March 7, 2026, 9:06 p.m. ET
Indianapolis Colts’ defensive end Samson Ebukam could have a free agent market developing.
With the NFL’s legal tampering period near, the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero named Ebukam as a “free agent to watch” as the edge rusher market develops.
Ebukam signed with the Colts as a free agent during the 2023 offseason. He then made 17 starts that year, logging 48 quarterback pressures — the second-most of his career — and 9.5 sacks.
Unfortunately, Ebukam would miss the 2024 season after suffering an Achilles injury during training camp.
This past year, he took on more of a rotational role at edge rusher, appearing in 14 games with one start. He recorded 23 pressures and three sacks.
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Early on in the offseason, GM Chris Ballard mentioned wanting to get younger and faster on defense. That could be a sign that the team won’t be re-signing Ebukam, who is nearing 31 years old.
Spotrac projects that Ebukam will sign a two-year deal in free agency, worth $5.81 million.
Addressing the edge rusher position will be a top priority for the Colts. More depth is needed with Ebukam, Kwity Paye, and Tyquan Lewis all set to be free agents, as is more pass-rush consistency from this unit.