Colts Release Pittman, Sign Westbrook-Ikhine

0:00On March 28th, the Indianapolis Colts recently released wide receiver Michael Pittman, Jr., and signed Nick Westbrook Ickhine to a one-year deal worth, $1.2 million. This move opens up to Z receiver spot and adds depth to their receiving corps after a financially driven decision to part ways with Pittman. Pittman brought toughness, reliability, and strong contested catchability to the team, complementing running back Jonathan Taylor by keeping drives. Alive thing, however, injury slowed him down, reducing his explosiveness and yards after the catch, making him more of an average starter than a high value. Contract player, fans and analysts appreciate Pittman's locker room presence in injury grit, quality is tough to replicate. His red zone improvement was a plus, but the Colts see his production as replaceable on the open market. Westbrook Ickhine steps in with nine touchdowns last season, despite shaky quarterback play in Tennessee, shining in the red zone and showing, competitive toughness.

1:01He's smaller at six foot two and two eleven pounds, with a lower catch rate, but offers some burst off the line and solid run blocking. Expect the Colts to draft a wide receiver on day two to compete at that spot, using this low-risk signing for depth while building toward a bigger solution.