Why Mo Alie-Cox Could Prove Invaluable for Colts in 2023
The Indianapolis Colts are entering a fresh shift in their offensive approach with new head coach Shane Steichen calling the shots. Steichen has also been able to assemble an offensive-centric staff around him to help out quarterback Anthony Richardson, as well as a multitude of other rookies.
One position group that is packed to the brim with competition is tight end. Tight end has been a position room that has had talented players filling the depth chart. One of the veteran talents is Mo Alie-Cox.
Since 2018, Alie-Cox has provided depth and flashes of playmaking ability throughout his tenure with the Colts. However, after being handed a nice three-year, $17.55 million contract in 2022, Alie-Cox hasn't played into that type of pay. Now, there have been swirlings and rumors over the past couple of months of a potential cut or trade, which would save the Colts over $2 million in cap space.
Back in December, I wrote an article on why Alie-Cox's time as a Colt could be approaching its end. But things have changed. In the following piece, I'll break down that, despite underperforming, there is a good chance he will stay on the roster and find his rhythm in the process.