The early wave of free agency might have quieted down, but the Indianapolis Colts continue to work. On Friday, the team added free agent running back Darrynton Evans.
Details of Evans’ deal with the team have yet to be released, but he’ll be added to a running back unit that boasts Jonathan Taylor, Zack Moss and Deon Jackson.
Let’s take a look at five things to know about the Colts’ new running back:
1
He has Florida ties
Running back Darryton Evans attended high school at New Smyrna Beach High School in New Smyrna, Florida. He is the son of Darry and Evelyn Evans and has three siblings.
2
Running back has always been his speciality
Evans played Pop Warner football as a child, starting at the tender age of five. In a single season, he racked up a staggering 36 touchdowns.
In high school, his production didn’t stop. Over his final two seasons, Evans ended with over 1,700 yards and 25 touchdowns as touted team captain and two-time MVP honors.
Evans played running back at Appalachian State, where he was the Sun Belt’s Offensive Player of the Year in 2019 and finished with 2,884 rushing yards.
3
His warrior spirit fuels him
Before being drafted, Evans was learning what it means to persevere. His mother was battling courageously against cancer, but that didn’t stop him from showcasing his talents at the 2020 combine. Instead, it fueled him.
When asked how he handled this sort of pressure, Evans said, “Both of my parents instilled in me, growing up, not to let anything be a distraction and to make sure to handle my priorities.”
4
The AFC South is home
The Tennesee Titans drafted Evans in the third round of the 2020 draft, coming in as a top-100 pick. He played in six games throughout two seasons before being released. He also played six games with the Chicago Bears last season.
5
Content creation is a passion
Playing football on and off the field suits Evans well, as he often plays Madden and other games. The new Colts running back runs a YouTube and Twitch channel named ItzLiveee, where he showcases his skills.
