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Former Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt likes to poke at the team he used to play for, and that continued over the weekend. Pratt is highly skeptical that Cincinnati will add any impactful defensive tackles from this year's draft class.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 26

Ex-Bengals team captain throws his former team under the bus and isn't that far from the truth

Former Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt isn't too fond of his original team. Pratt, a team captain during his last year in Cincinnati before being released in the 2025 offseason, replied to a post on X/Twitter regarding Florida State defensive lineman Darrell Jackson Jr.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 28

The Good, Bad, & Ugly From Colts' Home Defeat to Jaguars

Six weeks ago, the Indianapolis Colts were sitting at 8-2 atop the AFC with seven games left to play. Indy only needed a few more victories to clinch their first playoff spot since 2020, but everything, and I mean everything, took a turn for the worse.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 28

Colts' Germaine Pratt Robs Jaguars of Go-Ahead Touchdown

The Indianapolis Colts took a three-point lead to the half against the Jacksonville Jaguars in their penultimate game of the 2025 season. The Colts are eliminated from playoff contention, but they ended the first half with a nice defensive highlight from linebacker Germaine Pratt.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / November 23

The Good, Bad, & Ugly From Colts' Late Collapse vs. Chiefs

If there weren't already concerns about if the Indianapolis Colts are for real, there are now. The Colts choked away an 11-point lead in the fourth quarter to the Kansas City Chiefs to walk away with their second loss in their last three games.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 10

New Colts Additions to Wear Jerseys of Franchise Legends

The Indianapolis Colts announced the signing of two players to the 53-man roster earlier this week: linebacker Germaine Pratt and kicker Michael Badgley.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 9

Germaine Pratt finds new home after Raiders release

Germaine Pratt’s latest stint on the unemployment line did not last long. On Wednesday, multiple sources reported that the veteran linebacker signed with the Indianapolis Colts.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / October 8

Pete Carroll Explains Decision To Release LB Germaine Pratt

Following the Las Vegas Raiders’ embarrassing blowout loss to the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, the team announced the release of linebacker Germaine Pratt, whom the team signed as a free agent this offseason.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 8

LB Germaine Pratt signs with Colts, reunites with DC

The Indianapolis Colts signed free agent Germaine Pratt to a contract on Wednesday and placed fellow linebacker Joe Bachie on injured reserve. Terms of the deal were not disclosed on Pratt, however NFL Network reported it was a one-year contract.

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / October 8

The Colts got a second chance to sign a player they were interested in this offseason, and they didn't make the same mistake

The Indianapolis Colts had a significant need at LB, given the poor play they had gotten from their second starting spot next to Zaire Franklin. The team was becoming desperate for some consistency from the position, as they had tried every healthy option on the roster in the role through the first five weeks.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8

Colts to sign veteran LB

The Colts are signing veteran linebacker Germaine Pratt to a one-year deal.

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NFL News / Stripe Hype / October 8

Lou Anarumo is ruthlessly stacking Colts defense with ex-Bengals stars

Former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo needs to chill out. He appears to be loving his new digs in Indianapolis for the AFC-LEADING COLTS .

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 8

Colts Add Potential Starting Linebacker With Anarumo Ties

The Indianapolis Colts have reportedly signed veteran linebacker Germaine Pratt to a one-year contract following his release from the Las Vegas Raiders, according to head coach Shane Steichen.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 8

Colts Signing LB Germaine Pratt

According to Tom Pelissero, the Colts have agreed to terms with LB Germaine Pratt on a one-year deal. Pelissero reports that Pratt had four other teams interested in him, but he wanted to be reunited with DC Lou Anarumo.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 8

Raiders send clear message with Germaine Pratt release

On Monday, the Raiders made the surprising decision to release linebacker Germaine Pratt four games into a one-year, $4.8 million deal. The decision came as a bit of a shock at first, given Pratt played 88 percent of defensive snaps in the Raiders’ first four games.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7

Raiders cut one of their starters after just 4 games

The Las Vegas Raiders have moved on from one of their defensive starters after he spent just four games with the team, and no one seems to know why. Veteran linebacker Germaine Pratt was released by Las Vegas on Monday.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / October 6

Raiders release offseason acquisition

The Germaine Pratt situation with the Las Vegas Raiders escalated far quicker than anticipated. During his press conference on Monday, Raiders head coach Pete Carroll announced that the team was releasing Pratt.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 1

Watch: Raiders LB Germaine Pratt Speaks Following Training Camp

HENDERSON, NV-- The Las Vegas Raiders signed linebacker Germaine Pratt during the offseason to help bolster their group of linebackers. Pete Carroll has liked what he has seen so far from Pratt.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / June 16

New Raiders LB Germaine Pratt Is No Stranger To Success Vs AFC West Clubs

This may be the first time Germaine Pratt has suited up for an AFC West club, but it’s far from the first time he’s played against the division–and fortunately for the Las Vegas Raiders, Pratt has had no shortage of success when doing so.

NFL News / Field Level Media / June 11

Reports: LB Germaine Pratt signs 1-year deal with Raiders

Free agent linebacker Germaine Pratt reportedly reached a one-year deal with the Las Vegas Raiders on Wednesday. Pratt agreed to a contract with $4.25 million plus $500,000 in playing time incentives, according to the NFL Network.

NFL News / The Raider Ramble / June 11

LB Germaine Pratt Quickly Finds A Home With Las Vegas Raiders

What do you do when your team’s linebacker core is in need of refinement? You waste no time striking a deal with six-year veteran and defensive captain Germaine Pratt, just as the Las Vegas Raiders did.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 11

Raiders Signing LB Germaine Pratt To One-Year Deal

Per Jordan Schultz, the Raiders are signing LB Germaine Pratt to a one-year deal worth $4.18 million. The Titans were one team potentially interested in Pratt, but he is now headed to Las Vegas after his release by the Bengals.