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UCLA's Alex Johnson could rise up the Colts' cornerback depth chart
Injuries are part of football. No one wants to see them. They are always and invariably terrible. Yet, the harsh reality of pro football is that injuries can and do open up roster spots in the NFL preseason. UCLA football alumnus Alex Johnson watched one of his position-group teammates get hurt in the Indianapolis Colts' preseason game against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday. Colts Wire has more: "Unfortunately, other injuries occurred during this game. Bernhard Raimann did not suit up due to a presumed undisclosed injury. Braden Smith (groin), Blake Freeland (leg), Tyler Goodson (elbow), Johnathan Edwards (concussion), and Hunter Wohler (foot) all left the game as well." Before the game began, Colts Wire noted this about Alex Johnson and the Indianapolis cornerback room: "With Justin Walley out for the season, along with JuJu Brents and Jaylon Jones missing most of training camp with hamstring injuries, the starting cornerback spot opposite of Charvarius Ward remains up for grabs. Samuel Womack may be the favorite as of now, given his experience, but also squarely in that mix are Alex Johnson and Johnathan Edwards. Johnson would have an impressive showing against Baltimore in the preseason opener, which included allowing no receptions on two targets while coming away with an interception and a pass breakup." You can see that injuries have thinned out the Colts' secondary. More precisely, you can see that Johnathan Edwards, a direct competitor for a roster spot with Alex Johnson, got hurt versus the Packers. There is now more of an opportunity for the former UCLA Bruin to stick on the 53-man roster. There is only one preseason game left (next weekend), after which roster cuts will be made.
USA Today
30-05-2025
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Colts prioritized signing UDFA CB Johnathan Edwards, received most guaranteed money
Colts prioritized signing UDFA CB Johnathan Edwards, received most guaranteed money Signing undrafted rookie cornerback Johnathan Edwards out of Tulane was a clear priority for the Indianapolis Colts. Signing undrafted rookie cornerback Johnathan Edwards out of Tulane was a clear priority for the Indianapolis Colts based on the amount of guaranteed money they gave him. According to Over the Cap, Edwards received, in total, $280,000 guaranteed, with $30,000 of that coming as a signing bonus and the other $250,000 in guaranteed money. For some added context, the $72,500 that running back Ulysses Bentley received was the second-most among Colts' UDFAs, and only five of Indianapolis' UDFAs received more than $50,000 in guaranteed money. Edwards measures in at 6-01, weighs 201 pounds, and ran a 4.42-second 40 during the pre-draft process. Following three seasons at Indiana State, Edwards transferred and played the 2024 season at Tulane. At the FBS level, he allowed a completion rate of just 54% and only 8.6 yards per catch on 26 targets, according to PFF. Quarterbacks had a passer rating of just 66.3 when targeting him. Most of Edwards' snaps came as an outside corner, but he does have some nickel and box experience. "Head coach Jon Sumrall reported that Edwards is one of the fastest players on the team, if not the fastest," wrote Maddy Hudak of Tulane on SI. "Edwards had several standout moments chasing down explosive plays to save touchdowns last season." Edwards joins a reshaped Colts' cornerback room that now includes Charvarius Ward, Corey Ballentine, and Justin Walley, along with Kenny Moore, Jaylon Jones, JuJu Brents, and Sam Womack.
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10-05-2025
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Indianapolis Colts' 2025 UDFA profiles: Tulane CB Johnathan Edwards
In addition to their eight draft picks, the Indianapolis Colts have also signed 15 undrafted rookies after the 2025 NFL draft to add to their 91-man offseason roster. Just as we did with each of the eight draft selections, let's take a closer look at each of the Colts' UDFAs. Up next is Tulane cornerback Johnathan Edwards. Johnathan Edwards profile Height: 6-006 Weight: 201 40 time: 4.42 College profile Breaking down Indianapolis Colts' UDFA addition After three seasons playing at the FCS level with Indiana State, Edwards made the jump in 2024 to the FBS and joined Tulane. In many respects, even with the step up in competition, Edwards had a career year in what was more of a rotational role. For his college career, Edwards appeared in 45 games. Advertisement According to PFF, on 26 targets, he allowed a completion rate of just 54% and only 8.6 yards per catch. Quarterbacks had a passer rating of just 66.3 when targeting him. Most of Edwards' snaps came as an outside corner, but he does have some nickel and box experience. What's missing from Edwards' college resume is ball production. He didn't have any career interceptions, and over the last two seasons, he recorded just five pass breakups. At times, missed tackles were were a part of the equation as well. Edwards was a Senior Bowl participant this offseason. Insider info Maddy Hudak of Tulane on SI: "Head coach Jon Sumrall reported that Edwards is one of the fastest players on the team, if not the fastest. Edwards had several standout moments chasing down explosive plays to save touchdowns last season." Johnathan Edwards RAS card This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Indianapolis Colts' 2025 UDFA profiles: Tulane CB Johnathan Edwards
USA Today
10-05-2025
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Indianapolis Colts' 2025 UDFA profiles: Tulane CB Johnathan Edwards
Indianapolis Colts' 2025 UDFA profiles: Tulane CB Johnathan Edwards Let's take a closer look at each of the Colts' UDFAs. Up next is Tulane cornerback Johnathan Edwards. In addition to their eight draft picks, the Indianapolis Colts have also signed 15 undrafted rookies after the 2025 NFL draft to add to their 91-man offseason roster. Just as we did with each of the eight draft selections, let's take a closer look at each of the Colts' UDFAs. Up next is Tulane cornerback Johnathan Edwards. Johnathan Edwards profile Height: 6-006 Weight: 201 40 time: 4.42 College profile Breaking down Indianapolis Colts' UDFA addition After three seasons playing at the FCS level with Indiana State, Edwards made the jump in 2024 to the FBS and joined Tulane. In many respects, even with the step up in competition, Edwards had a career year in what was more of a rotational role. For his college career, Edwards appeared in 45 games. According to PFF, on 26 targets, he allowed a completion rate of just 54% and only 8.6 yards per catch. Quarterbacks had a passer rating of just 66.3 when targeting him. Most of Edwards' snaps came as an outside corner, but he does have some nickel and box experience. What's missing from Edwards' college resume is ball production. He didn't have any career interceptions, and over the last two seasons, he recorded just five pass breakups. At times, missed tackles were were a part of the equation as well. Edwards was a Senior Bowl participant this offseason. Insider info Maddy Hudak of Tulane on SI: "Head coach Jon Sumrall reported that Edwards is one of the fastest players on the team, if not the fastest. Edwards had several standout moments chasing down explosive plays to save touchdowns last season." Johnathan Edwards RAS card
