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Reggie Wayne: Three teams that could be a fit

By Matt Verderame

Dec 21, 2014; Arlington, TX, USA; Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne (87) runs after a catch prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 21, 2014; Arlington, TX, USA; Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne (87) runs after a catch prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 11, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne (87) celebrates as he leaves the field following the game against the Denver Broncos in the 2014 AFC Divisional playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Colts defeated the Broncos 24-13. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 11, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne (87) celebrates as he leaves the field following the game against the Denver Broncos in the 2014 AFC Divisional playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Colts defeated the Broncos 24-13. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

The Indianapolis Colts have moved on from Reggie Wayne. After Wayne tore his ACL midway through the 2013 season, genera manager Ryan Grigson began to look for younger alternatives to the man who played incredibly beside Marvin Harrison for so many years.

Wayne is perhaps one of the most underrated players in league history because of that fact, and because Peyton Manning was his quarterback for the majority of his career. Wayne has played 13 seasons and racked up 1,070 receptions for 14,345 yards and 82 touchdowns. The former University of Miami (FL) star has eight season of more than 1,000 receiving yards, including seven straight years from 2004-10.

Wayne still believes he can contribute despite having a down season by his standards with 779 yards, per Mike Wells of ESPN.

"“It’s something I’m excited about,” said Wayne, who received a key to the city of Indianapolis from Mayor Greg Ballard during a luncheon Friday afternoon. “I really am. I guess in due time we’ll figure out where it is.”"

The 36-year-old had surgery to repair a torn triceps this offseason but doesn’t believe it will hold him back in one final campaign.

"“It’s weird ’cause this is one of my best years as far as being in the best shape that I’ve been in a while,” Wayne said. “It’s coming along great.”"

Yet, Grigson and the Colts decided to draft Phillip Dorsett in the first round and signed Andre Johnson, leaving Wayne on the outside looking in. So, which teams would be the best fit for a great veteran looking for a one more ring? Let’s take a look at the contenders.

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