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Witt's time in the NFL ends

By JASON JUNO

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Jake Witt started 2024 as an Indianapolis Colt. He’s entering 2025 in his new job in Watersmeet, as the Health and Wellness Coach at the Lac Vieux Desert Health Center.

The offensive tackle from Bruce Crossing played in all three preseason games in August, including seeing more extensive action in the second contest. He didn’t make the Colts’ 53-man roster, though, for the regular season. What he did have were multiple practice squad offers, but without the guarantee of a roster spot, he decided to end his pursuit of playing in the NFL.

“I feel very cont...