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Reaches double-digit tackles Cross recorded 14 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 29-27 loss to the Texans.

Impact Cross was able to beat out Rodney Thomas for the starting free safety job in training camp and proved why in Week 1. His 14 stops were a single-game career high and may put him on the IDP radar. It'll be worth monitoring his performance in the weeks ahead, starting with Week 2 against the Packers.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially named Week 1 starter Colts defensive coordinator Gus Bradley said Tuesday that Cross will start at safety across from Julian Blackmon during Sunday's regular-season opener against the Texans, James Boy...

Impact Cross entered training camp as the favorite to earn a starting safety gig alongside Blackmon. He spent most of the 2023 campaign as a special-teams contributor before stepping up as a started on defense during the final three games of the season. In those three contests, Cross averaged 6.0 tackles (3.0 solo)

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start at free safety Cross started at free safety opposite Julian Blackmon at strong safety in Thursday's preseason win over the Bengals. He had one tackle. Cross was used at strong safety in Tuesday's...

Impact Cross entered training camp as the leader for the free safety job and it looks like he's still set to start opposite Blackmon at either position. Rodney Thomas and Ronnie Harrison Jr. could also figure into the mix as well, but it looks like Cross will get the starting nod after Thursday's game.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Nick Cross makes strong tackle for stuff in backfield Indianapolis Colts safety Nick Cross stops Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson in the backfield for a 2-yard loss.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Nick Cross: Training camp media availability, August 7 Safety Nick Cross meets with the media following Colts Training Camp practice on Wednesday at Grand Park.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Remains leader in safety competition Cross remains the leader for the starting free safety job, but Rodney Thomas is getting an occasional look with the starters, and Ronnie Harrison Jr. is also getting some first-tea...

Impact Cross began last season playing mostly on special teams, but stepped into a starting role for the final three games of the season due to an injury to Julian Blackmon and made a strong impression. Cross doesn't have the starting job wrapped up, however, as Thomas could still be a factor.

AUGUST 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

2024 Player Creative Spotlight: Nick Cross Take a look at some of the top photos of safety Nick Cross during Colts media day.

JULY 22, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Colts A to Z: Nick Cross View photos of safety Nick Cross as we tackle the Indianapolis Colts roster from A to Z.

JUNE 17, 2024 • COLTS.COM

How an unlikely friendship helped Colts safety Nick Cross find his way Amid a tough rookie season, Cross just needed someone to believe in him. He found that person in Tyquan Lewis.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nick Cross: Training camp media availability, August 8 Safety Nick Cross meets with the media following Day 9 of Colts Training Camp practice at Grand Park.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Training Camp Notebook: Nick Cross feeling comfortable, confident heading into Year 2 with Colts Cross is getting work at strong safety, free safety and slot corner during his second training camp in the NFL.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Colts' safety Nick Cross getting more comfortable in 2nd year Indianapolis Colts safety Nick Cross discusses getting more comfortable in his second season.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • INDYSTAR.COM

How second-year Colts safety Nick Cross lost his job as a rookie but not his confidence Cross opened his rookie season as the team's starter, then played just six snaps in the final 14 games as he struggled with the ability to p...

JUNE 16, 2023 • INDYSTAR.COM

What Colts safety Nick Cross has to do to realize his vast potential Cross opened the season as the team's starting strong safety, but he lost that role and played sparingly on defense as a rookie.

APRIL 21, 2023 • INDYSTAR.COM

Nick Cross: Rookie Season View some of the best photos of safety Nick Cross in his 2022 debut season with the Colts.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Why rookie Colts safety Nick Cross only played 1 snap against Chiefs Cross opened the season as the starter at strong safety, but veteran Rodney McLeod played that role against the Chiefs.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Loses starting role Cross played just one snap on defense and five snaps on special teams.

Impact Cross, a third-round 2022 draft pick, began the season as the starter at strong safety and played on every defensive snap Week 1. However, he was replaced by Rodney McLeod as a starter. It looks like Cross may be stuck on the bench while being developed. However, he could be more of a factor Week 4 if Julian Blackmon missed time with a sprained ankle.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' Nick Cross is 'not your typical 21-year-old' Frank Reich had a lot of praise for rookie S Nick Cross.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Nick Cross: Indianapolis Colts Rookie Files After finally getting permission from his parents to play football, Cross has starred after every level and hopes to continue to dominate in...

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Colts' S Nick Cross Draws High Praise from Stephon Gilmore The rookie safety has been impressive throughout training camp and has caught the attention of the former Defensive Player of the Year.

AUGUST 24, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

'How am I gonna make it to the NFL?' Colts rookie Nick Cross wasn't always this confident Setting measurable goals, sound direction from college coaches and a benching have all factored into the safety's impressive first camp.

AUGUST 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nick Cross: 2022 Training Camp, August 22 Safety Nick Cross meets with the media to discuss his mindset going into games, treating every play as a new learning experience, what he's...

AUGUST 23, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Insider: Nick Cross met Rodney McLeod 9 years ago, now they compete for Colts' safety job Colts rookie safety Nick Cross met Rodney McLeod nine years ago at DeMatha. Now they're competing for the starting safety position

AUGUST 17, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Listed as No. 1 strong safety Cross is listed as the No. 1 strong safety on the Colts' first depth chart of the preseason.

Impact Cross, a third-round 2022 draft pick, has been thrust into a larger role after the surprise retirement of Khari Willis. He's been splitting first-team work with Rodney McLeod, but by all accounts is having a strong camp and looks like the favorite to begin the regular season starting opposite Julian Blackmon.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' Nick Cross Already Feeling Comfortable in Team's Defense Colts rookie safety Nick Cross is already feeling comfortable in the team’s defense just two training camp practices into his career.

JULY 29, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

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