The Indianapolis Colts have officially released quarterback Nick Foles, creating $2.1m of cap space in the process. Foles, who signed a two-year deal with the Colts last offseason, was expected to be released following Frank Reich’s firing in the 2022 season. He was kept on to make just two starts, during which he completed only 25 of 42 passes for 224 yards, zero touchdowns and four interceptions, with the Colts losing both games.
Foles has been a journeyman over the past few years, playing for six teams in his 11-year NFL career. He has completed 1,302 of 2,087 passes for 14,227 yards with 82 touchdowns and 47 interceptions. The 32-year-old quarterback has struggled with injuries in recent years, limiting his playing time in the league.
Many fans wonder where the veteran quarterback will end up next, with four potential landing spots including the Green Bay Packers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Washington Commanders, and Philadelphia Eagles, where Foles played his best ball, leading the Eagles to their only Super Bowl title. However, the Eagles currently have no need for Foles, with Jalen Hurts, Marcus Mariota, Tanner McKee, and Ian Book on the roster.
Foles’ release leaves the Colts with three quarterbacks on their depth chart: Jacob Eason, Gardner Minshew, and Sam Ehlinger. Ehlinger is entering his third season with the Colts after starring at Texas, and both he and Foles attended Westlake High School in Austin, Texas.
The move was expected and is the latest in the NFL’s offseason shuffle. The Colts have also made a flurry of other roster moves, signing seven draft picks and 15 undrafted rookies, and waiving a number of other players. These moves have significantly revamped the team’s roster and should result in a younger squad during their upcoming training camp.
Twitter users note that Foles’ career has been inconsistent, apart from two occasions where he shone. However, he would serve as a valuable resource for a younger quarterback looking to establish himself as a legitimate starter in the league. He would also be an ideal emergency quarterback given his experience.
In conclusion, Nick Foles’ release from the Indianapolis Colts marks the latest chapter in his journeyman career. Only time will tell where the veteran quarterback will end up next, but four potential landing spots include the Green Bay Packers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Washington Commanders, and Philadelphia Eagles. The Colts, on the other hand, have revamped their roster with a flurry of other moves, resulting in one of the youngest rosters in the NFL.
