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Can Jelani Woods still be an impact player? If you’re just a casual Indianapolis Colts fan, you probably forgot about him. Then again, you might not even know who he is.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / May 4

A pair of former Indianapolis Colts' day two draft picks are in serious jeopardy of not making the team's 2025 53-man roster

The Indianapolis Colts made a handful of big moves to upgrade their roster and coaching staff this offseason. As a result, a pair of former Colts day two draft picks are likely looking over their shoulder heading into training camp.

Colts draft TE Tyler Warren at No. 14

Without needing to trade up, the Colts have landed a prospect they have long been connected to. Indianapolis has selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / April 13

Should the Colts Move On From This Potential Impact Player?

Jelani Woods has the best upside out of the Indianapolis Colts current tight ends. Listed at 6-7 and 252 lbs, and 34-inch arms, the stature to be a force on offense is there.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / February 25

Colts Receive Encouraging News on Jelani Woods

The Indianapolis Colts need desperate help for their tight end room after such an underwhelming season, which consists of Mo Alie-Cox (free agent), Kylen Granson (free agent), Drew Ogletree, and Will Mallory.

Indianapolis Colts News / Stampede Blue / September 3

Crucial injuries could loom large in Colts home opener

The Colts have a few key players hurt coming into 2024. Injuries are part of the game. In any sport, they are unavoidable, but in a game like football where contact is key, they tend to pop up much more frequently.

Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / September 1

Can This Colts Pass-Catcher Still Have a Solid Career?

A lingering hamstring issue kept Jelani Woods sidelined for the entire 2023 campaign. Sadly, he is also expected to miss this season due to a toe injury.

Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / September 1

The Most Intriguing Unit on the Indianapolis Colts Roster

The Indianapolis Colts announced their initial 53-man roster for the 2024 NFL season. With so much intrigue surrounding this young team, there is one unit that will be intriguing to watch develop throughout the year.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27

Colts place promising pass-catcher on IR, trim roster to 53

The Colts have gotten down to the 53 players who will start the year on the active roster.

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / August 27

Indianapolis Colts TE Jelani Woods' NFL career hit another bump in the road with his most recent injury

The rough start to Jelani Woods' young NFL career continues. With the third-year Indianapolis Colts tight end being placed on the season-ending IR. The Colts drafted Woods with the 73rd pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27

Colts to place DE on IR with late-season return in play

The Colts will take advantage of the NFL’s new IR rule, but the player they will have in mind for a return is rather interesting.

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / August 23

Colts tight end Jelani Woods will be sidelined for a significant amount of time thanks to his most recent injury

News broke Tuesday that Indianapolis Colts tight end Jelani Woods' recent toe injury would require surgery. The initial report said he would be out indefinitely, but there is now a timeline for his recovery.

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Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 23

Colts TE Jelani Woods Out Four Months After Undergoing Turf Toe Surgery

According to Jordan Schultz, Colts TE Jelani Woods underwent turf toe surgery on Friday and is expected to miss around four months as he recovers. Schultz adds Indianapolis is hopeful Woods can return in late December around Christmas in time for their push for a playoff position. He will likely be placed on injured reserve in the near future.

Indianapolis Colts News / Total Apex Sports / August 22

Jelani Woods Out Indefinitely After Turf Toe Surgery

Third-year Tight End Jelani Woods had to leave the Indianapolis Colts’ Week 2 preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals because of a foot injury. During the game, Head Coach Shane Steichen mentioned they didn’t think Woods would be out for long.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 22

AFC Notes: Will Levis, Jelani Woods, Colts, Texans, Titans

According to Joel Erickson, Colts TE Jelani Woods is expected to undergo surgery on his turf toe injury. Ian Rapoport confirmed Woods is expected to have

Indianapolis Colts News / Stampede Blue / August 22

Colts’ Jelani Woods continues his unfortunate injury trend into 2024

Another year, another injury for the big man. Jelani Woods is a behemoth. At 6 feet, 7 inches and 250 pounds, Woods is a force to be reckoned with as he runs down the middle of the field at defenders.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / August 20

Colts TE dealing with another long-term injury

The former third-round pick’s career has drifted off track, and another setback has emerged.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / July 29

AFC: One potential fast riser on every team's depth chart

Yardbarker NFL writers identify one potential fast riser on the depth chart for all 16 AFC teams.

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Colts TE Jelani Woods could be a fantasy football star in 2024

The Indianapolis Colts' roster is full of young offensive weapons, and if any can break out this season, it could do wonders for their offense. Pro Football Focus' Jon Macri shared three candidates that could be breakout performers in fantasy football at the TE position.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 6

AFC Notes: Evan Engram, Jelani Woods, Colts, Jaguars, Titans

Colts TE Jelani Woods said he’s feeling better and is excited to get back on the field. “Actually, to be honest, I feel better, really,” Woods said, via Colts Wire.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / May 31, 2024

Colts' Jelani Woods Out to Prove He Can Be 'Pivotal Point' in Offense

Although the 2022 season for the Indianapolis Colts was disastrous on multiple levels, there were a few bright spots that the organization could build on.

Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / December 17, 2023

This Indianapolis Colts Player Could Become an Impact Player

If you’re not a huge Indianapolis Colts fan, you might’ve forgotten all about Jelani Woods. The second-year tight end has yet to appear in a regular season game this year.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / May 26, 2023

Indianapolis Colts stock up, stock down

After revamping the quarterback position and quietly landing one of the best draft classes in 2023, the Indianapolis Colts should be improved after finishing 4-12-1 last season.

Colts HC believes Anthony Richardson has great mentor on team

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 20, 2023

Four second-year NFL breakout candidates

Whether it's injuries or opportunities, uncontrollable circumstances can often hold back young NFL athletes from dominating in their rookie seasons. As situations develop over the offseason and players continue to progress and get healthy, the second year of a players' career provides new opportunities for players to emerge as contributors in the NFL.

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'It’d hardly be a shocker' for Jaguars to trade former first-round pick

Dolphins hoping to hold steady at tight end after losing starter in free agency

Pittsburgh GM on LB Alex Highsmith: 'He's a Steeler'