The Indianapolis Colts have signed cornerback to the 53-man roster from the practice squad and added running back to the practice squad.
Long Jr., standing 5-11 and weighing 196 pounds, was elevated to the active roster in Week 4 against Pittsburgh and Week 5 at Jacksonville, where he played.
He originally joined the Colts’ practice squad on September 2, 2024. Over his career, Long has played in 68 games (with 12 starts) for the Colts (2024), New York Giants (2024), Green Bay Packers (2023), Carolina Panthers (2023), Las Vegas Raiders (2023), and Los Angeles Rams (2019-22). He has recorded 94 tackles (81 solo), eight passes defensed, one interception, and two special teams stops. Long has also appeared in six playoff games (one start), registering 12 tackles (11 solo), one tackle for loss, one pass defensed, and one interception. He was drafted by the Rams in the third round (79th overall) of the 2019 NFL Draft from Michigan.
Pennix, who measures 6-2 and weighs 234 pounds, was on the Colts’ practice squad during Week 5 after being signed on October 1, 2024. He participated in the Colts’ offseason program and training camp. Originally signed as an undrafted free agent on May 9, 2024, Pennix played 54 career games (15 starts) at North Carolina State (2018-23), primarily as a tight end and running back. He recorded 55 receptions for 712 yards (12.9 average) and 11 touchdowns, along with 41 carries for 240 yards (5.9 average) and one touchdown. His last name is pronounced “penn-ICKS.”
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