The Indianapolis Colts have signed kicker Spencer Shrader to their roster, a familiar name for fans as he had multiple stints on the practice squad last season. Shrader initially joined the Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2024 and performed well in his debut, converting all extra points in Week 1 against Houston when Matt Gay was injured. After his time with the Colts, he also played for the New York Jets and Kansas City Chiefs, finishing his rookie season with a perfect record on extra points and field goals.

This signing raises questions about Matt Gay's future with the team. Despite being a reliable kicker for attempts under 50 yards, Gay has struggled with longer kicks, converting only 50% of his attempts from 50 yards and beyond in the past two seasons. Although Shrader's presence may not signal an imminent change, it certainly adds competitive pressure to the position, aligning with GM Chris Ballard's goal of enhancing competition throughout the roster.