The Colts are reportedly moving on from one of their 2024 draft picks, waiving defensive tackle Jonah Laulu, according to Joel Erickson of the Indy Star.
Although Laulu is a recent draft pick, this move doesn’t come as a huge surprise, given the depth of the Colts’ defensive tackle position.
Laulu joined a crowded position group with DeForest Buckner, Grover Stewart, and free agent signee Raekwon Davis at the top of the depth chart. We also saw the emergence this summer of second-year defender Adetomiwa Adebawore.
It’s possible that the Colts only roster four defensive tackles, especially when you consider that both Dayo Odeyingbo and Tyquan Lewis have the ability to play inside, bolstering the depth of that unit.
If the Colts do keep five, then Taven Bryan, a veteran pass rush presence, may be the favorite for that final spot.
I would guess that the Colts will want to get Laulu back on the practice squad, giving him a red-shirt-like year to develop. Coming out of the draft, what the Colts liked about Laulu’s game was his versatility and the athleticism he brings to the position.
Laulu played 74 defensive snaps in the Colts’ three preseason games, totaling four tackles and no pressures. He also played 11 special teams snaps.