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Ashton Dulin

Wide Receiver · Malone

Undrafted special teams ace and kick returner who has spent his entire career with the Colts.

Ashton Dulin made the NFL the hard way, signing with Indianapolis as an undrafted free agent out of Division II Malone. He has stuck around for years thanks to his special teams value, particularly as a kick returner. He remained a key return man for the Colts in 2025.

★ Career-high 516 kick-return yards in 2025

★ 29.8 yards per kick return in 2025

★ Undrafted out of Division II Malone

Path to the league

Dulin played college football for the Malone Pioneers, a small program in Ohio. He went undrafted and signed with the Colts, earning a roster spot through standout play on special teams. Speed and physicality in the return game have been his calling cards throughout his career in Indianapolis.

Career highlights

Carved out a long run as a core special teamer and return specialist for the Colts. Contributes as a depth receiver and occasional rusher when called upon. His durability and coverage-unit value have kept him on the roster despite his small-school background.

2025 season

Dulin appeared in 12 games in 2025, catching five of 10 targets for 106 yards and adding 44 rushing yards on three carries, per ESPN. He set a career high with 516 kick-return yards, averaging 29.8 yards per return with a long of 50. A midseason injury put him on injured reserve before he was activated in Week 17.