Jake Funk RB FA Sat 9/9/23 12:50 PM
Jake Funk
RB FA
Funk was elevated from the Colts' practice squad Saturday, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
EDGE Analysis
With Zack Moss (arm) downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Funk will provide some depth for an already shaky running back group. The third-year pro saw action in six contests last season, but exclusively on special teams.
Jake Funk RB FA Wed 8/30/23 3:34 PM
Jake Funk
RB FA
Funk signed with the Colts' practice squad Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Funk is one of two running backs joining Indianapolis' practice squad, along with Jason Huntley. If Zack Moss (arm) ends up joining Jonathan Taylor (ankle) on the sidelines come Week 1, one of Funk or Huntley could be elevated for the regular-season opener against Jacksonville.
Jake Funk RB FA Tue 8/29/23 12:09 PM
Jake Funk
RB FA
The Colts waived Funk on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Per Pelissero, the Colts hope to bring back Funk as a member of their practice squad if he clears waivers. The 2021 seventh-rounder spent time with both Indy and the Rams last season, but he didn't log a regular-season carry.
Jake Funk RB FA Sun 8/20/23 11:46 AM
Jake Funk
RB FA
Funk had five carries for 18 yards, including a four-yard touchdown, in Saturday's preseason win over Chicago.
EDGE Analysis
Funk scored a rushing touchdown for a second consecutive preseason game, but he's still unlikely to make the Week 1 roster. However, with Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss out due to injury, anything is possible.
Jake Funk RB FA Sun 8/13/23 2:20 AM
Jake Funk
RB FA
Funk had seven carries for 13 yards and two receptions for 10 yards in Saturday's preseason loss at Buffalo.
EDGE Analysis
Funk was the third running back to get a carry in the game which may say more about Indy's running back depth than his chances to make the team. With Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss out due to injury, Funk may see a lot of work during the preseason. However, he may not make the final roster if Taylor returns to action.
Jake Funk RB FA Tue 1/3/23 4:03 PM
Jake Funk
RB FA
Funk was signed to the Colts' active roster from their practice squad Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Funk joined the team's practice squad in November after a short stint with the Saints, proceeded by him being let go by the Rams in October. The 24-year-old should suit up Sunday against the Texans, which will be his first game with the Colts.
Jake Funk RB FA Thu 11/10/22 10:27 AM
Jake Funk
RB FA
The Colts signed Funk to the practice squad Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Funk suited up for five games with the Rams this season but played only one snap on offense, and he recently spent time on the Saints' practice squad. Now, he will get a chance to compete for an emergency reserve role with Indianapolis, replacing Phillip Lindsay on the practice squad.
Jake Funk RB FA Tue 11/8/22 5:55 PM
Jake Funk
RB FA
Funk was cut from the Saints' practice squad Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Funk signed with New Orleans' practice squad Oct. 12, just one day after being cut loose by the Rams. However, it appears his time in New Orleans will be short, as he was originally brought in when Alvin Kamara was dealing with a rib injury. Funk will now work to a find an opportunity elsewhere.
Jake Funk RB FA Thu 10/13/22 12:36 AM
Jake Funk
RB FA
Funk signed with the Saints' practice squad Wednesday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Funk was waived by the Rams on Tuesday after playing just one offensive snap in the team's crowded running backs corps this season. However, the 2021 seventh-round pick could get a chance to record his first carry of the season as a potential game-day elevation for the Saints, as No. 1 running back Alvin Kamara has been in and out of the lineup with a rib injury this season. Funk also played 74 special-teams snaps over five games in 2022, which could also help his cause for a promotion to the active roster.
Jake Funk RB FA Tue 10/11/22 5:18 PM
Jake Funk
RB FA
The Rams waived Funk on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
With Kyren Williams inching closer to returning from a sprained ankle he suffered in the season-opener against Buffalo, the Rams ultimately let their 2021 seventh-round pick go. Los Angeles also acquired veteran running back Malcolm Brown in late September to add depth behind Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson, leaving Funk with few opportunities to earn snaps in the team's backfield. The 205-pounder has just two carries for five yards since joining the Rams in 2021, and he'll now search for a chance to rejuvenate his young NFL career.