Colts backup free agent running back plucked by Falcons this early offseason
The Colts look like they’ll have revamped backfield depth behind Jonathan Taylor for 2026.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - NOVEMBER 17: Tyler Goodson #31 of the Indianapolis Colts runs across the field during an NFL football game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on November 17, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Atlanta Falcons announced on Thursday that the team has signed former Indianapolis Colts running back Tyler Goodson to a deal in free agency: ATL signed! ✍️ @tgood1110 pic.
twitter. com/dOyXAyuBqb — Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) March 26, 2026 Originally signed as an undrafted free agent out of Iowa by the Green Bay Packers, the 25-year-old running back had spent the last three seasons in Indianapolis, having been initially signed to their practice squad in September of 2023 and subsequently, activated to their 53-man active roster. The 5,’9”, 197 pound running back had 54 total carries for 264 total rushing yards (4.
9 ypc. avg. ) and a rushing touchdown, as well as 19 receptions for 103 total receiving yards (5.
4 ypc. avg. ) and a touchdown reception during his 33 career games (1 start) with the Colts from 2023-25.