This is part of a series of individual player reviews by Joseph Samelson. You can follow him on Twitter @jspsam and read his work elsewhere at josephsamelson.com.
Role: Wing Back
Squad Status: Departed
Season in a Sentence: Esteves started the season off strong with some impressive showings, but the Brazilian failed to keep up the pace across the season and Colorado justifiably passed on the chance to bring him back for 2023.
Grade: D+
Lucas Esteves’ arrival as the Colorado Rapids’ ostensible replacement for homegrown left back Sam Vines looked like a win for all parties involved.