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Colts Training Camp Journal, Day 5: Pittman Dominates, Dulin Wows On Day 5 of Colts training camp, receivers Michael Pittman Jr. and Ashton Dulin stood out, tight end Kylen Granson rebounded, and a few defe...

AUGUST 3, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Increased competition at TE Granson faces increased competition for the No. 2 tight end role with the Colts drafting two tight ends in the 2022 NFL Draft, The Athletic reports. The Colts selected Jelani Woods...

Impact Granson entered the offseason as a potential starting tight end after the retirement of Jack Doyle, but the Colts re-signed Mo Alie-Cox in free agency and then drafted two tight ends. It's unlikely Woods or Ogletree will compete for a significant role in the passing game, but Granson will need to earn the No. 2 tight end role in the offense this summer.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should see increased opportunities With Jack Doyle having retired, Granson is in a position to see an expanded role in the Colts' passing game this coming season, JJ Stankevitz of the team's official site reports.

Impact In his first NFL season, the 2021 fourth-rounder was limited to 11 catches (on 15 targets) for 106 yards in 17 games, but GM Chris Ballard believes that Granson has "big upside." While the SMU product still has sturdy blocker Mo Alie-Cox to contend with for targets and the team may add further tight end depth in advance of Week 1, Granson potentially could emerge as a fantasy sleeper at his position should the 6-foot-2, 242-pounder develop a productive rapport with Matt Ryan, the Colts' new signal-caller.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid rookie season Granson caught 11 of his 15 targets for 106 yards across 17 appearances during the 2021 campaign.

Impact Granson didn't see a target through the first three weeks of the season, but his involvement in the passing game picked up from Weeks 4-13. During that stretch, he caught 10 passes for 100 yards and recorded at least one target in nine of 10 games, including multiple targets five times. Jack Doyle is expected to be back next year, but Mo Alie-Cox's contract is up this offseason, so the rookie could see increased involvement during Year 2.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Catches one of two targets Granson caught one of his two targets for six yards during Sunday's 31-0 win over the Texans.

Impact Granson hasn't been targeted more than twice in any of his 13 appearances this season, but he's recorded at least one catch in each of the last six games. Over that span, he's recorded seven receptions for 78 yards. Despite the consistent production, Granson likely remains a risky fantasy option as long as Jack Doyle and Mo Alie-Cox are healthy.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 22 yards in loss Granson hauled in both of his targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 38-31 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Granson hasn't been targeted more than twice in any of his first 12 appearances of the season, but he's recorded at least one catch in each of the last five games. During that time, the 23-year-old has secured six of seven targets for 72 yards.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Slightly involved versus Jaguars Granson secured his only target for 15 yards during Sunday's 23-17 win over Jacksonville.

Impact Granson has played a rotational role on offense all season, and he's now logged four straight games with a single target in each. The rookie fourth-round pick's development is coming along nicely, but he's not currently much of a candidate for fantasy relevance behind both Jack Doyle and Mo Alie-Cox.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Colts rookie TE Kylen Granson slowly but surely starting to make big plays in bit role Admittedly frustrated after the first four games, Granson reminded himself to be confident in his ability, and he's starting to make plays.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM

Press Conference: Kylen Granson, November 15 Indianapolis Colts tight end Kylen Granson speaks with the media following the team's victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • COLTS.COM

HIGHLIGHT ' Kylen Granson Picks Up 27 Yards Indianapolis Colts tight end Kylen Granson has all kinds of space to gain 27 yards.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • COLTS.COM

Two receptions Monday Granson had two receptions for 19 yards in Monday's loss at Baltimore.

Impact Granson played just eight snaps on offense, but he had two targets for a second consecutive week after none the first three games. While that won't make him relevant in most fantasy leagues, it shows the rookie's role in the offense could continue to grow.

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first NFL reception Granson had one reception for three yards on two targets in Sunday's win at Miami. It was his first career NFL reception.

Impact Granson saw his first sizeable playing time as Jack Doyle was likely limited by a sore back. Granson played on 30 of the offense's 71 snaps and went out on 18 routes. Doyle played just 21 snaps. While Granson didn't produce viable fantasy stats, watch his progression as there were some reports during the preseason that he could be featured in the passing game. While that hasn't materialized yet, the rookie could see a larger role later in the season.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal role on offense Granson did not have a target and played just seven snaps on offense in Sunday's loss to Seattle.

Impact Despite some reports from the preseason that he could be featured in the passing game, Granson went out for a pass on just two plays. He's a distant third option at tight end behind Mo Alie-Cox and Jack Doyle. The fourth-round 2021 draft pick is a work in progress who could move into a larger role later this season.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Modest production Friday Granson caught three of four targets for 23 yards in Friday's preseason win over the Lions.

Impact The 23-year-old tied for second on the Colts in targets on the night, but his longest grab went for only 10 yards as he worked with Jacob Eason and the first-team offense. There's been speculation Granson could have a bigger role than expected in the passing game even if he's only third on the depth chart at tight end, as the team has a track record of finding targets for multiple players at the position; however, the 2021 fourth-round pick is still a long shot to have much fantasy value.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could be featured in passing game Granson will be featured in the Colts passing game if training camp is any indication, Stephen Holder of The Athletic reports.

Impact While this is an encouraging report, Granson hasn't been showcased in the preseason. He has two receptions on seven targets through two exhibitions while playing 42 snaps, according to Pro Football Focus. He's also behind both Jack Doyle and Mo Alie-Cox on the depth chart. However, this report implies that Granson could be utilized in the Colts' passing game similar to how Trey Burton was deployed in 2020 when the Colts often utilized three tight ends, and he could therefore be a sleeper should Doyle or Alie-Cox miss time due to injury.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Colts Rookie Watch: Kwity Paye, Kylen Granson, Sam Ehlinger, Mike Strachan Make Strong First Impressions In Training Camp With one week of training camp in the books, where do the Colts’ rookies stand so far? This week’s check-in looks at Kwity Paye, Kylen Grans...

AUGUST 4, 2021 • COLTS.COM

Colts scouts reveal what intrigued them about Kylen Granson With the start of training camp just a few weeks away, the tight end position remains a polarizing topic of discussion among Indianapolis Co...

JULY 9, 2021 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Strong impression this spring Granson made a strong impression in spring practices and could be utilized in the Colts' passing game similar to how Trey Burton was deployed in 2020, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan...

Impact The Colts selected Granson in the fourth round of the draft this spring. The rookie looks like he'll have a chance to carve out a role in the offense right away, but he's behind both Jack Doyle and Mo Alie-Cox on the depth chart. Still, the Colts utilized three tight ends in the passing game last season, so room exists for Granson to have a role on offense.

JUNE 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Through The Scouts' Eye: Kylen Granson Colts assistant director of college scouting Matt Terpening discusses what he saw in tight end Kylen Granson, the team's fourth round pick (...

JUNE 14, 2021 • COLTS.COM

Why Kylen Granson’s SMU Coaches Believe Colts’ TE Can ‘Break That Trend’ Tight ends often have a steep learning curve upon entering the NFL. But Kylen Granson’s college coaches believe he’s well prepared to tackle...

JUNE 8, 2021 • COLTS.COM

Colts Sign Draft Picks Kylen Granson, Sam Ehlinger The Colts' entire 2021 NFL Draft class is now under contract.

MAY 19, 2021 • COLTS.COM

Film with Chris Ballard: Colts impressed by 1st glimpse of rookie tight end, wide receiver The Colts have been trying to marry athletic ability with the culture they've built in Indianapolis, and they liked what they got in late ro...

MAY 16, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM

Colts: Could Kylen Granson become Carson Wentz’s new Zach Ertz? The Indianapolis Colts used their fourth-round pick (No. 122 overall) to select SMU tight end Kylen Granson in the 2021 NFL Draft. For a whi...

MAY 13, 2021 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

'An explosive mismatch': Kylen Granson gives Frank Reich, Colts a new weapon at tight end The head coach has craved an athletic play-making asset like fourth-rounder from SMU.

MAY 11, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Indy lands sleeper tight end The Colts selected Granson in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, 127th overall.

Impact Granson didn't have much hype going into the draft, but the SMU product is a nice pick by the Colts in this spot. At 6-foot-2, 241 pounds Granson is clearly a replacement for fellow undersized tight end Trey Burton. Granson was a very productive pass catcher in college and rounded out his prospect profile with solid athletic testing, logging a 4.64-second 40 to go with a 36.5-inch vertical and 120-inch broad jump. It's not clear how much Granson can compete for reps as a rookie, but his movement ability is novel among the Colts' tight end personnel otherwise.

MAY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE