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Ranking the Colts’ most valuable trade assets: Nos. 10-6
Before getting into the list, it is important to make the purpose clear. This does not mean the Colts should trade any of these players, and it does not mean they would accept these offers if another team called. Some players are worth more to Indianapolis than they would be on the open market, and […]
The Colts five most critical games of 2026
The Indianapolis Colts have their whole season in front of them, and while every game is important, some stand out more than others. Let’s see the most critical. Week 1 – Baltimore Ravens Things start out early. This game is important for two reasons. The first game is always important because teams want to get […]
Colts training camp battle early preview: Kicker
Honestly, the most open Indianapolis Colts training camp competition may actually be at starting kicker where incumbent Blake Grupe will be trying to hold off promising young former starting kicker Spencer Shrader. At one point last year, the Colts kicking job was squarely Shrader’s to lose, as Indianapolis rather surprisingly released veteran placekicker Matt Gay […]
Colts Reacts Survey
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Days before Monshun Sales commits, he challenged Colts CB Sauce Gardner to 1-on-1 matchup
Most high school football players dream about meeting an NFL star and would have asked for a picture or advice, but Indiana’s top high school recruit asked to compete in a 1-on-1 matchup against the very best in his home city. When Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner paid a visit to Lawrence North High School […]
Are the Colts really going to start the season with this group of receivers?
The Indianapolis Colts have a new number one receiver. Alec Pierce’s new $114 million deal makes him the big man on campus. Well, at least the big man in the receiver room for the Colts. If he can build on last year, he has a chance to earn every penny. Beyond his own abilities, having […]
Former Colts Hall of Fame head coach ranked among NFL’s Top 20 all-time, per CBS Sports
According to CBS Sports Bryan DeArdo, former Indianapolis Colts Super Bowl winning and NFL Hall of Famer Tony Dungy was ranked among their Top 20 all-time head coaches in NFL history: 20. Tony Dungy A little-known fact about Tony Dungy, he led the Steelers in interceptions during Pittsburgh’s 1978 championship season. After a short NFL playing career, […]
Why is no one trading with the Colts for Anthony Richardson?
I know very little about Anthony Richardson the person, and I have never had the chance to meet him. Just like you, my opinion is based on the limited view I am provided through media coverage. With that said, I believe Richardson to be a good person. The following isn’t a question of whether Richardson […]
CBS Sports says Colts have some work to do among NFL’s best ranked triplets
According to CBS Sports Jared Dubin, the Indianapolis Colts have some work to do regarding the league’s “best triplets,” as the trio of starting quarterback Daniel Jones, running back Jonathan Taylor, and wide receiver Alec Pierce came in as just the NFL’s 21st best playmaking trio: 21. Indianapolis Colts (Avg. 20.6, High: 14, Low: 25) […]
Colts’ Alec Pierce receives votes for being Top 10 NFL wideout in ESPN’s annual league survey
While he fell short of the sticks, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce did receive votes for being among the NFL’s Top 10 wideouts in an annual league survey conducted by NFL general managers, executives, and coaches (via ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler): Also receiving votes: Alec Pierce, Tee Higgins, DK Metcalf, Terry McLaurin, Garrett Wilson, DeVonta Smith, Ladd McConkey, Brian Thomas Jr., Jaylen Waddle, Chris Olave […]
Colts training camp battle early preview: Linebacker
The Indianapolis Colts have almost completely revamped their linebacker corps, as backups Austin Ajiake and Jaylon Carlies are the lone memorable holdovers from last year’s defense. Specifically, the Colts sent former All-Pro linebacker Zaire Franklin to the Green Bay Packers in an earlier offseason trade, while fellow veteran starter Germaine Pratt remains unsigned as a […]
Colts Reacts Survey Results
With the heat rising, and Indianapolis Colts training camp still a few weeks away, we’re still firmly in the ‘dog days’ of the summer. That being said, there is always Colts related content to discuss, if you look hard enough. One thing that I wanted to bring to the forefront is the question of “Who […]
Since this should be a time for optimism, which Colts could take home hardware this season?
Yes, it is that dreaded time of year where relevant information trickles in, leaving a lot of room for speculative articles. So, why not speculate our butts off and consider who might be standing at a podium or live streamed, accepting an Associated Press Award for the various awards they give out. I know many […]
Quenton Nelson ranked as NFL’s No. 2 interior offensive lineman by ESPN
Quenton Nelson remains one of the NFL’s most respected offensive linemen. He is still viewed as one of the best guards in football. ESPN released its ranking of the league’s top interior offensive linemen, based on voting from NFL executives, coaches and scouts, and Nelson came in at No. 2. That is a strong reminder […]
Why limiting Jonathan Taylor’s workload needs to be smart, not automatic
Colts running backs coach DeAndre Smith made it clear that Indianapolis wants to be careful with Jonathan Taylor’s workload this season, saying the team “definitely need to find ways to take some of that workload off” its star running back. Shane Steichen also acknowledged the obvious challenge, noting that Taylor is difficult to take off […]
Colts OT Bernhard Raimann receives votes for Top 10 players at his position in league survey
While he neither made the Top 10 players at his position nor received an ‘honorable mention,’ Indianapolis Colts starting left tackle Bernhard Raimann did receive votes in ESPN’s annual league survey that is conducted yearly by NFL executives, coaches, and scouts (via ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler): Also receiving votes: Spencer Brown, Armand Membou, Brian O’Neill, Bernhard Raimann, Ronnie Stanley, Kolton Miller, Jake Matthews […]
Daniel Jones cleared for full participation ahead of Colts training camp
Daniel Jones appears ready to go for training camp. Jones said via video from James Boyd of TheAthletic.com that he has been “cleared to do everything” as he continues his recovery from the Achilles injury he suffered last season. Jones had already progressed to 7-on-7 work during the Colts’ offseason program, and he is expected […]
VIP experience up for grabs at Colts’ last Grand Park training camp
Before the Indianapolis Colts move training camp to the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center in 2027, there will be one more ride in store at Grand Park in Westfield. Training camp is approaching quickly, and the Colts are giving one lucky fan a chance to experience it in the best way possible. The contest starts […]
Colts TE Tyler Warren debuts on ESPN’s annual league survey among top players at position
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, and his annual league survey conducted by league executives, coaches, and scouts, Indianapolis Colts ascending 2nd-year tight end Tyler Warren is a Top 5 player at his position: 5. Tyler Warren, Indianapolis Colts Highest ranking: 3 | Lowest ranking: 10Age: 24 | Last year’s ranking: N/A Warren was considered a can’t-miss prospect coming out of Penn State in […]
Report: Colts among teams that have inquired on released Lions CB Terrion Arnold
According to the Detroit Free Press’ Dave Birkett, the Indianapolis Colts are among the NFL suitors that have expressed initial interest in potentially signing former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, who was recently released by the Lions after being arrested—and still awaits trial on felony kidnapping and robbery charges: “During that hearing (regarding an ankle […]
Colts Reacts Survey
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Which Colts should be next for the Ring of Honor?
With Adam Vinatieri set to become the 21st member of the Colts Ring of Honor, it is worth asking who should be next. Vinatieri is an obvious choice. He is one of the greatest kickers in NFL history, helped the Colts win Super Bowl XLI, scored an NFL-record 2,673 points, and gave Indianapolis 14 seasons […]
Colts football is taking a backseat to the world’s football
The life of an NFL fan from May through most of July is rough. Free agency is over, the draft has concluded, and training camp seems like it will never get here. The end is in sight as we approach mid-July, but luckily there has been something to take one’s mind off the lack of […]
Will the Colts attempt to “Pass to score and Run to win” again this year?
Shane Steichen did not reinvent the wheel when he made that statement last year. Any team will tell you that they need to run the ball to win. That could mean a few things. It could mean that you want to be able to run the ball, so that you can slow the rush to […]
Colts announce that Adam Vinatieri will be inducted into franchise’s Ring of Honor
On Wednesday, the Indianapolis Colts announced that legendary placekicker Adam Vinatieri will be the latest member to join the franchise’s illustrious Ring of Honor, and in the same year that he’ll be enshrined in Canton, Ohio, for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 later this summer: Vinatieri will be inducted Sunday, October […]