March 12, 2026, 3:45 p.m. ET
INDIANAPOLIS— The first few waves of free agency have created another glaring need for the Colts defense this offseason.
Indianapolis already needed an overhaul at defensive end and linebacker.
Now, the Colts need a safety. Starting strong safety Nick Cross left for a two-year deal in Washington on Wednesday, and the team’s top backup, Rodney Thomas II, is now signing with the Seahawks, a league source confirmed to IndyStar.
Thomas played 150 defensive snaps for Indianapolis last season, making 21 tackles while spending most of his time as an extra deep safety in three-safety packages.
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