Colts Release Versatile Veteran Jack Anderson
On the final day of mandatory minicamp, the Indianapolis Colts freed up a roster spot by releasing a versatile veteran. The Colts released offensive lineman Jack Anderson on Thursday. A seventh-round pick by the Buffalo Bills in 2021, Anderson also spent time with the Philadelphia Eagles and the New York Giants before signing with the Colts’ practice squad last season.
Anderson was signed to a one-year contract extension in March, but the Colts have decided to move on after the dust of mandatory minicamp settled. Although Anderson has experience at both guard spots and center, he played no offensive snaps for the Colts in 2023.
The Colts’ decision likely stems from the additions of rookies Matt Goncalves and Tanor Bortolini in the draft, which bolstered the depth of the offensive line. Both Goncalves and Bortolini have the ability to play guard, and other depth pieces on the roster, like Danny Pinter and Wesley French, have experience at center.
This move frees up a roster spot for the Colts as they begin a two-month break from organized team activities before training camp opens in late July. The timing means an immediate corresponding move does not necessarily need to come. The Colts can take some time to weigh their options before deciding who they will add to the team.
