The Indianapolis Colts defense is built to be led up front.
So the news Monday defensive end Samson Ebukam will miss the entire 2024 season because of a torn Achilles’ tendon comes as a cruel blow.
In his first season with Indianapolis last year, Ebukam recorded career highs with 9.5 sacks, 57 tackles and 10 tackles for loss and tied a career high with three forced fumbles.
The 29-year-old was poised to start opposite Kwity Paye and be a leader in what the Colts believe will be a deep rotation.
That depth now will be tested immediately.