Former Colts Running Back Looking to Return

Hines played for the Colts for four and a half years (2018-2022), eventually getting traded to the Buffalo Bills for Zack Moss, where he finished his career. Hines was an electric player despite carrying the football only 306 times for 1,202 rushing yards (3.9 yards per carry).

His rushing metrics aren't incredible, but he had high-level skills as a receiver out of the backfield and a returner in the special teams game. While he did plenty of great things for Indy, he also carried that explosiveness to the Bills.

As a returner, Hines had 89 punt returns for 1,015 return yards and a duo of scores. He also made massive impacts in the kick return game, returning 32 for 817 return yards and another two touchdowns.

As a receiver, Hines was initially a serious threat out of the backfield, especially during his time with Indianapolis. Hines secured 235 catches for 1,725 receiving yards and seven touchdowns during his time with Indy, showing his abilities to be a true threat in the passing attack.

Hines has incredible potential to boost an offense's return game or running back pass-catching in their respective offense. There's an off-chance that the Colts regain interest in their former back, as he'd likely be the immediate best returner and pass-catching back on the roster, barring that he somehow isn't the same after his ACL injury.

Keep an eye on a potential Hines return to Indy, as Steichen can use all the talent possible for his offense to thrive in a critical year.

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