Colts Sign Familiar Faces for Defense

0:00On March 26, the Indianapolis Colts recently signed linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaether and cornerback Cam Taylor-Brit to bolster their defense. Both players share a strong history with the team's new defensive coordinator, Lu and Arumo, from their time together with the Cincinnati Bengals. Davis-Gaether joined the Bengals as a fourth-round pick in the 2020 draft and spent five seasons there before moving to the Arizona Cardinals. Last year, there he started 13 of 17 games, posting career highs with 117 tackles and five passes defenced. Taylor-Brit came in as a second-rounder in 2022 and played four seasons in Cincinnati, starting 40 games with 38 passes, defense and seven interceptions. Players like these two are thrilled to reunite with Arumo, citing their tight bond and comfort in his system. Davis-Gaether often filled versatile roles as a third linebacker, ready to step up anywhere needed. Taylor-Brit thrived in a physical, man-to-man style that matches and Arumo's preferences.

1:04Now with the Colts, Davis-Gaether steps in as the most experienced linebacker on a roster with just two returners, giving him a real shot at a starting spot. Taylor-Brit joins a stacked cornerback group, including top talents, aiming to fill a key gap in the secondary. These moves bring familiarity and proven production right away, setting up the Colts defense for a stronger push this season.