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Logs seven stops vs. Giants Cross recorded seven total tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 45-33 loss to the Giants.

Impact Cross finished Sunday's loss as the Colts' second-leading tackler, trailing Zaire Franklin's impressive 14-stop performance. The Maryland product has been productive in his first full season as a starter in Indianapolis, recording 138 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, three interceptions and one forced fumble over 16 appearances. Despite the Colts' defensive struggles, Cross has remained a bright spot and is expected to continue making plays when the Jaguars travel to Indianapolis in Week 18.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adds another interception in loss Cross registered five total tackles (three solo) and an interception in Sunday's 31-13 loss to Denver.

Impact Cross was able to secure his third interception of the season, picking off Bo Nix in the third quarter. The safety has stepped into a starting role in 2024, making the most of his opportunity. Cross has now compiled 130 total tackles (80 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding four passes defensed, three of which were interceptions, and a forced fumble over 14 games.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Adds another interception in loss Cross registered five total tackles (three solo) and an interception in Sunday's 31-13 loss to Denver.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Nick Cross intercepts the Bo Nix pass for 3rd INT of the game! Nick Cross intercepts the Bo Nix pass vs. Denver Broncos,

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Records first sack of career Cross recorded nine tackles (eight solo) including 1.0 sacks during Sunday's 25-24 win at New England.

Impact Sunday's game was Cross' fifth with nine-plus tackles over the last seven games, and the sack was his first as a pro. He's second in the league in tackles behind teammate Zaire Franklin ahead of the Colts' bye in Week 14.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 14 tackles Cross recorded 14 tackles (six solo), including two for a loss, in Sunday's 24-6 defeat to the Lions.

Impact The safety has played on nearly every defensive snap this season and is second only to his teammate, Zaire Franklin, in the NFL in tackles with 116 (Franklin has 123). Cross also has three pass breakups, including two interceptions, and a forced fumble.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stacks up 12 stops Cross recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Bills.

Impact Cross has been on a tear this season, as the 2022 second-round pick has played almost every defensive snap, recording 98 tackles (60 solo), two interceptions and a forced fumble through 10 games. An elite athlete who's just 23 years old in his third NFL season, Cross appears to have massive upside and big days ahead.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Big game in defeat Cross finished with 10 tackles (seven solo), a pass breakup and an interception in Sunday's 21-13 loss to the Vikings.

Impact The safety also played on every defensive snap for the eighth time in nine games. Cross is tied for fourth in the league with 86 tackles (53 solo). The third-year pro also has three passes defensed, two interceptions and a forced fumble.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Nick Cross intercepts the Sam Darnold pass vs. Minnesota Vikings Nick Cross intercepts the Sam Darnold pass vs. Minnesota Vikings

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Secures nine tackles in win Cross recorded nine total tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 16-10 win over Miami.

Impact Cross finished tied for third on the team in tackles with fellow safety Julian Blackmon, reaching at nine tackles for the fourth time this season. Cross has now produced 69 total tackles (42 solo), an interception, a forced fumble and two passes defensed over seven games in 2024.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eight tackles against Tennessee Cross logged eight tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 20-17 win over the Titans.

Impact Cross was the Colts' second-leading tackler Sunday behind Zaire Franklin (nine). Cross has played at least 55 defensive snaps in all six regular-season games and has played 100 percent of the Colts' defensive snaps in five of six contests. He's up to 60 combined tackles on the year, which is tied for fourth-most in the NFL with Franklin, Budda Baker and E.J. Speed.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Snags interception in loss Cross had five total tackles and an interception in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville.

Impact Cross didn't pile up the tackle totals of his first three games (39 total tackles), but came up with an interception. Cross should get plenty of tackle opportunities if the Indy defense continues to struggle against the run.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT: Nick Cross intercepts the Trevor Lawrence pass vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Nick Cross intercepts the Trevor Lawrence pass vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Safety Nick Cross leads the NFL in tackles. Here's why that's more about him than the Colts' run defense. As the Colts' run defense has rebounded following a rough two weeks to begin the 2024 season, Cross' speed, physicality and instincts have c...

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Week 4 Recap: Nick Cross, Colts vs. Steelers Safety Nick Cross speaks with the media to close out the Colts' 27-24 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • COLTS.COM

Compiles 10 tackles in win Cross recorded 10 total tackles (six solo) and a pass defensed in Sunday's 21-16 win over the Bears.

Impact Cross was able to reach double-digit takedowns for the third week in a row to open the 2024 campaign. Through three contests, the safety has compiled 39 tackles (24 solo) and a pass defensed while operating as the starting free safety for Indianapolis.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Week 2 Cross recorded 15 total tackles (10 solo) in Sunday's 16-10 loss to the Packers.

Impact Cross was able to pace the team in tackles for the second straight week, securing a new career-high 15 tackles versus Green Bay. Through two games this season, the safety has compiled an impressive 29 total tackles (11 solo) and he appears to be on his way to a big year in Indianapolis.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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

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

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