Title: Former Steelers Wide Receiver James Washington Joins Colts after Being Cut by Saints
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The New Orleans Saints made headlines earlier this week when they cut veteran wide receiver James Washington from their roster. However, it did not take long for Washington to bounce back, as the Indianapolis Colts announced on Friday that they have signed the talented wideout.
Washington’s signing comes as a much-needed boost to the Colts’ receiving corps, which has been hit by injuries and depth concerns. The team also made some other roster moves, placing defensive end Genard Avery on injured reserve due to a knee injury. Avery is expected to miss the entire season. Additionally, the Colts waived/injured receiver Malik Turner, who will revert to their injured reserve list if he clears waivers.
Prior to signing with the Colts, Washington spent four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team selected him as a second-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. During his time in Pittsburgh, Washington showcased his skills, accumulating 114 receptions for 1,629 yards and 11 touchdowns.
In 2022, Washington signed with the Dallas Cowboys as a free agent. However, his time with the Cowboys was marred by injury as he broke his foot early in training camp. He made a brief return later in the season but failed to record any catches in the two games he played. As a result, the Cowboys ultimately decided to release him.
Before the postseason, Washington then signed with the New York Giants. Unfortunately, he did not see any playing time during his tenure with the team.
Now, with his new opportunity with the Colts, Washington has a chance to reignite his career and make a significant impact on the field. The Colts hope that his previous success and experience will provide a valuable addition to their offense as they strive to compete in the upcoming season.
Washington’s signing is an important move for a Colts team looking to solidify their receiving corps and provide more weapons for quarterback Carson Wentz. With training camp underway, Washington will have the opportunity to acclimate to his new team and work towards earning a significant role in the Colts’ offense.
Colts fans will eagerly await Washington’s debut in the blue and white and hope that he can recapture his previous form with the Steelers. Only time will tell if this signing will prove to be a successful addition to the team’s roster or if the challenges faced by Washington in recent seasons will continue to hinder his progress on the field.