Buckner (foot) was a full practice participant Thursday.

Buckner (foot) didn't practice Wednesday.

Buckner had three total tackles, a sack and two QB hits in Sunday's loss at Houston.

The Colts activated Buckner (ankle) from injured reserve Saturday, in advance of Sunday's divisional matchup at Houston.

Bucker (ankle) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday.

Indianapolis designated Buckner (ankle) for return to practice from its injured reserve list Wednesday.

Coach Shane Steichen said Monday that he was "optimistic" about Buckner (ankle) returning to practice ahead of Week 8, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Head coach Shane Steichen told reporters Friday that he's optimistic Buckner's (ankle) 21-day practice window will open next week, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Buckner is no longer using crutches and was wearing a brace on his ankle Sunday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

The Colts placed Buckner (ankle) on injured reserve Tuesday.