Former Broncos backup quarterback has signed with the , .
We have signed QB Chad Kelly and waived DT Jordan Thompson.
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts)
Kelly, who was drafted with the last pick of the 2017 NFL draft, earning him the “Mr. Irrelevant” title, was a fan favorite during his time in Denver backing up quarterback .
The former Ole Miss quarterback’s time in Denver was cut short after he was arrested in late October 2018 for allegedly entering a stranger’s home, sitting on their couch and mumbling incoherently. He had wandered there from a Halloween party thrown by teammate . Kelly was released the following day.
Kelly appeared in one regular-season game for Denver, kneeling on the ball just before halftime.
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