Overview

• Indianapolis released the hometown linebacker Tuesday to open a roster spot, and he is subject to waivers until Wednesday at 4 p.m.
• McGrone’s defensive usage fell from a career-high 22 snaps in the opener to none against the Rams, when veteran Chad Muma took those reps.
• He began the season splitting weak-side snaps with Joe Bachie, who has since secured the starting role.
• The 2021 fifth-round pick has primarily contributed on special teams, recording 13 career tackles, including two this season.
• The Colts signed Buddy Johnson off the Cowboys’ practice squad as the corresponding move, while McGrone could be a practice-squad candidate if unclaimed.