Home / Sports / Wisconsin Safety Wohler Excels in Colts' Preseason Debut
Wisconsin Safety Wohler Excels in Colts' Preseason Debut
8 Aug
Summary
- Wohler records team-high 9 tackles in Colts' preseason loss
- Standout safety had 2 highlight interceptions in joint practices
- Wohler battling for roster spot, could be Colts' primary reserve
On August 8, 2025, former Wisconsin safety Hunter Wohler made a strong impression in his NFL preseason debut for the Indianapolis Colts. In the team's 24-16 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, Wohler recorded a team-high 9 tackles, 6 of them solo. This performance was a standout, as the next closest defender had only 6 tackles.
Wohler's impressive outing followed an equally strong week of joint practices against the Ravens. During those sessions, the rookie safety notched 2 highlight interceptions, including one off two-time MVP Lamar Jackson. This has elevated Wohler's standing as he battles for a roster spot with the Colts.
Currently, Wohler is listed as the backup safety on the team's first unofficial depth chart, behind starters Cam Bynum and Nick Cross. Continued strong play in the preseason could cement Wohler's place on the Colts' 53-man roster and potentially elevate him to the primary reserve option at the position.
Wohler is not the only former Wisconsin Badger set for a key role with the Colts this season. Offensive lineman Tanor Bortolini is the team's starting center, while all-world running back Jonathan Taylor is poised to lead the offense. This trio of Badgers will be back on the field on August 16 when the Colts take on the Green Bay Packers.
