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With training camp for the Indianapolis Colts getting closer, which players should be on our radars as these practices and preseason games unfold?
As part of our training camp preview, we'll be highlighting one player from each position group to keep your eyes on. In some instances, it may be one of the Colts' top players that we'll be watching closely, or it could be a player fighting for playing time or a roster spot.
Up next is the defensive end position.
The starting spot opposite of Laiatu Latu is up for grabs, and competing for those snaps will be Tuimoloau and Arden Key.
A second-round pick by the Colts in the 2025 NFL draft, Tuimoloau's role as a rookie was relatively small. He played just 215 total defensive snaps the entire season, according to PFF.
The experience gained last season, along with having a full offseason to work on his craft while continuing to immerse himself in Lou Anarumo's defense, can all provide Tuimoloau with a jumping-off point, however, as he heads into Year 2.
"He's a long athlete," said defensive line coach Marion Hobby, via Locked on Colts. "He's got quickness, but he's got all the natural ability that you want. Just seeing him fine-tune his game is the key to the drills. He's got to feel comfortable playing, and that's probably the thing from last year, I saw him, he didn't look very comfortable sometimes. But him getting comfortable playing, but long, got good weight."
Having a more consistent pass rush presence around Latu this season is a must. As a collective unit in 2025, the Colts ranked 30th in ESPN's pass rush win rate metric.
Key has produced at a steady level during his career, but hasn't had the high-end production and has often filled a rotational role. Tuimoloau has the higher ceiling, but whether or not that potential is recognized remains to be seen.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts' second year defender player to watch once training camp begins
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As part of our training camp preview, we'll be highlighting one player from each position group to keep your eyes on. In some instances, it may be one of the Colts' top players that we'll be watching closely, or it could be a player fighting for playing time or a roster spot.
Up next is the defensive end position.
Colts defensive end to watch during training camp: Jaylahn Tuimoloau
The starting spot opposite of Laiatu Latu is up for grabs, and competing for those snaps will be Tuimoloau and Arden Key.
A second-round pick by the Colts in the 2025 NFL draft, Tuimoloau's role as a rookie was relatively small. He played just 215 total defensive snaps the entire season, according to PFF.
The experience gained last season, along with having a full offseason to work on his craft while continuing to immerse himself in Lou Anarumo's defense, can all provide Tuimoloau with a jumping-off point, however, as he heads into Year 2.
"He's a long athlete," said defensive line coach Marion Hobby, via Locked on Colts. "He's got quickness, but he's got all the natural ability that you want. Just seeing him fine-tune his game is the key to the drills. He's got to feel comfortable playing, and that's probably the thing from last year, I saw him, he didn't look very comfortable sometimes. But him getting comfortable playing, but long, got good weight."
Having a more consistent pass rush presence around Latu this season is a must. As a collective unit in 2025, the Colts ranked 30th in ESPN's pass rush win rate metric.
Key has produced at a steady level during his career, but hasn't had the high-end production and has often filled a rotational role. Tuimoloau has the higher ceiling, but whether or not that potential is recognized remains to be seen.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Colts' second year defender player to watch once training camp begins
Continue reading...
