Overview

• Agent David Canter confirmed Monday that Howard agreed to a one-year contract reported at up to $5 million.
• Indianapolis turned to Howard to bolster a thinned cornerbacks group, with Kenny Moore II (knee) sidelined, rookie Justin Walley out for the season (torn ACL), and Jaylon Jones and JuJu Brents dealing with hamstring issues.
• Defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, who coached Howard in Miami, highlighted the cornerback’s ball skills and scheme familiarity as reasons he can help quickly.
• Howard, 32, last played in 2023 after a Lisfranc injury and a 2024 absence; he owns 29 career interceptions and twice led the NFL in picks.
• The team later confirmed the signing as part of roster moves that also placed rookie safety Hunter Wohler on injured reserve, underscoring broader secondary injuries.