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Colts ink deals with five draft picks and seven undrafted free agents

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May 10, 2024

The Colts signed five of their draftees on Thursday, as announced by the team. The signed players include first-round defensive end Laiatu Latu, fifth-round linebacker Jaylon Carlies, fifth-round cornerback Jaylin Simpson, sixth-round cornerback Micah Abraham, and seventh-round defensive tackle Jonah Laulu. With these signings, these players are now under contract with the team.

Laulu, who was the 15th overall selection, had a successful college career appearing in 37 games at UCLA (2022-23) and Washington (2019-21). Throughout his college career, he amassed 101 tackles, 35.5 tackles for loss, 24 sacks, five forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, six passes defensed, and two interceptions.

In addition to the draftees, the Colts also signed seven undrafted free agents. These players include quarterback/wide receiver Jason Bean, running back Trent Pennix, kicker Spencer Shrader, quarterback Kedon Slovis, guard Dalton Tucker, wide receiver Xavier White, and linebacker Craig Young. All of these players will be joining the draftees at the rookie minicamp.

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