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Colts sign a free agent that spent time with the team in the past at a position that has been hit hard by injuries

The injuries piling up in the Indianapolis Colts' CB room have been disappointing. Four players previously expected to be starters or play key snaps are on the IR, and Kenny Moore II just recently returned to the field in Week 7 after missing the previous three games.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 20

Colts Reunite with Former Super Bowl Champion Cornerback

The Indianapolis Colts announced on Monday that they have signed cornerback David Long Jr. to the practice squad. Long spent nearly the entire 2024 season with the Colts after being signed to the practice squad last September.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 3

Colts Release DB David Long From IR With Settlement

Per the wire, the Colts are releasing DB David Long from injured reserve with a settlement. Long, 27, was a third-round pick by the Rams out of Michigan back in 2019.

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In NFL history, 32 players have rushed for 10,000 or more yards over the course of their careers. How many of the 32 can you name in five minutes?

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 31

Colts End Defender's Season, Sign Two Free Agents

Following recent injuries to their cornerback group, the Indianapolis Colts have made some roster moves. On Thursday, the team announced that they placed cornerback David Long Jr.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 31

Colts lose veteran cornerback to season-ending injury

The Indianapolis Colts have been busy making roster transactions over the last few days, and on Thursday, that trend continued as the team participates in its training camp for the upcoming 2025 NFL season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 17

Colts Sign Former Super Bowl-Winning Defender

The Indianapolis Colts are being quite deliberate about adding competition to their roster, but another underrated approach they're taking is to improve their special teams units.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 17

Colts Re-Signing CB David Long Jr.

James Boyd of The Athletic reports the Colts are re-signing CB David Long Jr. to a contract. Boyd adds the deal is just for the 2025 season. Long, 27, was a third-round pick by the Rams out of Michigan back in 2019.

Tennessee Titans News / Tennessee Titans on SI / December 26

Titans LB Woes Continue After Failed Physical

The Tennessee Titans have had trouble at the linebacker position all year long, and their injury woes are continuing. Team reporter Jim Wyatt is reporting that the team placed starting linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / December 24

Lions waive veteran linebacker, bring back receiver to practice squad

The Detroit Lions made two roster moves on Tuesday. The team announced it released veteran linebacker David Long and re-signed wide receiver/kick returner Maurice Alexander to its practice squad.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 2

David Long feels like a steal for the Lions, Dolphins reporter explains why he was also shocked Miami let him go and why he thinks it happened

The Detroit Lions are going through a lot of injuries right now and that is no doubt bad, but there is a tiny little good side to it. That good side is that it gives the Lions a chance to find those little diamonds in the rough.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Indianapolis Colts News / Miami Dolphins on SI / November 27

Long Takes Big Step with His New Team

David Long Jr. obviously has made a good early impression with his new team. Just nine days after signing with the Detroit Lions practice squad, the former Miami Dolphins linebacker was signed to the active roster.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 14, 2024

Monday Practice Report: Holland Update, Long List of Missing LBs

The Miami Dolphins were back at practice Monday following their bye, and safety Jevon Holland was there with his teammates but sporting a protective device on his left hand.

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Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 8, 2024

Colts Promote CB David Long Jr

The Indianapolis Colts announced they have promoted CB David Long Jr. from the practice squad to the active roster. They filled the opening on the practice squad by bringing back RB Trent Pennix. Long, 26, was a third-round pick by the Rams out of Michigan back in 2019.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5, 2024

Colts Announce Four Roster Moves

The Colts announced four roster moves on Saturday, including elevating RB Evan Hull and CB David Long Jr. to the active roster from the practice squad.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / September 28, 2024

The Colts added a player with starting experience ahead of Week 4 due to injuries piling up in the secondary

The Indianapolis Colts ruled starting cornerback Kenny Moore II out of Week 4 following Friday's practice. This means they will be without their top two CBs in Week 4, as Juju Brents is already on the injured reserve.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 28, 2024

Colts Elevating CB David Long Jr. & DT Adam Gotsis

Per Mike Chappell, the Colts are elevating CB David Long Jr. and DT Adam Gotsis for their matchup in Week 4. Long, 26, was a third-round pick by the Rams out of Michigan back in 2019.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 2, 2024

Colts Sign CB David Long Jr.

The Indianapolis Colts announced they have signed CB David Long Jr. to their practice squad. The following is an updated list of the Colts’ practice squad: QB Jason Bean LB Austin Ajiake LB Liam Anderson DE Genard Avery S Marcel Dabo (International) RB Evan Hull CB Chris Lammons WR D.J.

New York Giants News / Empire Sports Media / July 12, 2024

Giants’ underrated veteran free-agent CB signings could bolster the secondary

The New York Giants’ secondary is a young and inexperienced group. The average age of the Giants’ projected starting defensive backfield comes in at only 22.8 years old.

New York Giants News / NFL Analysis Network / July 11, 2024

New York Giants Likely To Pursue Move At This One Major Position

The New York Giants made a lot of changes during the 2024 NFL offseason to upgrade their roster. They lost some talent, such as running back Saquon Barkley and safety Xavier McKinney, but added a good amount as well.

New York Giants News / Empire Sports Media / May 5, 2024

Giants add cornerback depth, sign David Long Jr. to one-year deal

The New York Giants added another contributor to their defensive and special teams ranks earlier this week. According to Paul Schwartz of the New York Post, the Giants signed David Long Jr.