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Colts Add Key Defensive Depth for Broncos Clash

The Indianapolis Colts are adding defensive talent to their roster ahead of a critical matchup with the Denver Broncos.

Drake Wally

Sep 15, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; General view of an Indianapolis Colts helmet during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Sep 15, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; General view of an Indianapolis Colts helmet during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images / Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
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The Indianapolis Colts have signed defensive tackle Pheldarius Payne and placed fellow defender Tristyn Hill on the Practice Squad Injured list.

Hill is a six-year veteran with stints with the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, and Arizona Cardinals. The Colts signed the undrafted rookie out of Virginia Tech, Payne, to replace Hill. With college experience with the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Hokies, Payne brings possible depth to a key position.

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During his college years, Payne tallied 71 tackles (15 for loss), 7.0 sacks, three passes defended, and a forced fumble in 31 career appearances. While this is merely a practice squad signing and won't generate much buzz, these types of acquisitions sometime pay off when done right, especially with teams that have injury issues like the Colts have in 2024.

Indianapolis is entering Week 15 against the Denver Broncos at 8-5. Fans at Mile High won't make it easy on Anthony Richardson or Shane Steichen's squad. However, that can't stop the Colts, who can't afford to lose such a massive game if they want their playoff dreams to remain afloat.

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Drake Wally
DRAKE WALLY

Drake Wally covers the Indianapolis Colts at Horseshoe Huddle and co-hosts the Horseshoe Huddle Podcast.  

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