The Indianapolis Colts have rebuffed trade interest and secured up-and-coming defensive lineman Adetomiwa Adebawore with a two-year, $35 million extension, keeping him through 2028. Adebawore, a 2023 fourth-round pick, signed the deal negotiated by agent Kenny Zuckerman, featuring a $13 million signing bonus and $22.5 million in new money through 2027. The 25-year-old enjoyed a breakout season, recording a team-high four sacks and a 23.3% pass rush win rate despite facing double-teams on 78.8% of his snaps.
This move underscores the Colts' shift toward the future following the firing of general manager Chris Ballard and the subsequent trades of Quenton Nelson and De Forest Buckner. While speculation persists regarding star running back Jonathan Taylor and receiver Josh Downs, Adebawore is viewed as a key building block for the franchise as they hunt for a new top executive.
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