APRIL 8 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
E.J. SPEED
142 TCKL •
1 INT •
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142 TCKL
1 INT
0 SCK
10 things to know about Texans linebacker E.J. Speed He was a Texan in college, and now he's a Texan in the NFL. Meet Fort Worth native and Houston Texans linebacker E.J. Speed.
'That will be lit': Former Indianapolis Colts linebacker says he can't wait to play against them E.J. Speed played six seasons for the Indianapolis Colts, compiling 354 tackles, including 142 in the 2024 season.
MARCH 31 • INDYSTAR.COM
Remaining in AFC South Speed and the Texans have agreed upon a one-year, $5 million contract, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
Impact Speed had a breakthrough season statistically in 2024, tallying career-high marks with 142 tackles and five defensed passes (including one interception) over 15 regular-season contests with the Colts. However, his overall PFF grade of 56.7 ranked just 134th among NFL linebackers due largely to a poor grade in pass coverage. Speed has also worked on special teams throughout his career and will likely be part of that unit while also providing depth at linebacker for the Texans. His role on defense could be magnified if Christian Harris, who played in only three regular-season games in 2024 due to a calf injury, or Azeez Al-Shaair, who logged just 11 regular-season appearances, have any trouble staying on the field again.
MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE
2025 Free Agent Preview: E.J. Speed View some of the best photos from Colts linebacker E.J. Speed's 2024 season.
MARCH 8 • COLTS.COM
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Notches 142 stops in 2024 Speed tallied 142 total tackles (93 solo) and five passes defended, including one interception, across 17 games in 2024.
Impact The Tarleton State product had the most productive season of his career in 2024, setting new career highs in total tackles and passes defended, while also nabbing the first interception of his career. Despite finishing the season as Indianapolis' third-leading tackler, Speed recorded the 12th-most stops in the NFL. Coming off a career year, Speed is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. He's expected to be a sought after player, likely signing a multi-year deal with a team in need of inside linebacker help this offseason.
JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE
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JANUARY 15 • SI.COM
GM Chris Ballard promises to take a new approach after Colts fail to make playoffs again
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2024 End of Season Locker Talk: DeForest Buckner, Kenny Moore, Julian Blackmon, E.J. Speed and Nick Cross DeForest Buckner, Kenny Moore II, Julian Blackmon, E.J. Speed, and Nick Cross met with the media on Monday to reflect on the Colts' 2024 sea...
JANUARY 6 • COLTS.COM
Good to go against Giants Speed (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Impact Speed didn't play in Week 16 against the Titans due to a knee injury. He opened the week with consecutive DNPs, but he managed to log a full practice Friday, which was enough for him to be cleared to play Sunday. Speed will start at linebacker alongside Zaire Franklin and Jaylon Carlies while Segun Olubi, Cameron McGrone and Grant Stuard provide rotational depth.
DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to face G-Men Speed (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Impact After a pair of DNPs to start the week, Speed was listed as a full participant in Friday's practice. He missed Week 16 with the injury but appears to have a chance to play Sunday. Jaylon Carlies filled in as an every-down linebacker alongside Zaire Franklin in Speed's absence last week.
DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Giants will try to end the Colts' playoff hopes and their franchise-record 10-game losing streak
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Jonathan Taylor rebounds with 218 yards, 3 TD runs as Colts hold off Titans 38-30
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Out against Tennessee Speed (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans, Nate Atkins of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Speed will miss his second game of the season as the Colts take on the Titans at home. The sixth-year linebacker missed Week 7 against the Dolphins with a knee problem, and it very likely could be the same injury again. His next chance to see the field will be Week 17 versus the Giants.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Colts try to rebound and keep fading playoff hopes alive when they face struggling Titans
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Double-digit stops in loss Speed recorded 13 total tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 31-13 loss to the Broncos.
Impact Speed led the Colts in tackles in Week 15, reaching double-digit stops for the fourth time in seven games and eighth time overall in 2024. The linebacker has now compiled 130 total tackles (87 solo) and four passes defensed, including an interception, over 13 contests this season.
DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Double-digit stops in loss Speed recorded 13 total tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 31-13 loss to the Broncos.
Impact Speed led the Colts in tackles in Week 15, reaching double-digit stops for the fourth time in seven games and eighth time overall in 2024. The linebacker has now compiled 130 total tackles (87 solo) and four passes defensed, including an interception, over 13 contests this season.
DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Locker Talk: E.J. Speed, Dayo Odeyingbo, and DeForest Buckner Colts at Broncos postgame E.J. Speed, Dayo Odeyingbo and DeForest Buckner speak with the media following the Colts' loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 15.
DECEMBER 16, 2024 • COLTS.COM
Week 15 Locker Talk: E.J. Speed, Bernhard Raimann and Tyler Goodson E.J. Speed, Bernhard Raimann and Tyler Goodson meet the media on Wednesday as the Colts prepare to face the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Empo...
DECEMBER 11, 2024 • COLTS.COM
Has nice day in win Speed recorded nine tackles (eight solo) and a pass defensed during Sunday's 25-24 win at New England.
Impact Speed tallied nine-plus tackles for the fifth time in his last six contests in Week 13, and his pass breakup prevented a big gain on the Patriots' final drive of the game. He projects as a good IDP option for the fantasy playoffs after the Colts' bye in Week 14.
DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Week 13 Locker Talk: E.J. Speed, Jaylon Jones and Kylen Granson E.J. Speed, Jaylon Jones and Kylen Granson meet the media on Wednesday at the Colts prepare to face the New England Patriots on Sunday at Gi...
NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • COLTS.COM
Another double-digit tackle game Speed finished with 11 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Lions.
Impact Speed has now recorded double-digit stops in seven of the 11 games he's played in this season. He has also played on more than 90 percent of the defensive snaps in all 11 contests. In total, the linebacker has 108 tackles (72 solo) and three pass breakups, including an interception, in 2024.
NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Leads team in tackles in win Speed recorded nine tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 28-27 win over the Jets.
Impact The linebacker also played on more than 95 percent of the defensive snaps for the 10th time in the 10 games he's played in this season. Speed now has 97 tackles (66 solo) and three pass breakups, including an interception, in 2024.
NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Getting green light Speed (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact Despite drawing a questionable tag, Speed was on track to play in Week 11 after logging a full practice Friday. In nine appearances this season, Speed has recorded 88 tackles (62 solo), including six TFLs, and three pass breakups, including one interception.
NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
