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Colts GM and scouts are drafting for their jobs.

The draft will be in Pittsburgh in less than a month and the Colts have seven picks to try and address six varying degrees of need. Andrew Aziz gave us these six needs last week and I not only agree with the positions, but the order of importance as well. A quick recap of the […]

Colts still evaluating LB options at remaining key position of need

According to longtime general manager Chris Ballard, the Indianapolis Colts are still evaluating options at their depleted linebacker position—including both externally and internally, with a mention of even ascending 3rd-year linebacker Jaylon Carlies as a realistic replacement possibility (via Stampede Blue’s Noah Compton): After the Colts traded former All-Pro veteran linebacker Zaire Franklin to the […]

Trade market for Colts QB Anthony Richardson has reportedly been ‘soft’ so far

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the trade market for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Antony Richardson has so far been soft—meaning longtime general manager Chris Ballard hasn’t been compelled to move him quite yet: Despite reported initial interest from trade suitors such as the Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, and Washington Commanders, Ballard himself […]

Colts ownership may believe in Daniel Jones, but do you?

This isn’t a critique of Daniel Jones’ toughness. This isn’t a critique of him as a person. This is solely a critique of whether you believe Jones is the right person to lead the Indianapolis Colts at quarterback. People who know him much better than I do say yes. Is that hot air sold to […]

Colts ownership believes in re-signed QB Daniel Jones as does the current locker room

On ESPN’s ‘The Pat McAfee Show’ with host Pat McAfee, Indianapolis Colts team owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon explained some of the franchise’s rationale in bringing back both starting quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce in free agency—particularly as it relates to the former: “I mean first I was very excited to get […]

Colts GM Chris Ballard provides update on QB Anthony Richardson’s trade market

On ‘Up and Adams’ with host Kay Adams, at the 2026 NFL Annual League Meeting, Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard indicated that while ascending 4th-year quarterback Anthony Richardson is available for trade, ‘nothing has materialized at this point’: In late February, it was reported that the Colts had granted Richardson and his representation permission […]

Returning Colts CB Charvarius Ward asks motivational question on social media

Indianapolis Colts veteran cornerback Charvarius Ward, who seemingly intends to return for the 2026 season, posted a motivational question on his personal social media account (via The Athletic’s James Boyd): While Ward hasn’t officially announced his return, he hasn’t elected for retirement either, and all signs point toward him lacing them up again for next […]

Colts “March Madness”: Bubble teams

This is the last installment in the March Madness series, and while it could have been the first, think of it in terms of the last four in. The bubble teams are the ones on the fringes. It seems like we have some sense of who they are but aren’t 100% sure. They still need […]

What do the Colts still need this offseason?

Free agency has slowed down, and while the Colts have made a number of moves, this roster is still far from complete. Some key decisions are already locked in. Daniel Jones is back. Alec Pierce has been signed long-term. The defensive line added depth. But when you take a step back and look at the […]

Best of the Rest: Colts’ remaining free agent options at key positions of need

While the first frenzied waves of free agency are over, the Indianapolis Colts still have a few key roster holes to fill this early offseason, particularly at defensive end, linebacker, wide receiver, and potentially safety. We’ll take a look at the best remaining free agent options at each position: Defensive End With a pair of […]

Colts Film Breakdown: Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and the Future of the Z-Receiver

Colts signed Nick Westbrook-Ikhine to add to their WR corps on a 1-year $1.2M deal. The Colts decision to part ways with Pittman was much more of a financial decision than a football decision, but I am curious on what the Colts’ plan for the Z-receiver is. Michael Pittman was known for his toughness and […]

Colts Reacts Survey

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Colts fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Please take our survey

Colts “March Madness”: Cinderellas

Cinderellas are what make the NCAA tournament what it is. Without some unheard of team breaking out of the first round and making some noise in the tournament, it’s all chalk, and that is boring. NIL has changed the landscape, but just because Cinderellas are in trouble, it doesn’t mean they’re dead. The Indianapolis Colts […]

Colts backup free agent running back plucked by Falcons this early offseason

The Atlanta Falcons announced on Thursday that the team has signed former Indianapolis Colts running back Tyler Goodson to a deal in free agency: Originally signed as an undrafted free agent out of Iowa by the Green Bay Packers, the 25-year-old running back had spent the last three seasons in Indianapolis, having been initially signed […]

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ESPN ranks Colts current 2026 free agency class among NFL’s bottom tier

According to ESPN’s Ben Solak, the Indianapolis Colts currently have one of the NFL’s bottom tier free agency classes, coming in at 27th overall, which was highlighted by the priority re-signings of both quarterback Daniel Jones and wideout Alec Pierce: 27. Indianapolis Colts Key acquisitions and returning players: Daniel Jones, Alec Pierce, Arden Key, Colby Wooden, Micheal Clemons, Cam Taylor-Britt, Akeem Davis-Gaither, Nick […]

PFF lists Colts best, worst free agency move

According to PFF, the Indianapolis Colts best and worst free agency moves happened to be their top two free agency priorities, regarding re-signing both wide receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones respectively: Indianapolis Colts Favorite Move: WR Alec Pierce Admittedly, the Colts made a big investment in a wide receiver who has not truly had […]

Colts “March Madness”: Bracket busters

Your bracket is busted. I know it is. If you’re like me, it was no longer perfect after the very first game. Hey, don’t throw shade. 18 million brackets were done because of that game. Anyway…the Indianapolis Colts have had their share of bracket busters along the way; moves that seemed like winners but ended […]

Can Colts find trading partner at the NFL League Meetings?

Lets set aside our differing views on the construction of the 2026 version of the Colts to this point. We can do a lot of complaining or hyping, depending on your current level of satisfaction. Even though I am okay with the steps taken so far, I do not think that it is a stretch […]

Could Colts trading for Vikings edge Jonathan Greenard be missing offseason move?

After reportedly missing out on Trey Hendrickson, the Indianapolis Colts appear to remain very active in the impact pass rushing edge market, where there’s still a glaring hole this offseason opposite Laiatu Latu. Recently, the Colts have been connected as a potential trade partner with the Minnesota Vikings for their standout pass rusher Jonathan Greenard—among […]

Colts Reacts Survey Results

The Indianapolis Colts completed their two top priorities entering NFL free agency two weeks ago, re-signing both starting quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce—albeit at arguably inflated rates. That being said, the Colts couldn’t afford to reasonably lose either top player, given the lack of suitable internal replacements, although one could make the […]

Colts “March Madness”: Dark horse contenders

Only four teams can claim a number one seed each year and rarely do we ever see all of them make it to the Final Four. There are plenty of options for true contenders smattered throughout the rest of the two, three, four, and even five seeds. For the Indianapolis Colts, these contenders are moves […]

Colts Reacts Survey

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Colts fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Please take our survey

Colts “March Madness”: The number one seeds

March Madness is here and with it comes a high level of excitement and a warm welcome to the chaos. The more unpredictable, the better the tournament can be. The most stable picks are usually the number one seeds. These are the top dogs that have run the gauntlet in the toughest conferences. In the […]

Colts former longtime WR great T.Y. Hilton officially announces retirement

Former Indianapolis Colts wideout great T.Y. Hilton took to Twitter (or X?) to officially announce his retirement, having not played professional football since 2022. Now 36-years-old, the 11-year veteran formally finishes his highly productive pro career with 638 receptions for 9,812 total receiving yards (15.4 ypr. avg.) and 53 touchdown receptions during 146 career games […]

Colts reportedly add WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, LB Akeem Davis-Gaither in free agency

According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the Indianapolis Colts have made two more free agent signings, inking former Miami Dolphins wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Arizona Cardinals linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither to new deals: Regarding Westbrook-Ikhine, the former undrafted free agent out of IU initially began his career as a member of the Tennessee Titans (2020-24), but […]