NFL analyst evaluates Indianapolis Colts defensive end George Gumbs Jr

Indianapolis Colts rookie defensive end George Gumbs Jr. received a C- grade from NFL.com analyst Chad Reuter for his performance in the preseason finale against the Detroit Lions. While Gumbs recorded a strip-sack and recovered a fumble against Lions quarterback Luke Altmyer, the evaluation cited inconsistency in his play. Reuter noted that Gumbs lost containment on multiple occasions, allowing cutback runs of 17 and 22 yards. The rookie was also penalized for illegal use of hands during the contest. Despite the mixed review for the preseason finale, the Colts included the fifth-round pick on their initial 53-man roster. Gumbs joins Caden Curry as the rookie edge defenders retained by the team for the upcoming season. The finale highlighted both the disruptive capabilities and the technical areas that require further development for the first-year player.

• 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Analyst grades Colts' DE George Gumbs' preseason performance in finale