The Indianapolis Colts are signing do-it-all quarterback Jason Bean to the team’s practice squad. This news was reported by Bean’s agent Brett Tessler.
The Indianapolis Colts are signing my client Jason Bean (QB, Kansas) to the practice squad. Was one of the better QBs around the League this preseason and with a little more time and development will become a really good player.
— Brett Tessler (@TesslerSports) August 28, 2024
Throughout the preseason, Bean flashed his playmaking abilities and the dynamic presence he can bring to the field–both in the passing game and as a ball carrier.
He was efficient as a passer, completing 15-of-19 pass attempts at an impressive 10.4 yards per throw with one touchdown and one interception. In fact, out of 61 eligible quarterbacks this preseason, Bean ranked first in yards per pass attempt.
Bean also rushed for 54 yards (4.9 yards per rush) with two touchdowns and one fumble.
Bean played six seasons of college football, three at North Texas and the final three at Kansas. In his final season, Bean averaged a whopping 10.7 yards per attempt while completing 62 percent of his throws, in addition to throwing 18 touchdowns.
Along with primarily playing quarterback, Bean saw some snaps here and there lined up at running back and receiver, with good speed, running a 4.55-second 40-yard dash.
“Traits,” said assistant GM Ed Dodds about Bean during the offseason. “He’s long. He’s really fast. He’s faster than what his recorded 40 time is. The more things they can do. He’s going to do some different things for us too.”
Bean will be the fourth quarterback on the Colts roster between the 53-man and the practice squad, with Anthony Richardson, Joe Flacco, and Sam Ehlinger on the active roster.
