Colts elevate former Bengals LB Germaine Pratt for Week 7 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts have elevated former Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt from the practice squad for their game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Pratt, who returned to the Colts on October 13, previously played under defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo in Cincinnati. He had a strong 2025 season with 101 tackles, an interception, and a forced fumble after initially joining the Colts following his release from the Raiders. His familiarity with Anarumo's system likely influenced his return to the roster.
- •Pratt joins the Colts after a successful 2025 season.
- •He has familiarity with defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo.
- •Pratt was initially signed by the Colts in October 2025.
- •He recorded 101 tackles, an interception, and a forced fumble last season.
- •The game against the Vikings is set for Sunday.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Former Bengals LB Germaine Pratt gets Colts call-up ahead of Week 7
"Former Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt gets another opportunity with the Colts after Indianapolis elevated him for Sunday's game against Minnesota.
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