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• Report: Colts believe QB Anthony Richardson’s recent back spasms not long-term issue

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images The Colts have received some encouraging news regarding the long-term medical status of starting quarterback Anthony Richardson’s recent back issues. According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the Indianapolis Colts believe that starting quarterback Anthony Richardson’s recent back spasms—which cost him the last two games of the 2024 regular season, are no...2025
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• Looking deeper at Colts GM Chris Ballard’s end of year press conference and what it all means going forward.

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images What Ballard said and what it all means. On Friday January 10th 2025 Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard sat down in front of the media and answered questions until the questions ran out. You can find other accounts of the press conference but these are the questions and answers I found most telling when considering the future of the Co...2025
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• Key Takeaways from Colts GM Chris Ballard’s end-of-season press conference

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images On Friday morning, Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard held his annual (and league required) end-of-season press conference, after the franchise finished short of another playoff berth—following an underwhelming 8-9 record during the 2024 season. While in the past, Ballard has insisted on his continued process, showing an air of confide...2025
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• After another lost season, are much needed changes finally coming for the Colts?

Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images Another embarrassing loss seals the Colts season, and as we wrap up a ‘lost decade’ of football, meaningful changes appear long overdue. The Indianapolis Colts suffered one of their most embarrassing losses yet in recent franchise memory, when in a must-win game to keep their playoff hopes alive, the Horseshoe fell to the lowly New York Giants (2-13...2024
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• Colts QB Anthony Richardson OUT vs Giants

Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Joe Flacco will start on Sunday Adam Schefter just broke the news that Indianapolis Colts starting quarterback Anthony Richardson will miss their week 17 game against the New York Giants: Colts downgraded QB Anthony Richardson to out for Sunday’s game versus the Giants.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 28, 2024 Joe Fl...2024
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• Colts injury update: Richardson dealing with back and foot injuries on Christmas

Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Colts did not have a practice on Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday, so the normal Wednesday practice report from the Colts came with the stipulation of being only an estimation of a player’s participation if there was a practice. Even without an official Wednesday practice taking place, Thursday brought an important update to...2024
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• Report: Colts believe QB Anthony Richardson’s recent back spasms not long-term issue
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• Key Takeaways from Colts GM Chris Ballard’s end-of-season press conference
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• Colts injury update: Richardson dealing with back and foot injuries on Christmas
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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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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"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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"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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• Looking deeper at Colts GM Chris Ballard’s end of year press conference and what it all means going forward.
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• Colts injury update: Richardson dealing with back and foot injuries on Christmas
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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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• The disappearance of Michael Pittman Jr
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• Colts seventh rotation of thin secondary raises concerns on roster evaluation
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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’ 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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• After another lost season, are much needed changes finally coming for the Colts?
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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
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• Report: Colts’ kicker Matt Gay dealing with groin injury, status for Week 1 unclear
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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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• Arrowheadlines: Chiefs to share German marketing rights with 5 new clubs

Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Tuesday, March 26 The latest NFL’s Global Markets Program adds four new clubs, five new markets in 2024 | NFL.com FOUR NEW CLUBS: Cleveland Browns: Granted rights in Nigeria Detroit Lions: Granted rights across Austria, Canada, Germany and Switzerland Indianapolis Colts: Granted rights across Austria and Germany New York Giants: Grante...2024
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• Ravens News 1/17: Now or Never

Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images The Ravens have had things fall into place this season. Now it’s time to capitalize Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic The 2023 Ravens have been on a fun ride, complete with blowout victories over quality teams, breakout individual performances and another MVP-worthy campaign by quarterback Lamar Jackson. The pressure will be on this weekend to prolong the rid...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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• Looking deeper at Colts GM Chris Ballard’s end of year press conference and what it all means going forward.
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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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• Colts’ Julian Blackmon is receiving starting free safety reps midway through training camp
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• Colts takeaways from 1st minicamp practice—as rookie AD Mitchell continues to turn heads
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• Payton: Problems scoring belong to entire offense, coaches - not just QB
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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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• ‘Everyone’s raving’ about Colts LB Shaquille Leonard’s recovery from 2nd back surgery
Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images There’s been encouraging signs so far at Colts camp regarding Shaq Leonard being back to his ole’ Maniac self. According to The MMQB’s Albert Breer, everyone around Colts camp has been ‘raving’ about former NFL All-Pro linebacker Shaquille Leonard’s recovery from a second back surgery to finally correct a lingering nerve issue in his...2023
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• Jim Irsay is the horse’s ass of the Colts
Photo by Gary Miller/Getty Images Irsay has become the Colts’ biggest headache. At a time where Colts fans should be excited about seeing a new era take shape, owner Jim Irsay seems hellbent on ruining everything. Irsay injected himself into the running back pay discussion last week by taking to Twitter to essentially say “tough luck” to the players who want to see change in the NFL to bet...2023
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• Bengals News (7/28): Cautiously optimistic
Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images The Bengals locker room seems to think Joe Burrow’s injury won’t be that serious. Quick Hits: Bengals Locker Room Cautiously Optimistic On Burrow; Grateful Hendrickson Extends Family StayCautious optimism prevailed in the Bengals locker room after they watched Pro Bowl quarterback Joe Burrow leave the field late in Thursday's sweltering practice at the Ket...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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• Report: Colts believe QB Anthony Richardson’s recent back spasms not long-term issue
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• Looking deeper at Colts GM Chris Ballard’s end of year press conference and what it all means going forward.
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• After another lost season, are much needed changes finally coming for the Colts?
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• Colts QB Anthony Richardson OUT vs Giants
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• Colts injury update: Richardson dealing with back and foot injuries on Christmas
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• Colts’ injury report, Week 13: Josh Downs, Braden Smith, Tanor Bortolini among those inactive vs. Patriots
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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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• After another lost season, are much needed changes finally coming for the Colts?
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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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• 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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• 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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• Dolphins-Colts trade for Jonathan Taylor could come down to the wire

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images Get it done, Chris Grier! I know you’re probably sick of hearing it by now, but the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts continue to discuss a trade that would send the #elite 24-year-old running back to South Florida. The latest on the Jonathan Taylor saga comes via ESPN’s Colts’ beat writer Stephen Holder and, of course, the GOAT Barry Jackson of the...2023
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• The Colts have given Jonathan Taylor permission to seek trade

Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Taylor and his agent are contacting other teams Multiple insiders are reporting that the Indianapolis Colts and general manager Chris Ballard have given star running back Jonathan Taylor permission to seek a trade: Sources: The #Colts have given star RB Jonathan Taylor permission to seek a trade, and conversations to find potential ...2023
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• Colts reportedly hoping for first round pick or the equivalent in a Jonathan Taylor trade

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images The Colts are seeking to maximize disgruntled star running back Jonathan Taylor’s value in any potential trade. According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the Indianapolis Colts are seeking out a first round pick or the equivalent value in any Jonathan Taylor trade—with the franchise now actively making their disgruntled star running back available to other NF...2023
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