Former Dolphins 4-time Pro Bowl CB joins the Colts
Howard, 32, earned four trips to the Pro Bowl and First Team All-Pro honors in his eight seasons with the Dolphins. But the veteran's tenure ended with a couple of underwhelming seasons, including his 2023 campaign that was cut short by a foot injury. The Dolphins released Howard in March 2024, saving $18.5 million in cap space in the process.
The cornerback also ruled out any chance of a reunion with the Dolphins. "That door is closed," Howard said.
Not long after Howard and the Dolphins parted ways, reports surfaced that he was facing a revenge porn lawsuit for allegedly sending a boy sexually explicit images of his mother. That lawsuit is still pending.
Howard appeared in 100 games over his eight years with the Dolphins and recorded 29 interceptions, four forced fumbles, and two sacks. Miami is set to face the Colts in Week 1 of the 2025 season.
This article originally appeared on Dolphins Wire: Former Dolphins 4-time Pro Bowl CB Xavien Howard joins the Colts
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