Sit ’em: T.Y. Hilton, WR, Indianapolis Colts
Hilton missed practice with the Colts all week while he attempts to bounce back from a knee bruise that was first thought to be more severe. He did practice on Saturday, leading head coach Chuck Pagano to say he was “optimistic” the speedster could play on Monday night against the Jets.
Still, this isn’t an ideal matchup for a receiver with a gimpy knee. The Jets, even without Cromartie, who may or may not play, still feature a dynamic defense that should apply pressure on Andrew Luck all game long.
Even when he is fully healthy, he’s a guy who can go cold at times. During the 2014 season, Hilton caught three passes or less four times and was held without a score in nine contests. Call it a hunch, but he should be benched this week unless you really don’t have any better options.