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Colts Sign Veteran Cornerbacks as David Long Jr. Hits Injured Reserve

Tre Herndon and Duke Shelley bring NFL experience to fill immediate gaps in a cornerback corps weakened by training camp injuries.

Aug 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Tre Herndon (23) warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Jan 5, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts tight end Kylen Granson (83) and Indianapolis Colts cornerback David Long Jr. (34) leave the field after defeating the Jacksonville Jaguars 26-23 in overtime at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christine Tannous/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Indianapolis signed Tre Herndon and Duke Shelley to provide veteran cover for injured starters in its secondary.
  • David Long Jr. was placed on injured reserve after suffering a groin injury during training camp.
  • The Colts released tight end Albert Okwuegbunam Jr. to clear a roster spot for new acquisitions.
  • Hamstring injuries to Jaylon Jones and JuJu Brents have intensified concerns over cornerback depth.
  • Both newcomers have prior experience with defensive backs coach Jerome Henderson from their time with the Giants.