Ameer Abdullah - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Three touches to conclude season Abdullah rushed once for one yard and caught both of his targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 38-30 loss to the Texans. He finished the season with 14 rushes for 60 yards and one touch...

Impact Abdullah finished the 2025 campaign having very little impact offensively, a theme for the veteran running back for most of the season. The 32-year-old operated as one of the Colts' top backup options out of the backfield, but he was unable to get much going each week with starter Jonathan Taylor handling a large majority of the work at running back. Abdullah will enter the offseason as an unrestricted free agent, but his age and lack of impressive production may make it difficult to garner much interest from teams around the league.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

One touch in loss Abdullah caught his lone target for four yards during Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Jaguars.

Impact The 32-year-old from Nebraska has now gone without a carry in each of the Colts' last two games. Through 12 appearances this season, Abdullah has rushed 13 times for 59 yards and a touchdown while catching 14 of 15 targets for 75 yards. Additionally, he's logged 510 kick-return yards while operating as one of Indianapolis' top return men. Expect Abdullah to remain one of the team's primary kick returners in the Week 18 matchup against the Texans.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records one catch against 49ers Abdullah caught his lone target for four yards in Monday's 48-27 loss to the 49ers.

Impact Abdullah failed to record a single rushing attempt in the contest while playing just four of the Colts' 60 offensive snaps. With Jonathan Taylor handling the vast majority of snaps at running back, Abdullah and teammate Tyler Goodson are left to handle the few remaining opportunities in the Colts' backfield. The veteran cannot be trusted for fantasy purposes in a Week 17 matchup against the Jaguars.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Abdullah Fumbles, Tonges Comes Up With Recovery San Francisco 49ers TE Jake Tonges recovered a fumble after Indianapolis Colts RB Ameer Abdullah lost control, giving the 49ers a key takeaw...

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • 49ERS.COM

Leads team in receiving Sunday Abdullah rushed four times for 15 yards and caught all five of his targets for 32 yards in Sunday's 18-16 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Abdullah benefited from having Philip Rivers take over under center for the injured Daniel Jones (Achilles) after the backup running back finished as the Colts' leading receiver Sunday. The 32-year-old Abdullah hadn't recorded more than two receptions in any of his previous nine appearances this season, but the higher target share could become a trend with Rivers needing to make plenty of check-down passes to preserve his own health down the stretch. Abdullah represents a sneaky play in Week 16 for those in deep PPR formats, but the veteran backup can safely be ignored elsewhere.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Locker Talk: Kenny Moore and Ameer Abdullah, Colts at Seahawks postgame Cornerback Kenny Moore II and running back Ameer Abdullah speak with the media following the Colts' 18-16 loss to the Seahawks in Week 15.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • COLTS.COM

HIGHLIGHT | Abdullah caps off his kickoff return with a hurdle Indianapolis Colts running back Ameer Abdullah turns on the jets for a 44-yard kickoff return that ends with a hurdle over Seattle Seahawks...

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • COLTS.COM

HIGHLIGHT | Abdullah showcases his speed on a 14-yard reception Indianapolis Colts running back Ameer Abdullah catches the football out of the backfield and sprints forward for a 14-yard gain.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Three touches in blowout loss Abdullah had one carry for four yards and two receptions for five yards on two targets in Sunday's 39-16 loss at Jacksonville.

Impact Abdullah played a season-high 17 snaps on offense as he got playing time late amid a blowout loss. Abdullah looks clearly ahead of Tyler Goodson and DJ Giddens in the backup running back role, though that order may change if starter Jonathan Taylor were to get hurt.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plans just four snaps on offense Abdullah did not have a carry and failed to bring in a catch on his only target in Sunday's loss at Kansas City.

Impact Abdullah played just four snaps on offense as Indy used Jonathan Taylor on 46 of the offense's 51 snaps despite giving him just 16 rushing attempts. Abdullah looks ahead of Tyler Goodson and DJ Giddens in the backup role, though that order may change if Taylor is injured.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

One grab in win Abdullah caught his lone target for eight yards in Sunday's 31-25 win over the Falcons.

Impact Abdullah failed to record a single carry Sunday, as the veteran running back played just five of the Colts' 77 offensive snaps against the Falcons. The 32-year-old was was not needed much in the game as starter Jonathan Taylor ran all over the Falcons on his way to 244 yards and three touchdowns on the ground. With Taylor dominating the backfield for the Colts, Abdullah should not be trusted for fantasy purposes. He'll continue to operate as a depth option when Indianapolis comes out of their Week 11 bye to face off against the Chiefs in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ameer Abdullah's 49-yard kick return gets Colts into Falcons' territory late in fourth quarter Indianapolis Colts running back Ameer Abdullah's 49-yard kick return gets Colts into Falcons' territory late in fourth quarter.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • NFL.COM

HIGHLIGHT | Ameer Abdullah's 49-yard kick return gets Colts into Falcons' territory in fourth quarter Indianapolis Colts running back Ameer Abdullah's 49-yard kick return gets Colts into Falcons' territory late in fourth quarter in Berlin on...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Minimal role in loss Abdullah had one carry for three yards and one reception for two yards on his only target in Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh.

Impact Abdullah played five snaps on offense while Tyler Goodson played a season-high 10 snaps with the Colts trailing most of the game (as he's usually seen as the better receiver). However, the Colts didn't turn to a pass-catching running back as they have in the past as Jonathan Taylor stayed in the game and played on 62 of the offense's 79 snaps. As long as Taylor is healthy, it looks the other running backs will have very minor roles even if the Colts are forced throw the ball.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three touches in blowout win Abdullah had two carries for five yards and one reception for three yards on his lone target in Sunday's 38-14 win over Tennessee.

Impact Tyler Goodson returned after missing three games due to a groin injury. Abdullah may be the No. 2 running back even with Goodson healthy as he played on ten snaps compared to four for Goodson. Both had two carries. Meanwhile, DJ Giddens was a healthy inactive. However, none of the backups are getting enough work for viable fantasy value as Jonathan Taylor gets almost every touch even in blowouts as Sunday's win was essentially wrapped up before the fourth quarter.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three touches against Chargers Abdullah rushed twice for 19 yards and caught his lone target for eight yards in Sunday's 38-24 win over the Chargers.

Impact Abdullah played just five of the Colts' 60 offensive snaps Sunday behind starter Jonathan Taylor (52) and ahead of rookie DJ Giddens (3). The veteran running back offers little fantasy value outside of an injury to Taylor, yet it's unclear if Abdullah's role would drastically increase as a 32-year-old in one of the league's most explosive offenses. With that said, Abdullah remains far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 8 matchup against the Titans.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Can't-Miss Play: 81-yard kick return! Ameer Abdullah burns Bolts with his speed Indianapolis Colts running back Ameer Abdullah returns a kickoff 81 yards against the Los Angeles Chargers.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • NFL.COM

Elevated again The Colts elevated Abdullah from the practice squad Saturday.

Impact Tyler Goodson (groin) has been ruled out, leaving the Colts in need of running back depth behind Jonathan Taylor and DJ Giddens. Abdullah was active in Weeks 5 and 6, logging a total of three carries for 13 yards and a touchdown.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lands back on practice squad Adbullah reverted to Indianapolis' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Adullah was elevated for the second straight week for this past Sunday's win over Arizona and logged three snaps on offense, rushing once for seven yards and catching his lone target for nine yards. He also played 10 snaps on special teams. Though Abdullah is back on the Colts' practice squad for now, he could be elevated again in Week 7 versus the Chargers if Tyler Goodson (groin) remains sidelined.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated from practice squad The Colts elevated Abdullah from the practice squad Saturday ahead of Sunday's matchup versus the Cardinals.

Impact Abdullah will serve as the team's No. 3 running back for the second straight week as Tyler Goodson remains sidelined due to a groin injury. Abdullah carried the ball two times for six yards and a touchdown in the Week 5 win over the Raiders while playing on both offense and special teams. The team will be able to elevate the 32-year-old just one more time following Sunday's matchup.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ex-Lion Ameer Abdullah Gets 2nd Chance to Secure Role with Colts in Week 6 One of the biggest games of the Detroit Lions' 2025 season will come against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football this weekend. H...

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Ex-Huskers in NFL Lavonte David had a game-winning interception, Maliek Collins continued his strong play and Ameer Abdullah is back in the end zone.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

Ex-Huskers in NFL: Lavonte David's clutch INT, Maliek Collins' strong play Lavonte David had a game-winning interception, Maliek Collins continued his strong play and Ameer Abdullah is back in the end zone.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

Back to practice squad Abdullah reverted to the Colts' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Abdullah churned out six yards and a touchdown on two carries in Sunday's 40-6 victory over the Raiders, while playing five snaps on offense in the contest. Additionally, the running back logged 10 snaps on special teams, recording a tackle in kick coverage. With Tyler Goodson (groin) still banged up, it's possible that Abdullah will be elevated to the active roster again ahead of the team's Week 6 matchup with the Cardinals.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rushing TD late in blowout win Abdullah had two carries for six yards, including a two-yard rushing touchdown, in Sunday's 40-6 win over Las Vegas.

Impact Abdullah was just called up from the practice squad ahead of the game. He only got carries late in the game amid a blowout win. DJ Giddens remains the clear backup to Jonathan Taylor while Tyler Goodson (groin) is sidelined. Abdullah will likely have most of his usage on special teams if he's active on game days.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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