Colts sign Buddy Johnson off the Cowboys practice squad, adding linebacker depth behind Zaire Franklin. Johnson brings elite athleticism (6'2", 240 lb; RAS 9.22) and has logged special-teams work, offering a viable rotational option for Indianapolis as they evaluate their LB corps.

With Jaylon Carlies’ ankle rehab and an uncertain return timeline, Indianapolis is stacking depth rather than forcing a quick fix. Johnson’s versatility and pro experience across multiple teams give the Colts a low-risk, potentially high-reward depth piece who could step in as needed and help on special teams while the coaching staff sorts out week-to-week duties.

Keep monitoring how he acclimates to the Colts’ scheme and whether additional LB bodies are added as the season progresses.

Mizzou’s NFL alumni show a broad spectrum across the league, from steady role players to breakout flashes. Armand Membou anchors the Jets’ offense with a 74.3 PFF grade on 180 snaps, while Luther Burden III flashed a big Week 3 line and a 74.7 grade on limited work. Several scatter for reps or deal with injuries, but the depth is rich for DFS and deeper leagues as roles evolve.

Arizona’s Darius Robinson and Cleveland’s Isaiah McGuire stand out for their respective defenses, with Robinson grabbing a sack and McGuire grading well against the run. Denver’s Tyler Badie and Green Bay’s Ty’Ron Hopper hint at longer-term upside if usage shifts occur. The mix of injuries, development, and coaching notes creates a dynamic map for fantasy managers to navigate in coming weeks.

Colts trim to 53 ahead of the Tuesday 4 p.m. ET deadline, moving from 91 players while designating Jaylon Carlies to return from IR. They released and waived a wide mix of veterans and depth pieces, then set up for free-agent pickups and a 16-man practice squad built largely from their own waived players. Fantasy players should watch for shifts at tight end, linebacker, and wide receiver as the Colts retool their upside bets.

Key Young Colts targets to monitor include Jelani Woods stepping into a larger tight-end role behind Hayden Hurst if the offense leans heavier on two-TE sets, and lurking depth options like Ajou Ajou, Austin Ajiake, and Ulysses Bentley IV on the RB/WR mix. These adjustments will influence Week 1 allocations and sneaky streamer opportunities.