Ron Thompson

Ron Thompson will sign an undrafted free agent contract with the Indianapolis Colts, he said in a text message Saturday evening.

(Stephen D. Cannerelli | scannerelli@syracuse.com)

Syracuse, N.Y. — Ron Thompson will sign an undrafted free agent contract with the Indianapolis Colts, he said in a text message Saturday evening.

The former Syracuse football defensive end moved quickly to find an NFL team, landing with the Colts less than an hour after the draft ended without hearing his named called.

Thompson left Syracuse with one season of eligibility remaining.

"I just want my chance," Thompson previously said following his Pro Day workout at Syracuse. "Once I get a chance, I'll show people I deserve it."

Thompson, a redshirt junior, had four forced fumbles and seven sacks in 2015. He was named a third-team All-ACC honoree by the ACC media and Phil Steele.



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