LB Matthew Adams
The rules of the protected practice squad aren’t all that clear. How many accrued seasons can they have? Is it limited to younger players only? What is the waiver process like?
Regardless, Adams may be considered because of the competition taking place at linebacker. With four spots locked up, the Colts will have three players competing for the final two spots in the linebacker room. That includes Adams, Zaire Franklin and 2020 sixth-round pick Jordan Glasgow.
Adams is listed here because the prediction is that Glasgow and Franklin take up the final two spots with Adams getting cut. But he’s proven to be a valuable depth piece and if the Colts see him as an essential member of the special teams unit, they may want to consider protecting him.