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Colts Add New Receiving Threat Hours Before Titans Game

Indianapolis has added another pass catcher as the Colts offense looks to get back on track against the winless Titans.

The Indianapolis Colts are looking to rebound after a tough start to the season, and just hours before their Week 6 game against the Tennessee Titans, they added a new receiving option to their lineup. Quarterback Daniel Jones has been dealing with a torn Achilles and has struggled with his accuracy and mobility, while the team's offense has been one-dimensional behind Jonathan Taylor. Alec Pierce's injury has further hampered the offense.

The Colts have a prime opportunity on Sunday to bounce back, as they face the winless Tennessee Titans. In response to the news, tight end Will Mallory was activated from injured reserve. Mallory missed the first five games due to a thumb injury, and will now compete with starter Tyler Warren, who is questionable with a groin issue.

Mallory, the Colts' fifth-round pick in 2023, spent five seasons at Miami where he recorded 1,544 yards and 14 touchdowns on 115 receptions. He has appeared in 24 games for the Colts so far this season, recording 23 catches for 252 yards, averaging 11.0 yards per catch. He showcased his skills during the preseason, catching six passes for 80 yards against the New England Patriots.

While Mallory isn't a guaranteed answer to the Colts' offensive problems, adding him to the rotation should provide a much-needed boost in consistency for the team as they face a challenging schedule ahead.

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