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• 2025 Indianapolis Colts Positional Preview: Safety

Brad Rempel-Imagn Images The Colts enter the season with a strong starting safety tandem, but depth at the position is lacking. The Indianapolis Colts head into the 2025-26 season with a strong starting tandem back deep defensively, though questions surround the position’s longevity based on the group currently slated to back them up. The Colts’ defensive philosophy saw a rebrand with the ...2025
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• Colts’ Shane Steichen among NFL coaches listed on CBS Sports ‘hot seat’ headed into 2025

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images 2025 could be a ‘make-or-break’ year for Colts third-year head coach Shane Steichen. According to CBS Sports, Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen is among the league’s coaches that are currently listed on the ‘hot seat’ ahead of the 2025 season—coming in at the #4 overall heated spot: 4. Shane Steichen Steichen is entering his third seaso...2025
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• Three reasons to be excited about the Colts defense

Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images With a new look comes new reasons to anticipate positive results. The Indianapolis Colts defense got a makeover during the offseason. From a unit that struggled mightily in 2024, expectations are that this could be a strength in 2025. From treading water to a source of optimism, there is plenty to be excited for this year. A New Look Secondary The secondary ha...2025
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• Training camp will showcase a showdown at quarterback for the Colts

Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images With the schedule released, things just got a little more real. Dates for the 2025 Indianapolis Colts training camp have been released. There will be six free and seven primetime practices. To cap it all off, the Colts will hold a joint practice with the Green Bay Packers on August 14th. This marks an exciting moment in the offsea...2025
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• CBS Sports lists Colts QB Anthony Richardson among 9 NFL players who must prove themselves—or bust

Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It’s shaping up to be a make-or-break season for 3rd-year quarterback Anthony Richardson in Indianapolis... According to CBS Sports Cody Benjamin, Indianapolis Colts starting quarterback Anthony Richardson is among nine NFL players who must prove themselves in 2025—or bust: Anthony Richardson IND • QB • #5 Season: 3rd | Drafted: No...2025
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• Did the Colts have one of the NFL’s top 10 offseasons headed into training camp?

Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It hasn’t been all negative regarding the Colts these days... According to CBS Sports Josh Edwards, the Indianapolis Colts had one of the league’s Top 10 offseasons headed into NFL training camp—hitting the list hard at the #8 spot: 8. Indianapolis Colts Super Bowl odds: +8500 ($10 to win $850) Indianapolis finally spent on its sec...2025
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• Colts’ CB Charvarius Ward named one of PFF’s former NFL All-Pro bounce-back candidates

Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images After providing him a lucrative multi-year free agent contract, the Colts are banking on former NFL All-Pro Charvarius Ward bouncing back at cornerback! According to PFF, new Indianapolis Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward is one of their five former NFL All-Pros, who’s a major bounce-back candidate headed into the 2025 season: CB Ch...2025
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• PFF lists Colts QB competition as one of NFL’s Top 10 preseason position battles to watch

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images The Colts starting QB competition is expected to be one of the top positional battles league wide this training camp and preseason. According to PFF, the Indianapolis Colts starting quarterback competition is one of its ‘Top 10 preseason battles to watch for’: Indianapolis Colts: Anthony Richardson vs. Daniel Jones Inconsistency and injuries have l...2025
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• Colts’ QB Anthony Richardson named team’s ‘make-or-break player’ for 2025 season

Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It’s a critical year for Colts QB Anthony Richardson, but we already knew that... According to PFF’s Dalton Wasserman, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson has been named the team’s “make-or-break” player for the 2025 season: Indianapolis Colts: QB Anthony Richardson Heading into just his third NFL season, Richardson i...2025
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• Will the offense or defense find more success for the Colts in 2025?

Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images New looks to both but which unit will rise above? Rosters change every year in sports, and this is especially true in the NFL. Fielding the largest rosters creates the most opportunity for change. While the Indianapolis Colts didn’t undergo the largest roster haul ever, they did make more moves than normal considering last year was essentially a “run it back...2025
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• Most intriguing offensive position battles ahead of Colts training camp

Alec Pierce #14 and Adonai Mitchell #10 walk off the practice field during training camp at Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield, Ind. — Aug. 14, 2024 | Thomas Butler-Guerrero As the Indianapolis Colts wrapped up the offseason program Thursday with the final practice of mandatory veteran minicamp, key position battles are beginning to take form ahead of training camp. The Indianapolis Co...2025
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• Conspiracy Report: Colts GM Chris Ballard Has Leaked the Colts 2025 Draft Plan

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Haters will say it’s fake To the reader: First, I’d like to start by saying this article is presented as a “conspiracy theory” because that’s how this series started. I noticed that general manager Chris Ballard didn’t lie in his press conferences. He usually gave winding vague answers but he never said one thing and then did another. Armed with this observation I s...2025
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"The Colts intend to have an "open" competition at quarterback between Anthony Richardson and a yet-to-be-determined offseason acquisition, general manager Chris Ballard said Tuesday."

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"If you ask current Colts star linebacker Zaire Franklin, his general manager Chris Ballard will be sending everything ‘that’s not nailed down’ to trade up to get Harrison Jr."

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"Colts GM Chris Ballard says Jonathan Taylor's situation 'sucks' for team, fans and star RB"

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"Colts GM Chris Ballard won't commit to Carson Wentz remaining in Indianapolis for 2022 season"

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"Colts sign Frank Reich, Chris Ballard to multi-year extensions through 2026 season"

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"Colts GM Chris Ballard and Bucs coach Bruce Arians on Thursday said those protesting social injustice can't go back to being silent."

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"Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard just keeps putting more chips on his draft board"

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"McDaniels' agent also represents Colts GM Chris Ballard, which could be awkward now"

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"Colts hire Chris Ballard as general manager to replace fired Ryan Grigson"

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"Chris Ballard, Kansas City Chiefs Trent Kirchner, Seattle Seahawks Chris Grier, Miami Dolphins Brian Gaine, Houston Texans Omar Khan, Pittsburgh Steelers Ballard would be the top choice for me—and hopefully special teams coordinator Dave Toub comes with him."

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"Barnes, who played alongside Iverson on the 2005-06 Philadelphia 76ers, told Sports Illustrated's Chris Ballard that he used to watch the 76ers superstar throw between $30,000 and $40,000 at the gentlemen's clubs whenever they went out: Allen was the first guy that showed me how NBA players spend money in strip clubs."

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"China, above any other country, has a torrid love affair with the future Hall of Famer, as Chris Ballard carefully detailed for Sports Illustrated in one of the best sports articles of 2014: As for Kobe, here in China he really is, as the sign reads, "forever young."

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• Colts’ Shane Steichen among NFL coaches listed on CBS Sports ‘hot seat’ headed into 2025
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• Colts’ CB Charvarius Ward named one of PFF’s former NFL All-Pro bounce-back candidates
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• PFF lists Colts QB competition as one of NFL’s Top 10 preseason position battles to watch
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• Colts’ Irsay daughters still firmly believe in Ballard, Steichen, but ‘standard hasn’t been met’ as of late

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images No ownership mandates were publicly made, but this appears to be a pivotal year for the Colts’ top brass—especially with the ownership transition now in place. In their first press conference since transitioning into their new ownership roles with the Colts organization since their late father’s recent passing, the Irsay daughters: Carlie Irsay-Gord...2025
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• From OTA’s to August: Breaking down the QB Competition

Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar-Imagn Images The biggest headline heading into the offseason program is who will take snaps for the Colts in 2025. We’ve heard about this competition since January, and now it’s finally here. And make no mistake, it will be discussed extensively. Narratives will run wild, analysts will race to plant their flag with a specific quarterback—but, honestly, much of the...2025
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• The Pacers have moved in ways the Colts simply have not

Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Same market; different results. The NBA and NFL are two totally different leagues. Let’s get that out of the way. With that said, both the Indiana Pacers and Indianapolis Colts operate out of the same market. Both organizations are hamstrung by some means to build rosters although most of the struggles for that belong to the NBA. When you look at the two te...2025
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• ESPN has an interesting proposal for a Trey Hendrickson trade with Commanders and Colts

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Would the Bengals consider this? The gap between the Cincinnati Bengals’ offer and what star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson wants doesn’t seem to have lessened in size since his public comments a couple of weeks ago. Aside from a Hendrickson post on Instagram with what could be cryptic lyrics, there hasn’t been much movement. The B...2025
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• Report: Colts QB Anthony Richardson ‘fully expects to be ready to go’ for training camp

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images There’s an injury update regarding Colts’ 3rd-year quarterback Anthony Richardson... According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Indianapolis Colts incumbent starting quarterback Anthony Richardson ‘fully expects to be ready to go’ for the team’s training camp. The soon-to-be 3rd-year quarterback recently experienced inflammation in his surgically repaired ...2025
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• Laiatu Latu is primed for a breakout season out with the Colts

Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images No longer a rookie, Latu should be ready to turn last season’s lessons into this year’s results. When the Indianapolis Colts drafted Laiatu Latu in the first round out of UCLA in the 2024 NFL draft, there were some who bemoaned the pick as a mistake. A player who was encouraged to medically retire just a few years prior from a neck injury made fans and analysts al...2025
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• With the Colts under new management, should fans expect change or continuity?

Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images New owner(s) means new expectations, but how much will it vary from the late Jim Irsay? With Jim Irsay’s passing comes the passing of the baton from one Irsay to the other. It happened before from Bob to Jim, and now the franchise belongs to the Irsay daughters all of which are involved in some form or fashion. Carlie Irsay-Gordon, ho...2025
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• Colts-Dolphins opening odds: Let’s take a sneak peek at week one

Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images Opening odds is back! Yes, it’s May. Yes, the 2025 NFL season doesn’t kick off for the Indianapolis Colts until September 7th, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take a look ahead at the opening day matchup with the Miami Dolphins. Opening odds is back, and FanDuel Sportsbook is giving fans something to look forward to by making week one just a little bit more of a r...2025
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• Colts OL Coach Tony Sparano Jr. says the plan is for second-year OL Matt Goncalves to start at RG

The second-year offensive lineman has officially been deemed the starter for the 2025-26 season. After months of speculation and presumption, Indianapolis Colts offensive line Coach Tony Sparano Jr. revealed to local media earlier today that the plan is for second-year tackle Matt Goncalves to slide into right guard and start in place of Will Fries for at least the 2025-26 season. As alluded to, t...2025
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• Re-Grading the Colts 2017 Draft

Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images Let’s take a look back and regrade the Colts Drafts of the Chris Ballard era. Starting with the 1st year of his tenure: 2017. Let’s go back to 2017... Distracted boyfriend became the meme of the year. Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 were hitting the big screens. Kendrick Lamar dropped DAMN. and everyone was listening...2025
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• Colts’ Shane Steichen among NFL coaches listed on CBS Sports ‘hot seat’ headed into 2025
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• CBS Sports lists Colts QB Anthony Richardson among 9 NFL players who must prove themselves—or bust
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• Colts’ CB Charvarius Ward named one of PFF’s former NFL All-Pro bounce-back candidates
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• Colts’ Irsay daughters still firmly believe in Ballard, Steichen, but ‘standard hasn’t been met’ as of late
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• Learning Lou’s Colts Defense: Personnel Groupings

Photo by Courtney Culbreath/Getty Images Throughout the offseason, we’ve gotten to hear about some of the Colts’ schematic changes that are coming on the defensive side of the ball. Throughout the offseason, we’ve gotten to hear from the Indianapolis Colts’ Chris Ballard, Shane Steichen, and Lou Anarumo about some of the schematic changes that are coming on the defensive side of the ball. ...2025
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• Arrowheadlines: Ashton Gillotte expected to be more impactful than most rookies

Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images via Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Saturday, May 3 The latest Ranking NFL’s top 10 instant impact rookies for 2025: Travis Hunter, James Pearce Jr. high on list, RB No. 1 | CBS Sports 8. Ashton Gillotte, EDGE, Chiefs Gillotte is simply one of those defensive linemen that produces. He’s not a freakazoid athlete. He doesn’t have outstanding measura...2025
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• Longtime ESPN draft guru gives Colts ‘B’ overall grade for 2025 NFL Draft class

Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Could be better, could be worse... According to ESPN longtime NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. (subscription), the Indianapolis Colts earned a ‘B’ grade from their 2025 draft class—which was highlighted by first round pick and one of this year’s top tight ends Tyler Warren: Indianapolis Colts: B Top needs entering the draft: Tight end,...2025
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• Colts GM Chris Ballard won't commit to Carson Wentz remaining in Indianapolis for 2022 season
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• Arrowheadlines: Make time before kickoff Thursday for 2 Chiefs documentaries

Nathan Papes/Springfield News-Leader / USA TODAY NETWORK Chiefs headlines for Friday, September 1 The latest NFL Network to air Kansas City Chiefs double feature ahead of opener | FOX 4 The first feature is “America’s Game: 2022 Kansas City Chiefs” and will have in-depth interviews with quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce and defensive tackle Chris Jones to help tell the s...2023
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• Pre-Snap Reads 5/7: Are the Seahawks on the right path?
Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Read! The question posed is maybe an overly simplistic one. At the same time, an important one: are the Seattle Seahawks on the right track? The draft has concluded. Free agency still lingers on. Rookie mini-camps will start soon. We’ve heard from the professionals. Now, let us hear from you! Leave your comments below. Seahawk...2023
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• Colts veteran Charvarius Ward has been impressed initially with rookie CB Justin Walley

Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images An All-Pro Colts cornerback already had high praise for a rookie teammate. According to new veteran cornerback Charvarius Ward, the Indianapolis Colts may have found a good one regarding fellow corner, rookie Justin Walley, who’s already flashed with some early impressions this offseason (via Stampede Blue’s very own Noah Compton...2025
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• Three Free Agents the Indianapolis Colts should target following the NFL Draft

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Indianapolis Colts still have a few holes throughout the roster that could be alleviated with post-draft free-agency help. The Indianapolis Colts’ offseason program continues to ramp up with rookie minicamp kicking off this upcoming weekend. While general manager Chris Ballard surprised with a handful of back-against-the-wall...2025
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• After the draft, Colts based activities hit a bit of a lull

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images What does the Colts schedule look like in the near future? Seasons for all major sports are cyclical and hit periods of intense analysis and coverage followed by lulls in which writers, like yours truly, work to find topics and stories to share with the public. It is the nature of the beast. After the season, the Indianapolis Colts entered such a lull, b...2025
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• ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. calls Colts among ‘biggest winners from Round 1’ after selecting TE Tyler Warren

Photo by Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty Images The Colts came out ahead after a home run pick to begin their 2025 draft class! According to longtime ESPN NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper Jr., the Indianapolis Colts are among the league’s “biggest winners from Round 1” after selecting prized Penn State tight end Tyler Warren with the 14th overall pick: Indianapolis Colts The pick: Tyler Warren (No....2025
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• Colts select Penn State tight end Tyler Warren with 14th overall pick in 2025 NFL Draft

Photo by CFP/Getty Images The Colts’ 2025 first round pick couldn’t have worked out any better in theory... The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren with the 14th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft: Tyler Warren, you’re an Indianapolis Colt. pic.twitter.com/uOmf9Jz1Vs— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) April 25, 2025 It’s one of the rare instances where the consen...2025
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• Who the Colts WON’T be targeting early

Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images Throughout the pre-draft process, fans are inundated with information on who teams might target in the Draft. Lets flip the script, which players DO NOT fit the Colts typical drafting patterns? Lets whittle down the draft boards early on with these players likely off or much lower on the Colts boards than consensus. Photo by Joe Robbins/Ic...2025
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• Compton: Colts 2025 7-Round Mock Draft

Photo by John Smolek/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The NFL Draft officially kicks off later today. It’s finally here. After months of scouting, speculation, and mocked scenarios, the NFL Draft begins tonight at 8 pm EST. Prior to free agency, the Indianapolis Colts had several needs to address. After a handful of uncharacteristic splashes from general manager Chris Ballard and company, ...2025
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