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Colts sign Mecole Hardman and Thomas Morstead to practice squad

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Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Colts sign Mecole Hardman and Thomas Morstead to practice squad
Summary

The Indianapolis Colts have signed wide receiver Mecole Hardman and punter Thomas Morstead to their practice squad as of October 20, 2026. This move follows the firing of General Manager Chris Ballard earlier in the week. Hardman, a former three-time Super Bowl champion, most recently played for the Bills but was released during roster cuts. Morstead is joining the team after punter Rigoberto Sanchez exited the recent loss to the Titans due to a foot injury. The Colts are set to face the Vikings in Week 7.

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Status Watch
  • •Colts added Hardman and Morstead to the practice squad.
  • •Colts fired GM Chris Ballard earlier this week.
  • •Hardman was released from the Bills after training camp.
  • •Morstead joins after Sanchez's injury in the last game.
  • •Colts play the Vikings in Week 7.
Latest Updates
  • 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl hero signs with Indianapolis Colts
  • 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Colts add WR Mecole Hardman, P Thomas Morstead to practice squad
What they're saying
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After firing General Manager Chris Ballard on Monday, the Colts have added a couple of depth pieces to their greater roster.

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Ex-Kansas City Chiefs WR Mecole Hardman signed with the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad on October 20, 2026.

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