Indianapolis Colts Sign Former Ole Miss RB Ulysses Bentley IV as UDFA Following 2025 NFL Draft
OXFORD, Miss. – Following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Indianapolis Colts have signed former Ole Miss running back Ulysses “Doo” Bentley IV.
Source: The #Colts are signing former Ole Miss running back Ulysses Bentley.
Ran for 919 yards at Ole Miss the last two years.
— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) April 26, 2025
Collegiate Career
Bentley began his career in SMU where he played three seasons for the Mustangs. In year two, Bentley rushed for a career-best 913 yards and 11 touchdowns. The future Colt rushed for 1,559 yards and 15 touchdowns before transferring to Ole Miss in 2022.
Ulysses Bentley IV
📉 Combine said below average (2.85 RAS)
📈Tape said above average (88.4 IGA Score®)Interesting contrast here. @MathBomb’s RAS gives us the raw traits. — we measure what’s on tape. Bentley’s in-game athleticism tells a different story. #IGAScore #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/pHll4LNvW8
— Cory Yates (@CoryRAanalytics) April 10, 2025
Although he dealt with a handful of lingering injuries during his time in Oxford, Bentley quickly became a fan-favorite. In year one with Ole Miss, the former Rebel rushed for 4 early touchdowns before sitting most of the year after.
Over the next two seasons, Bentley rushed for 959 yards and nine touchdowns and was one of the highest-rated returning SEC backs heading into his final year for the Rebels. The 2024 season did not go as expected for Bentley, but the former Rebel still received a combine invite thanks to his stellar play throughout his career.
NFL Combine
Bentley measured in at 5-foot-10, 201 pounds at the 2025 NFL Combine, projecting as a late Day 3 pick or priority free agent in the NFL draft. Known for his explosive first step and big-play ability, Bentley flashed home run speed when given space in the open field. His vision and burst makes him a natural fit in a wide-zone or spread offense.
However, NFL Draft analysts believe pass protection remains a major weakness in Bentley’s game, which could limit his third-down usage early in his career. Bentley profiles best as a change-of-pace back and special teams contributor, with the potential to grow into a rotational role if he stays healthy and improves his consistency.
The Houston native measured in at 5-foot-10, 201 pounds, and ran a 4.63 40-yard dash. The value of the former Rebel was tabbed as a potential RB3 with kick-return value.
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