Colts Promote Austin Ajiake to 53-Man Roster, Add Jimmy Morrissey to Practice Squad
The transactions reflect early-season depth management with an emphasis on special teams contributions.
Overview
- Ajiake was elevated for the Week 1 win over Miami and recorded two special-teams tackles.
- The UNLV product entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2023 and has spent time with the Colts, Packers, Raiders, and in Broncos camp.
- Morrissey joins the practice squad in the slot opened by Ajiake’s promotion, providing interior line depth.
- A 2021 seventh-round pick out of Pittsburgh, Morrissey has appeared in 14 career games with four starts for the Texans and has also been with the Giants and Raiders.
- Local reporting notes Shane Steichen reported no new injuries, suggesting the moves are geared toward special teams and reserve depth.