INDIANAPOLIS -- The Colts , dealing with a rash of cornerback injuries, are signing veteran Xavien Howard as a potential solution, hoping he can recapture some of his past elite performance despite missing last season.

Howard's acquisition was announced by his agent, David Canter.

Howard's signing will put him on an active roster for the first time since the Miami Dolphins cut the four-time Pro Bowl selection and 2020 All-Pro in February 2024. Howard has dealt with a number of injuries in recent years, but the Colts conducted an in-person workout with him, with a team source describing his performance as "really good."

Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo has a long history with Howard, having served as the Dolphins' defensive backs coach during Howard's first two seasons with

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