Josh Kreutz
Career Summary
Josh Kreutz is an Illinois center from Bannockburn who signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2026.
He played five seasons at Illinois, where he became a starting center and team captain.
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Early Life
Kreutz is from Bannockburn, Illinois, and is the son of former Chicago Bears center Olin Kreutz.
His father earned six Pro Bowl selections with Chicago.
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High School
Kreutz attended Loyola Academy.
He helped Loyola win the 2018 Illinois Class 8A state championship at Memorial Stadium and committed to Illinois in July 2020.
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College Career
Kreutz played at Illinois from 2021 through 2025.
He redshirted in 2021 and played primarily on special teams in 2022. He then started 12 games at center in 2023, all 13 in 2024, and 12 in 2025, finishing with 53 appearances and 37 starts.
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Path to the NFL
Kreutz completed his Illinois career with three seasons of starting-center experience.
Indianapolis signed him as an undrafted free agent on June 1, 2026.
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NFL Career
The Indianapolis Colts signed Kreutz in June 2026.
He joined the team's offseason roster as an undrafted center.
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Career Accomplishments
Kreutz earned All-Big Ten honorable mention recognition in 2023 and 2024.
He served as Illinois team captain in 2024 and 2025 and graduated from the university in May 2025.
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