Colts Release Hankins

[YDFL Commish]

Originally Posted by Brylok

Hankins probably wanted to leave. He doesn't want to play in a 4-3 defense, the roster stinks, and there's very little chance to win the division.

Remember when Ellis Johnson abruptly retired when Dungy took over?

For whatever reason, he loved playing in Fangio's POS defense, and wanted no part of Dungy's defense, which ironically was the perfect fit for him. After the Colts released him, he went on to play a few more successful seasons for the Falcons and Broncos.

This move could be similar, as you're saying, Hankins doesn't want to play in 3-4.