27 Darryl Roberts CB

Roberts recorded eleven total tackles and two passes defended during New York's 37-17 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Roberts had a busy day with Trumaine Johnson (quadriceps) sidelined, logging 100 percent of Gang Green's defensive snaps and serving as a fulltime starter. The fourth-year cornerback allowed a touchdown to Adam Thielen to begin the Week 7 contest, but bounced back as the game continued. Roberts mostly shadowed Stefon Diggs, and allowed the wideout only 33 receiving yards on eight catches. Roberts' strong performance could earn him an increased defensive role even when Johnson returns to the field.

Roberts will start at cornerback against the Colts on Sunday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.

The announcement isn't surprising, as starter Trumaine Johnson (quad) and fellow nickel/dime corner Buster Skrine (concussion) are both inactive. Roberts will start opposite Morris Claiborne, as Colts quarterback Andrew Luck will be without top wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (hamstring).

Roberts (hamstring) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Broncos, Darryl Slater of NJ.com reports.

Roberts was a limited participant Thursday but returned in full Friday to avoid the questionable tag. The 27-year-old should see an increased role against the Broncos with Trumaine Johnson (quadriceps) ruled out.