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On Saturday, the Indianapolis Colts announced that they have activated cornerback Jaylon Jones off injured reserve and signed fellow cornerback Cameron Mitchell from the practice squad to the 53-man active roster.
The Colts also announced that they elevated defensive end Durell Nchami and wide receiver Laquon Treadwell from the practice squad to the active roster.
Indianapolis also waived linebacker Chad Muma and safety Trey Washington in corresponding roster moves.
Regarding Jones, he should be a welcome addition to the Colts secondary at outside cornerback—even if he finds himself on an initial pitch count against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Originally a 2023 7th round pick of the Colts, the 6’2”, 203 pound Jones has blossomed into a solid starting outside cornerback, who’s made 27 career starts in his first two seasons. Jones appeared in 1 game this season before re-aggravating his hamstring injury which limited him throughout this past training camp and preseason.
During all 17 starts for the Colts last season, Jones recorded 100 tackles (66 solo), 12 passes defensed, 2 interceptions, and a forced fumble. Per PFF, he earned a +67.4 overall grade.
Otherwise, Mitchell has appeared in 3 games for the Colts this season, recording 3 tackles.
Lastly, Nchami appeared in last weekend’s home blowout against the Tennessee Titans, recording 2 tackles (1 solo), while veteran wideout Laquon Treadwell appeared in 1 game during Week 7 against the Los Angeles Chargers previously. The former Minnesota Vikings first round pick has appeared in 3 games during two seasons in Indy.
