The Indianapolis Colts are set to have star cornerback Charvarius Ward back from injury for their Week 12 matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs. By activating him off injured reserve, Ward is slated to return for the first time since Week 5.

The Colts announced the move on Saturday morning. They subsequently confirmed their release of reserve cornerback Cameron Mitchell in a corresponding move on X, formerly Twitter.

Ward has just 13 tackles, three passes defended and zero interceptions through four games in 2025. However, he has allowed an elite 71.6 passer rating on 160 coverage snaps, according to Pro Football Focus.

Mitchell started the 2025 season with the Cleveland Browns before signing with the Colts' practice squad, and was eventually promoted to the active roster after a plet

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