The Indianapolis Colts have added a former All-Pro defensive back with just a couple weeks remaining until the start of the regular season. Xavien Howard, the former Miami Dolphins cornerback, has signed a contract with the Colts.
The deal could be worth up to $5 million according to Tom Pelissero. The move was first announced in social media post by Howard's agent.
Reunited and it feels so good. Congratulations to @aurasportsgroup client @Iamxavienhoward on signing with @Colts pic.twitter.com/xDg9wAPaGE
— David Canter (@davidcanter) August 18, 2025
The Dolphins took Howard in the second round of the 2016 NFL draft out of Baylor. He played his first eight years in Miami where he made four Pro Bowls and was first-team All-Pro in 2020 and second-team in 2018. He has twice led the NFL in interceptions, including 10 when he finished third in defensive player of the year voting in '20.
The Dolphins cut Howard after the 2023 season for salary cap reasons and he went unsigned in 2024. Howard was looking for the "right opportunity" last year and did not find it, reportedly turning down an offer from the Cincinnati Bengals last November.
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