The Indianapolis Colts signed offensive tackle Sam Tevi in free agency, the team announced Wednesday.
As the organization has come to life on the free-agent market, the Tevi signing was announced earlier this week. From our own Nick Melillo, who wrote the article that the Colts would be signing Tevi from free agency:
In 2020, Tevi stepped into the role of blindside protector for young rookie Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, starting 14 games at the position. Tevi also had one prior left tackle start as a rookie in place of then injured starter Russell Okung in 2017.
According to Pro Football Focus, Tevi graded out at a 52.9 overall last year, a grade nearly 10 points worse than struggling Colts reserve tackle Chaz Green. Needless to say, last season was a rough year for Tevi, and he’ll hope to bounce back with a much stronger supporting cast all around the line in Indianapolis.
This signing is a depth move, just as the Julie’n Davenport one would be—the Colts are expected to bring in Davenport soon. Needing depth and competition at the swing tackle position, Tevi is unlikely to be battling for the starting role.
Instead, the Colts are likely to select and offensive tackle with one of their first two picks in the 2021 NFL draft, especially considering how strong the class is viewed in this regard.
But now the Tevi signing is official, and the Colts have some depth and competition on the edge.
