Colts cornerback Justin Walley bounces back from injury at minicamp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 12:27 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Justin Walley has returned to practices at minicamp, showing promise after recovering from an ACL injury that cut his rookie season short. Selected in the third round of the 2025 NFL draft, Walley had been making an impression before the injury. With longtime starter Kenny Moore released, Walley is set to step into the starting nickel cornerback role. His familiarity with the playbook and recent performance have positioned him well as the Colts prepare for training camp. Defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo noted Walley's potential impact prior to his injury during a joint practice with Baltimore.
- •Justin Walley is recovering from an ACL injury sustained in 2025.
- •Colts selected Walley in the third round of the 2025 NFL draft.
- •Walley will take over as starting nickel cornerback this season.
- •Defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo praised Walley's skill set.
- •Walley participated in Colts' minicamp practices fully healthy.
- 12:27 PMYahoo Sports — Colts roster: strong start to offseason for CB Justin Walley
"With training camp off in the distance, we will be previewing each player on the Colts' 90-man roster. Up next is CB Justin Walley.
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