The Indianapolis Colts have made notable roster changes ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. This includes signing cornerback Chris Lammons to the 53-man roster from the practice squad. They also elevated running back Ameer Abdullah and cornerback Mike Hilton to the active roster.
Roster Updates for Week 5
These moves come as the team continues to adapt its roster to meet the challenges of the season. Lammons’ signing and the elevation of Abdullah and Hilton aim to bolster the team’s performance on the field.
Significant Roster Moves
- Chris Lammons:
- Height/Weight: 5-10, 190 pounds
- Career Games: 61 games, 2 starts
- Previous Teams: Colts (2023-25), Kansas City Chiefs (2019-22), Miami Dolphins (2018-19), New Orleans Saints (2018), Atlanta Falcons (2018)
- Career Stats:
- 32 tackles (19 solo)
- 1.0 tackle for loss, 1.0 sack
- 1 interception, 4 passes defensed
- 2 forced fumbles, 3 fumble recoveries
- 13 special teams stops
- Ameer Abdullah:
- Height/Weight: 5-9, 203 pounds
- Career Games: 141 games, 26 starts
- Previous Teams: Colts (2025), San Francisco 49ers (2025), Raiders (2022-24), Carolina Panthers (2021), Minnesota Vikings (2018-21), Detroit Lions (2015-18)
- Career Stats:
- 1,994 rushing yards on 494 carries (4.0 avg.), 8 touchdowns
- 203 receptions for 1,468 yards (7.2 avg.), 11 touchdowns
- 151 kickoff returns for 3,783 yards (25.1 avg.)
- 10 punt returns for 91 yards (9.1 avg.)
- Mike Hilton:
- Height/Weight: 5-9, 184 pounds
- Career Games: 124 games, 57 starts
- Previous Teams: Colts (2025), Miami Dolphins (2025), Cincinnati Bengals (2021-24), Pittsburgh Steelers (2016-20), New England Patriots (2016), Jacksonville Jaguars (2016)
- Career Stats:
- 509 tackles (388 solo)
- 67 tackles for loss, 11.5 sacks
- 13 interceptions, 5 forced fumbles
- 30 postseason tackles (22 solo)
Injured Reserve Placement
The Colts also placed safety Daniel Scott on the Injured Reserve list. Scott, who stands at 6-1 and weighs 208 pounds, has played in all four games this season, recording one solo tackle and one special teams stop. He spent the entirety of the 2023 and 2024 seasons on Injured Reserve after being selected in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Looking Ahead
With these strategic roster adjustments, the Colts are aiming to strengthen their lineup as they prepare for their critical game against the Raiders. The team is focused on enhancing its competitiveness in the upcoming weeks.
