Colts Sign Joe Bachie, Former Bengals Linebacker

Joe Bachie, a former Michigan State linebacker who went undrafted in 2020, has signed a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts after spending the past four seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. Bachie reunites with Lou Anarumo, who recently joined the Colts as defensive coordinator after serving in the same role with the Bengals. Primarily a special teams contributor, Bachie played 47 games and logged 818 special teams snaps during his tenure in Cincinnati. The Colts, having lost key special teams player Grant Stuard and linebacker E.J. Speed in free agency, are expected to utilize Bachie in a similar special teams role while adding depth to the linebacker group. This move comes as Indianapolis looks to bolster its special teams and linebacker rotation following limited draft additions at the position. Bachie's familiarity with Anarumo's defensive style and his special teams experience make him a strategic addition for the Colts.