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• Colts RB Jonathan Taylor on critical fumble: ‘It will never happen again’

Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Colts running back Jonathan Taylor’s 3rd quarter gaffe led to a Broncos rally that Indianapolis never recovered from. Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor took ownership and accountability of his shocking 3rd quarter fumble during Sunday’s loss to the Denver Broncos, in which he celebrated prematurely and dropped the ball short of crossing th...2024
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• Report: Colts starting slot wideout Josh Downs ‘expected to play’ vs. Broncos

Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images The Colts receiving corps is expected to get a big boost in a critical late season road game against the Denver Broncos. According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, Indianapolis Colts starting slot wideout Josh Downs (“Questionable”) is expected to play during Sunday’s critical clash against the Denver Broncos despite a recent shoulder injury (via ESPN’s Adam Sche...2024
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• Numbers show Colts aren't worried about Anthony Richardson's injury history after benching

Colts reporter Stephen Holder clarified that the team's use of Anthony Richardson over the past three games shows Shane Steichen and Co. have few concerns about the QB's health....2024
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• Colts’ injury report, Week 13: Josh Downs, Braden Smith, Tanor Bortolini among those inactive vs. Patriots

Jenna Watson-USA TODAY Sports Who’s inactive for the Indianapolis Colts’ Week 13 matchup against the New England Patriots? The Indianapolis Colts released their list of inactive players for Sunday’s matchup against the New England Patriots. Among those inactive for Indianapolis include the list of players below. Alec Pierce is active for #INDvsNE. pic.twitter.com/tZXB5c6xd6— Indianapoli...2024
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• 5 Q preview: What to make of Anthony Richardson’s early benching

Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images What is different since Anthony Richardson’s benching? We asked @StampedeBlue about the matchup between the Detroit Lions and Indianapolis Colts. More Detroit Lions football is right around the corner, and we would never pass up the opportunity to get some intel from the opponent’s perspective. We called on Chris Shepherd of StampedeBlue.com to give us some i...2024
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• Should the Colts have done more to support Anthony Richardson’s development early on?

Photo by David Berding/Getty Images The Colts eventually did bring in an accomplished veteran backup for Anthony Richardson, but was it the right guy for the job and soon enough? Indianapolis Colts 2nd-year quarterback Anthony Richardson was reinstated this week as the starter, after a two-week benching because of the coaching staff’s purported “lack of attention-to-detail and preparation...2024
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• Report: Colts starting slot wideout Josh Downs ‘expected to play’ vs. Broncos
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• Numbers show Colts aren't worried about Anthony Richardson's injury history after benching
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• Colts’ injury report, Week 13: Josh Downs, Braden Smith, Tanor Bortolini among those inactive vs. Patriots
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• 5 Q preview: What to make of Anthony Richardson’s early benching
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• Much ado is being made about nothing regarding Anthony Richardson’s ‘requested breather’

Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images Let’s not make Anthony Richardson’s requested breather a bigger deal than it should be! I’m looking at you, Colts fans! If you’re an Indianapolis Colts fan, much ado will be made this early week regarding starting quarterback Anthony Richardson asking for an ‘in-game breather’ because he was admittedly “tired” during the late third quarter, after a stretc...2024
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• Colts’ Chris Ballard’s ‘run-it-back’ secondary is hanging on by a thread at outside cornerback

Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images The injuries and cuts are mounting at the Colts outside cornerback spot, which may be just one key injury away from finally collapsing. Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard remained ‘bullish’ on his young secondary all offseason, regarding a unit that appeared to be rather green at initial glance. That was despite the lingering question of...2024
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• Report: Colts QB Anthony Richardson ‘extremely optimistic’ about playing Week 6

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is reportedly very hopeful that he’ll be back on the field for Week 6 vs. Titans. According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, Indianapolis Colts starting quarterback Anthony Richardson is ‘extremely optimistic’ about playing in Week 6 on the road against the AFC South rival Tennessee Titans: Regarding Colts QB Anthony R...2024
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• Report: Colts starting RG Will Fries will undergo immediate tibia surgery in Jacksonville

Photo by Courtney Culbreath/Getty Images Colts starting RG Will Fries will undergo tibia surgery in Jacksonville with the thought that his season may be over. According to head coach Shane Steichen, Indianapolis Colts starting right guard Will Fries will undergo tibia surgery in Jacksonville following his significant lower leg injury suffered during Week 5’s road loss against the Jacksonv...2024
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• Report: Colts QB Anthony Richardson to undergo MRI on hip, but optimism he won’t miss any time

Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images Colts QB Anthony Richardson reportedly suffered a hip pointer, but it’s not expected to keep him out for long, if it even does at all. Indianapolis Colts starting quarterback Anthony Richardson reportedly suffered a hip pointer, after inexplicably failing to slide on a 14-yard run midway through the first quarter during Sunday afternoon upset home ...2024
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• The disappearance of Michael Pittman Jr

Michael Pittman Jr has been invisible this season; we break down why Last March, the Colts gave Michael Pittman Jr a very large contract, totalling $68M over 3 years with $46M guaranteed. At the time, he had just finished his 4th year in the NFL and had his best season to date, with 109 receptions, 1152 yards and 4 touchdowns. He had played with a different main quarterback every season (Rivers in...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Chiefs graded a ‘B’ for Neil Farrell trade

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Thursday, August 31 The latest 2023 NFL cutdown day: Trade grades for rapid fire deals prior to teams shrinking to 53 players | CBS Sports Chiefs acquire DT Neil Farrell from Raiders The Chiefs add some depth on their defensive front with 2022 First-Team All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones still holding out for a new deal. The Raid...2023
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• Pro Football Hall of Fame Game 2016: Top Storylines for Packers vs. Colts
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"The Indianapolis Colts have accepted the finding that the Washington Commanders did not contact former quarterback Andrew Luck and, therefore, did not violate the NFL's anti-tampering rules, a league source tells ESPN's Stephen Holder."

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"No offer has been made, Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star notes (on Twitter), but he adds the Colts don’t appear to be nervous about the Titans’ late entrance into this race."

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"According to Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star, Grigson has “met with quite a few players this week."

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"While the 34-year-old receiver doesn't have much left to prove, Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star reported in February that he would like to continue playing: Johnson would be free to sign with any team, but it is unclear how much interest in him there will be after such a tough season."

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"Stephen Holder of The Indianapolis Star praised the decision: Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray is dealing with a broken bone in his hand, which limited his effectiveness to the point that he averaged less than three yards per carry."

• Should the Colts have done more to support Anthony Richardson’s development early on?
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• Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell shares words of encouragement with Colts QB Anthony Richardson

Photo by David Berding/Getty Images “You’re a bad dude. And you’re going to play a long time in this league,” O’Connell said to Richardson following the Vikings’ SNF win over the Colts. Anthony Richardson’s benching wasn’t a shocking move to just Colts fans but the entire NFL landscape. While most media members and pundits shared their concerns with Richardson and/or the move altogether, i...2024
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• Was Colts QB Anthony Richardson’s benching caused by both a lack of awareness and miscommunication?

Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images It sounds like there was a breakdown on both sides regarding 2nd-year quarterback Anthony Richardson’s recent (and surprising) demotion. According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder on 93.5 / 107.5 The Fan’s ‘The Ride with JMV’, he believes the Indianapolis Colts could’ve done a better a job of communicating their expectations to recently demoted 2nd-year pr...2024
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• Report: Colts QB Anthony Richardson ‘extremely optimistic’ about playing Week 6
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• Report: Colts starting RG Will Fries will undergo immediate tibia surgery in Jacksonville
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• Report: Colts QB Anthony Richardson to undergo MRI on hip, but optimism he won’t miss any time
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• The disappearance of Michael Pittman Jr
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• Colts seventh rotation of thin secondary raises concerns on roster evaluation

Colts cornerback JuJu Brents runs through a drill during training camp practice while the cornerback unit observes — July 27, 2024 at Grand Park in Westfield, Ind. | Thomas Butler-Guerrero “Obviously, unfortunate for us,” Shane Steichen said. “He’d been battling like crazy from last year, and to come back this year, and to have what happened to him again is a tough deal.” An endless corn...2024
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• Is it too early for Colts fans to panic about Matt Gay?

Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Matt Gay was money against the Baltimore Ravens last year setting a NFL record for most kicks made over 50 yards in a game. It was a drizzly affair, but the newly signed kicker made it look easy as the Indianapolis Colts picked up an improbable early season victory on the road. Fast forward through the season and the once automatic ki...2024
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• Today seems like a good day for the Colts to sign Justin Simmons

Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images The time for playing around is over. It is time to make the call. The Indianapolis Colts had a less than average defense last year. Their overall rating sat at 24th in the NFL. With that said, the Indianapolis version of the team did break a franchise record for most sacks. What that shows and what was obvious to see was that the defensive front for th...2024
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• Colts RB Jonathan Taylor on critical fumble: ‘It will never happen again’
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• Report: Colts starting slot wideout Josh Downs ‘expected to play’ vs. Broncos
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• Should the Colts have done more to support Anthony Richardson’s development early on?
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• Report: Colts benching starting QB Anthony Richardson in favor of Joe Flacco

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images A quarterback change is coming for the Indianapolis Colts. After much speculation surrounding a possible change at quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts, the team made their decision Tuesday afternoon, opting to bench second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson for veteran backup Joe Flacco, per multiple reports. ESPN’s Adam Schefter was the first to rep...2024
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• Former Seahawks assistant Robert Saleh fired as Jets head coach

Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images Saleh was just 20-36 as head coach of the Jets at the time of his firing. We have our first in-season head coach firing of the 2024 NFL season, and where else do you think it could’ve come from other than the circus that is the New York Jets? Even though the Jets are just a game out of first place in the AFC East, consecutive offensively-starved losses to the Den...2024
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• The disappearance of Michael Pittman Jr
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• Anthony Richardson’s otherworldy throw was the NFL’s longest non-Hail Mary pass since at least 2016

Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images Anthony Richardson made history at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday with his gargantuan touchdown pass. The lows were low however the highs were of the highest caliber for Anthony Richardson's debut back from a season-ending injury. As you’ve likely seen 100 times by now, Richardson’s slip ‘n slide backfoot bomb to Alec Pierce was an unreal sight. Some people have said ...2024
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• Report: Colts’ kicker Matt Gay dealing with groin injury, status for Week 1 unclear

Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay is dealing with a groin injury that could possibly keep him out of their Week 1 season-opener against the Houston Texans. Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Gay is dealing with a groin injury, according to Colts head coach Shane Steichen, via ESPN’s Stephen Holder. Colts coach Shane Steichen says K Ma...2024
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• Colts’ Chris Ballard is sticking to his guns to the bitter end

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images The GM for the Colts isn’t worried about getting fired. Maybe he should be. Chris Ballard of the Indianapolis Colts sat down with the media for a presser on Wednesday. While he has always chosen his words carefully, he isn’t someone who is going to be compromising his beliefs any time soon. Ballard believes what he believes and builds a team the way ...2024
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• Colts Training Camp Quick Hits: ‘Day 12’

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images That’s a wrap at Grand Park for Colts training camp... with some joint practices next week still ahead of their road preseason finale against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Indianapolis Colts wrapped up their final training camp practice at Grand Park on Thursday evening (Day 12 of 12) with a consecutive joint practice session with the Arizona Cardinal...2024
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• Colts RB Jonathan Taylor on critical fumble: ‘It will never happen again’
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• Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell shares words of encouragement with Colts QB Anthony Richardson
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• The disappearance of Michael Pittman Jr
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• Is it too early for Colts fans to panic about Matt Gay?
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• Colts’ Julian Blackmon is receiving starting free safety reps midway through training camp

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images While the NFL’s safety positions are largely more interchangeable these days, the Colts have started to give Julian Blackmon more reps at free safety, rather than his more natural strong safety position. Indianapolis Colts starting safety Julian Blackmon, who continues to be among the team’s biggest standouts midway through training camp, has recent...2024
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• Colts takeaways from 1st minicamp practice—as rookie AD Mitchell continues to turn heads

Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Colts rookie 2nd round pick AD Mitchell continues to make plays throughout the early offseason practices—and we’re taking notice. The Indianapolis Colts kicked off their first practice of mandatory veteran 3-day minicamp—which will be the local media’s last look until NFL training camp kicks off later in July. While there were quite ...2024
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• Andrew Luck was back with the Colts, if just for one night

Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports The reserved and normally out of the spotlight quarterback made a rare public appearance back with his former team. Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts were back to being said in the same breath, and it wasn’t just to rehash his infamous retirement or for fans to wishfully think about him returning to lead the team. Luck returned to participate in Chuc...2024
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• Report: Colts have had talks with Vikings free agent DE Danielle Hunter

Photo by Bailey Hillesheim/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Colts have engaged Minnesota Vikings veteran free agent defensive end Danielle Hunter, who had 16.5 total sacks last season. According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the Indianapolis Colts have had talks with Minnesota Vikings veteran free agent defensive end Danielle Hunter among other players: Among the outside free agents th...2024
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• Payton: Problems scoring belong to entire offense, coaches - not just QB

Photo by RJ Sangosti/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images Speaking on Monday, head coach Sean Payton said the struggle to throw the ball against KC was a problem and admitted it’s a challenge getting the ball to all the playmakers. Among the many frustrating things about the Denver Broncos’ 19-8 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs last Thursday was the offense’s inability to complet...2023
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• Potential landing spots for Jonathan Taylor & his trade price

Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK Jonathan Taylor has been disgruntled for some time now and the Colts finally gave in slightly, allowing Taylor to seek a trade. Taylor has been seeking a new contract extension with the team, and has been more motivated to do so since Jim Irsay’s bus conversation with him. Taylor is in the final year of his rookie contract, and his 2023 season ...2023
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• Andrew Luck's Contract Option Picked Up by Colts: Latest Details and Reaction
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• Andrew Luck Injury: Updates on Colts Star's Kidney, Abdominal and Return
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• Trent Richardson out vs. Patriots for Personal Reasons: Latest Details, Reaction
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• Chuck Pagano Reportedly Ordered to Follow Front Office Lineup Decisions
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• Trent Richardson Suspension Reportedly Came After Tending to Pregnant Girlfriend
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• The Indianapolis Colts Define Disappointment in 2015
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• Flawed Colts Little More Than Best Team in Weak AFC South
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• Andre Johnson Reportedly to Be Released by Colts: Latest Details and Reaction
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• Fantasy Football Week 12 Cheat Sheet: Flex Rankings, Projections for Waiver Adds
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• 2016 NFL Predictions: Fantasy Studs and Duds at Every Position
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• Fantasy Football 2016: Breaking Down Mock Draft, Bold Picks and Strategy
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• Fantasy Football Week 17 Cheat Sheet: Waiver, Rankings, Projections and More
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• Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Week 16: Making the Call on Fantasy Football Fringe Starters
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• Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Week 15: Making the Call on Fantasy Football Fringe Starters
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• Andrew Luck, TY Hilton, Reggie Wayne, Coby Fleener Post-Week 13 Fantasy Reaction
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• Julius Thomas' Nagging Ankle Injury Makes Him Risky Fantasy Option in Week 13
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• Trent Richardson's Updated 2014 Fantasy Outlook Heading into Week 12
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• NFL Injury Report Week 9: Team-by-Team Updates, Inactive List and More
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• Colts RB Jonathan Taylor on critical fumble: ‘It will never happen again’
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• Report: Colts starting slot wideout Josh Downs ‘expected to play’ vs. Broncos
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• Colts’ injury report, Week 13: Josh Downs, Braden Smith, Tanor Bortolini among those inactive vs. Patriots
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• 5 Q preview: What to make of Anthony Richardson’s early benching
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• Should the Colts have done more to support Anthony Richardson’s development early on?
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• Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell shares words of encouragement with Colts QB Anthony Richardson
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• Was Colts QB Anthony Richardson’s benching caused by both a lack of awareness and miscommunication?
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• Report: Colts benching starting QB Anthony Richardson in favor of Joe Flacco
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• Much ado is being made about nothing regarding Anthony Richardson’s ‘requested breather’
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• Former Seahawks assistant Robert Saleh fired as Jets head coach
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• Colts RB Jonathan Taylor on critical fumble: ‘It will never happen again’
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• Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell shares words of encouragement with Colts QB Anthony Richardson
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• Report: Colts benching starting QB Anthony Richardson in favor of Joe Flacco
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• Much ado is being made about nothing regarding Anthony Richardson’s ‘requested breather’
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• The internet is buzzing as Laiatu Latu is turning heads at Colts training camp

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images The rookie is impressing early in camp. Laiatu Latu was a bit of a controversial pick for the Indianapolis Colts in this year’s NFL draft. The news quickly made the rounds that he had been encouraged to medically retire from football just two short years ago after sustaining a neck injury. Many fans were losing their minds. Fast-forward a few months ...2024
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• Chris Ballard on Colts free agency: ‘We signed a bunch of good players, happened to be our own’

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The Colts were ‘quiet’ regarding external free agency additions, as they focused on re-signing their own players. During last weekend’s ‘The Rich Eisen Show,’ Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard supported the franchise’s recent activity in free agency—as the team re-signed a number of key starters for next season and beyond, without many external ad...2024
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• Andrew Luck was back with the Colts, if just for one night
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• The Chiefs and Colts apparently have not discussed a trade for L’Jarius Sneed

Robert Scheer/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK ESPN’s Adam Schefter weighed in on the “Pat McAfee Show” Monday. Over the weekend, speculation ran wild regarding a trade of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed to the Indianapolis Colts. On Saturday, many felt that an announcement of such a trade was imminent. But that is not the case, as made clear by ESPN insider Adam Schefter on a Mo...2024
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• L’Jarius Sneed watch continues for the Colts

Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images News was hot this morning, yet reports surrounding the pursuit for Sneed remain unclear. Like the majority of you, I woke up this morning to news that the Indianapolis Colts had agreed to a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs for the darling of the offseason, L’Jarius Sneed. Social media was abuzz with cheers from Colts fans patting Chris Ballard on the back. ...2024
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• Colts team owner Jim Irsay has idea to fix recent incorrect, game-altering penalties late

IndyStar-USA TODAY Sports Colts team owner Jim Irsay has spoken and proposes a solution to fix officiating mistakes late in games. Perhaps at the expense of his wallet, Indianapolis Colts team owner Jim Irsay has an idea to remedy the recent highly suepect, game-altering calls we’ve seen from NFL officials: URGENT NFL/COLTS NEWS: #5 QB Anthony Richardson’s surgery today in LA was a su...2023
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