Indianapolis Colts will not Resign WR Reggie Wayne

The Indianapolis Colts have announced that they do not plan on resigning wide receiver, Reggie Wayne. The veteran is one of the most loved players in the franchise.

"Everyone knows the greatness and history associated with number 87. He truly is one of a small handful of players who really define the Colts as an organization. He was already a Hall of Famer in the making when Chuck and I arrived in Indianapolis in 2012, but no one has contributed more, on the field and in this building, to our turnaround, our continued growth, and our overall success since then," General manager Ryan Grigson said. "Reggie was the catalyst that sparked and ignited the team during our comeback against Green Bay in 2012. His gritty performance that day and that entire challenging season infused us all with the belief we could overcome any obstacle. His dedication and the example he set are second to none. We wish him nothing but the best in whatever new endeavor he pursues."

Head coach Chuck Pagano added, "My relationship with Reggie goes back to my coaching days at the University of Miami. He is the epitome of what a coach looks for in a player. Hard work, dedication, and sacrifice are just a few ways I would describe him. He encompasses everything that is right about this game, on and off the field. I am so grateful I had the chance to coach Reggie again when I arrived in 2012. It was a blessing to see the impact that he made with this organization and Colts fans around the world. I wish him all the best in the future and thank him for representing the horseshoe in the most professional manner."

Wayne holds the Colts' record of regular season games played at 211 and wins at 143. He is second in the franchise in receptions with 1,070, receiving yards with 14,345, receiving touchdowns with 80, 100-yard games with 43 and consecutive games with a reception with 134.

In the history of the league, the 36-year-old is seventh in receptions and eighth in receiving yards. In NFL postseason history, Wayne is second in career receptions, fourth in receiving yards and tied for seventh in receiving touchdowns.

In 2013, he tore his ACL in his right knee and then the following year, he injured his left elbow. Since these two injuries combined with age, the receiver, who just underwent triceps surgery, has not looked the same.

Wayne was selected by the Colts in the 2001 NFL Draft and has only played for the Colts throughout his long career. He has been selected to six Pro Bowls and was the 2010 Associated Press First Team NFL All-Pro.

In 2014, he played in 15 regular-season games and recorded 779 yards on 64 catches and two touchdowns.

There is no word on whether or not Wayne will retire or play elsewhere.