Colts Safety Nick Cross Expected to Depart in Free Agency

Indianapolis Colts starting safety Nick Cross is considered the team's pending free agent most likely to move on this offseason. Despite a productive 2025 campaign where he recorded 120 tackles and an interception, the Colts are prioritizing defensive line and linebacker needs. GM Chris Ballard indicated the team may not be able to afford a major pay day for Cross, signaling that the franchise is preparing to move forward without him in their secondary.