The Indianapolis Colts have officially signed wide receiver Devin Funchess, the team announced Thursday.
It was expected all along after the news was reported on Monday evening, but nothing was official until the beginning of the new league year. However, with the announcement, the signing is completed.
Funchess’ deal is a one-year contract worth $10 million with $3 million in incentives.
The Colts entered free agency with a massive need to add depth to the wide receiver position and while many expected them to pursue other names in the market, Funchess was the player that appealed to them the most when all factors were considered.
At the age of 24 years old, Funchess brings with him potential to be a solid WR2 opposite T.Y. Hilton. His large frame and route-running ability should allow him to thrive in Frank Reich’s offense. However, the Colts have some work to do in terms of getting Funchess to hit his potential.
There are still chances to add more depth to the room, but the signing of Funchess is now official as the team’s first acquisition in free agency.
