The Indianapolis Colts have been thin at the safety position this offseason, but it seems they will be bringing in some depth as they are finalizing a deal to re-sign veteran Clayton Geathers.
An unrestricted free agent this offseason, Geathers was allowed to test the market, which he did with the Dallas Cowboys and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, it seems he’s returning to the team that drafted him in the fourth round of the 2015 NFL Draft.
The news was first reported by Joel A. Erickson of the Indianapolis Star and confirmed by Stephen Holder of The Athletic
There was always a high chance the Colts were going to bring Geathers back. Given their inactivity in the safety market and the massive need they have on the roster, the re-signing might be somewhat risky but necessary as well.
Geathers has been a solid producer for the Colts since he was drafted in 2015 and while his talents work nicely in the two-high scheme they run often, his injuries have kept him from reaching his potential.
In 12 games (12 starts) during the 2018 season, Geathers recorded 89 tackles (61 solo), three passes defended and one tackle for loss.
It should be noted nothing is official until the team announces it, but it seems Geathers is returning on a new deal.
