Germaine Pratt aiming to bring leadership, stability to defense in second go-around with Colts

The Indianapolis Colts have signed veteran linebacker Germaine Pratt to their practice squad, reuniting him with defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo. Pratt, who remained unsigned through the summer while volunteering as a coach at North Carolina State, aims to provide leadership and defensive stability during his second stint with Indianapolis.

Pratt previously started 12 games for the Colts in 2025, recording 101 tackles, after spending 2019 to 2024 under Anarumo with the Cincinnati Bengals. With starting linebacker Jaylon Carlies sidelined due to a ribs injury, head coach Shane Steichen praised Pratt's extensive NFL experience, though his status for Sunday against the Tennessee Titans remains unconfirmed.