Colts face key decision at defensive end ahead of minicamp
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:38 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts will hold mandatory minicamp from June 9-11, 2026, aiming to solidify their defensive end position. With roster turnover that included the departure of Kwity Paye, Tyquan Lewis, and Samson Ebukam, new signings Arden Key and Micheal Clemons will compete for the starting role opposite Laiatu Latu. The Colts' defensive front ranked 30th in pass rush win rate last season, highlighting the need for improved quarterback pressure. Evaluations during minicamp could shape the final roster before training camp later this summer.
- •Mandatory minicamp runs from June 9-11, 2026.
- •Kwity Paye, Tyquan Lewis, and Samson Ebukam are no longer with the team.
- •Arden Key and Micheal Clemons are among new additions at defensive end.
- •Jaylahn Tuimoloau and Key are in contention for a starting role.
- •Colts ranked 30th in pass rush win rate in 2025.
- 3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Big question facing Colts special teams unit heading into minicamp
- 10:38 AMYahoo Sports — Big question facing Colts linebacker position heading into minicamp
- 11:12 AMYahoo Sports — Big question facing Colts defensive tackle position heading into minicamp
- 9:59 AMYahoo Sports — Big question facing Colts defensive end position heading into minicamp
"As part of our minicamp preview, let's highlight the big question facing the Colts' defensive tackle position.
"As part of our minicamp preview, let's highlight the big question facing the Colts' defensive end position.
"As part of our minicamp preview, let's highlight the big question facing the Colts' linebacker position.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 3:48 PMBig question facing Colts special teams unit heading into minicamp
As part of our minicamp preview, let's highlight the big question facing the Colts' special teams unit.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 10:38 AMBig question facing Colts linebacker position heading into minicamp
As part of our minicamp preview, let's highlight the big question facing the Colts' linebacker position.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 11:12 AMBig question facing Colts defensive tackle position heading into minicamp
As part of our minicamp preview, let's highlight the big question facing the Colts' defensive tackle position.
- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 9:59 AMBig question facing Colts defensive end position heading into minicamp
As part of our minicamp preview, let's highlight the big question facing the Colts' defensive end position.
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