.

Howard was a two-time All-Pro from 2016-23 with Miami, twice leading the league in interceptions. However, he struggled with the Colts in a close win over the Denver Broncos in Week 2 and in a 27-20 road defeat against the Los Angeles Rams last week.

Howard permitted five catches to Puka Nacua for 71 yards and four first downs, plus a game-tying touchdown.

"I've had a hell of a career and even though it's ending in a unique way, I'm cool with that," Howard said on social media. "Because for once, I

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