Andrew Luck is practicing this week but he's not a sure thing yet to start in Week 6 against the New England Patriots.

“Certainly took the next step,” Luck said. “Absolutely. Did more and more and felt better and better. I think on track. So yes, happy with how I responded.”

 

Luck is coming back from a shoulder injury.

A lot will depend on how effective Luck is throwing the ball in the remaining practices before the game. The Colts will practice Thursday and Friday, and then have a walk-through on Saturday.

“If he’s ready to go, we’ll put him out there,” Chuck Pagano said. “He’s a great communicator. We have great docs, great trainers. He’s headed in the (right) direction.”

Luck is 0-4 in his career against the Patriots.