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Colts' Roster Surprise: Offseason Additions Cut?
23 Jul
Summary
- Seventh-round pick Deion Burks was notably absent from a projected 53-man roster.
- Laquon Treadwell's NFL experience may edge out Burks for a roster spot.
- Safety Juanyeh Thomas also did not make the predicted roster, with Owens having an edge.
With training camp imminent, a projected 53-man roster for the Indianapolis Colts has surfaced, notably excluding two recent offseason additions. At wide receiver, seventh-round pick Deion Burks was left off the predicted list, despite his speed and versatility. Veteran Laquon Treadwell, with his NFL experience and familiarity with the offensive scheme, is seen as potentially making a greater early impact and contributing more to special teams.
This decision presents a gamble, potentially prioritizing short-term contributions over long-term upside, as there is a risk another team could claim Burks if he is not re-signed to the practice squad. In the secondary, safety Juanyeh Thomas, signed in free agency, also failed to make the projected roster.
The Colts are predicted to keep only four safeties. Playing time for Thomas could be limited, with other players favored for starting roles. If a decision comes down to special teams performance between Thomas and Jonathan Owens, Owens' greater experience may give him the edge.
