Indianapolis Colts rookie Caden Curry just got his dream moment, playing his first NFL game at Lucas Oil Stadium, but Saturday’s 34-6 preseason blowout loss to the Atlanta Falcons made it one rough welcome home. The former Center Grove High School standout, a Greenwood native and 2026 sixth-round draft pick, definitely felt the sting of defeat.
The Bittersweet Homecoming
Curry poured his heart out after the game, telling WISH-TV that it was “A dream come true being an Indy kid and being from the south side.” He added, “Such a great feeling to go out there and be a part of this team now and be a part of this city.” You can feel that emotion, right? That’s what it’s all about for a local kid making it big. But the game itself was a gut punch for the Colts, and Curry only managed a single tackle against the Falcons. “Obviously it’s not the way you want the outcome, you always want to win the game,” Curry admitted. Talk about a reality check after a big personal milestone.
Last Week’s Explosion Still Rings Out
Now, don’t let that single tackle fool you. Curry already proved he’s got game just a week prior in his preseason debut against the New England Patriots. The former Ohio State defensive end wasn’t just on the field, he was absolutely flying around. He racked up five tackles, one sack, three quarterback hits, two tackles for loss, and even two passes defensed in that game. That’s a quick impact, no doubt. The guy showed he belongs, flashing that potential that got him drafted.
The Colts have to regroup after that brutal loss, and Curry himself said it: “So we just gotta get back to action and just get ready for next week.” All eyes will be on how this Indy kid bounces back and if he can replicate that explosive first performance. He’s got the talent; now let’s see him shake off the home opener blues.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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