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Andre Johnson Reportedly to Be Released by Colts: Latest Details and Reaction

March 4, 2016   ·     ·   Jump to comments

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly ending the Andre Johnson experiment after just one season, as he is set to be released.
It was first reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter on Friday that the team will part ways with the veteran wide receiver, and Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle provided further details.
The move would come as little surprise on the heels of Johnson's disappointing 2015 campaign. It was by far the worst full season of his career, as he caught just 41 passes for 503 yards and four touchdowns despite appearing in all 16 games and starting 14.
Johnson spent the first 12 years of his career with the Houston Texans, and he was named to seven Pro Bowls during his tenure.
The Colts signed Johnson to a three-year, $21 million contract, per Spotrac.com. They have saved $5 million against the cap by cutting him.
Quarterback Andrew Luck being out for much of the 2015 season didn't help Johnson, but he was unproductive even with Lu...

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