On Monday, ESPN’s John Clayton blogged that Indy was only ‘thinking’ about signing former running back Dominic Rhodes, after he was cut from the Oakland Raiders.

Then yesterday, NFL Network’s Adam Schefter reported that Rhodes was close to reaching a deal to return to the Colts for the 2008 season.

Schefter’s news has since been confirmed by the Indianapolis Star. Rhodes has signed a one year deal with the team.

The Colts signing of Rhodes brings another option to the team for Joseph Addai’s backup. Many are wondering how this will affect Mike. And while I cannot speak for him, I’d like to think that this signing will have little impact on him, his goals, and his work ethic.

Mike is still going to give his all in practice and training sessions. He has the inner drive to want to be the best player he can be. So bringing in more competition at his position isn’t likely to affect his mindset. He’s an extremely hard worker who will push himself and his teammates. The best player will see the field regardless.

So if you’re worried about how Mike is going to handle this, don’t be. Mike Hart will be just fine.