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Colts elevate QB2 and backup TE from practice squad ahead of Texans game
On Saturday, the Indianapolis Colts announced that the team has elevated quarterback Seth Henigan, as well as tight end Sean McKeon from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday’s road game against the Houston Texans. Originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Jacksonville Jaguars out of Memphis, the listed 6’3”, […]
Report: Colts defensive line coach Charlie Partridge joining Notre Dame staff
According to ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg, Indianapolis Colts veteran defensive line coach Charlie Partridge will be joining Notre Dame football head coach Marcus Freeman’s defensive coaching staff next year: Partridge had just finished his second season as Colts’ defensive line coach. However, having come over from the University of Pittsburgh in 2023, where he had previously […]
To surprise of no one, Colts QB Philip Rivers will retire again following close of 2025 campaign
On ‘The Kay Adams Show,‘ Indianapolis Colts unretired longtime veteran quarterback Philip Rivers recently announced *drum roll* that he’ll retire again following the close of the 2025 campaign: With injuries to their top two starting quarterbacks, the 44-year-old Rivers shockingly came out of retirement after a pure desperation call by the Colts, despite having not […]
Despite future in Indy in air, Colts QB Anthony Richardson saying the right things
Earlier this week, Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen indicated that quarterback Anthony Richardson, who is still recovering from fractured orbital bone surgery, wouldn’t not be activated off of injured reserve for the team’s regular season finale against the Houston Texans. It came after thoughtful deliberation, as Richardson is still dealing with vision limitations. Specifically, […]
Colts assistant GM Ed Dodds among SI.com’s annual ‘hot names for NFL future GMs list’
According to SI.com’s Albert Breer, Indianapolis Colts assistant GM Ed Dodds is once again among the ‘annual hot names for NFL future GMs list’—which he’s been a recent mainstay on through the years: Specifically, Dodds is listed as ‘on the doorstep,’ which presumably means he’s on the cusp of becoming a new NFL general manager […]
Report: Colts DC Lou Anarumo already among interview candidates for current NFL head coaching vacancy
According to ESPN’s Jordan Raanan, Indianapolis Colts veteran defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo is among the initial top interview candidates for the New York Giants current head coaching vacancy: “The first assignment is to find a new head coach. The Giants fired Brian Daboll almost eight weeks ago and named Mike Kafka the interim head coach,” writes Ranaan. […]
Colts Mock Draft: A New QB Emerges + A Colts Vet on the Move
Round 2, Pick 50: Trinidad Chambliss, QB, Ole Miss The Colts QB position remains a major question mark. Daniel Jones has suffered 12 injuries since 2019, 9 of which resulted in missed games. The most major of which is the most recent one, a torn Achilles late in the 2025 season. It is far from […]
Poll: Will the Colts finish the season strong?
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. Heading into Week 18, we want to know how you’re feeling after watching the team so […]
Does Shane Steichen survive “Black Monday” and stay as Colts coach?
Garfield hates Mondays. If he was the coach of a struggling NFL team, he would absolutely despise this upcoming one. “Black Monday” is the day after the regular season in which NFL coaches learn their fate. Every year, there are surprises. Some coaches who should be fired somehow skate by while others who get released […]
Bruce Arians implores the Colts to run it back: “Be patient”
Indianapolis, IN — Former Super Bowl-winning head coach Bruce Arians recently shared his thoughts on the state of the Indianapolis Colts, emphasizing the importance of patience as a reason to remain calm during challenging times. Arians has regularly appeared on The Pat McAfee Show for the 2025-26 NFL season, providing his insight and knowledge of […]
Can we see anything in week 18 to give the Colts hope for next season?
I am going to look at this question from the thought process that we will be signing Daniel Jones to a contract for some yet to be determined length and dollar amount. I may lose some of you with that declaration, but I struggle to endorse a different route. Of course the DJ injury brings […]
As 2025 draws to a close, where do the Colts go from here?
What a season 2025 was for the Indianapolis Colts. To call it a roller coaster would be a lie because those have ups and downs scattered throughout. The Colts literally made the climb to the first major hill and then plummeted down. The ride was over as quickly as it had begun. This was a […]
Riley Leonard set to make first NFL start, while becoming Colts’ 8th different season finale starter in last 8 seasons
The final chapter of the Indianapolis Colts 2025 campaign will be written by a 23-year-old rookie making his first NFL start. When rookie quarterback Riley Leonard takes the field on Sunday against the Houston Texans, he will become the Colts’ eighth different season finale starter in the last eight seasons. The list of eight starters […]
Reggie Wayne, Adam Vinatieri named finalists for Pro Football HoF’s 2026 class
Indianapolis, IN — A pair of former Indianapolis Colts legends — wide receiver Reggie Wayne and kicker Adam Vinatieri — were announced as finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 2026 Class. With fifteen total modern-era finalists in the equation, there are caveats and rules in place to ensure a seamless operation. Below is […]
Open letter to Carlie Irsay-Gordon: It’s time for a reset
This was the season it was finally supposed to change. The Colts had found a leader in Daniel Jones, a true starting quarterback. The offense was clicking, Jonathan Taylor was an MVP-candidate, the defense was doing much better, and the Colts were not only winning games, but destroying opponents, climbing to an AFC leading 7-1 […]
Rookie QB Riley Leonard to start in Colts season finale
Indianapolis, IN — The Indianapolis Colts are turning to rookie quarterback Riley Leonard in their final game of the season against the Houston Texans, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. After three games of the Philip Rivers off the couch experiment, a last-ditch effort that provided a good story if nothing else, it’s the rookie’s time […]
The Colts face a major decision with Michael Pittman Jr.’s contract
There are certain conversations NFL teams don’t want to have, but are forced into anyway. The Colts’ situation with Michael Pittman Jr. is one of them. Pittman is a good player, a respected leader, and someone who has done everything asked of him since arriving in Indianapolis. This isn’t about questioning his toughness or professionalism. […]
Colts head coach Shane Steichen hasn’t discussed job status with ownership yet
According to head coach Shane Steichen, he hasn’t had conversations yet regarding his coaching future with team owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon yet, but the two organizational leaders continue to chat weekly (via 1075 The Fan’s Kevin Bowen): Honestly, this isn’t exactly surprising given that the Colts still have one game of football left to […]
Colts taking ‘wait-and-see’ approach for activating QB Anthony Richardson off IR before finale
According to head coach Shane Steichen, the Indianapolis Colts are taking a ‘wait-and-see’ approach with 3rd-year quarterback Anthony Richardson regarding whether he’ll be activated off of injured reserve ahead of the team’s regular season finale game on the road against the Houston Texans (per The Athletic’s James Boyd). Specifically, given that Richardson is still experiencing […]
ESPN NFL Insider believes Colts are ‘banking on’ free agent QB Daniel Jones being back
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter on ‘The Pat McAfee Show,’ he believes that the Indianapolis Colts are “banking on” injured pending free agent starting quarterback Daniel Jones “being back.” Specifically, it’s Schefter’s opinion right now that the two sides will reach agreement on a new contract, and Jones will be ready for the start of […]
Colts announce signing of practice squad quarterback
On Monday, the Indianapolis Colts announced that the team has signed former Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Seth Henigan to the team’s practice squad. Henigan had reportedly tried out for the Colts a few weeks ago. The listed 6,‘3”, 215 pound quarterback was signed as an undrafted free agent out of Memphis by the Jaguars this past […]
Colts’ Monday Morning Awards: Week 17 vs. Jaguars
8-8, the losing streak continues, and this team keeps finding ways to lose. A cultural reset is clearly needed, starting from the general manager all the way down to the key players. This team is not going anywhere the way it is built, and to top it all off the Colts don’t have their first […]
The Colts made history in the worst way possible
The Indianapolis Colts have recently become known as a franchise that isn’t afraid to forge a unique path. They brought in an ESPN analyst in the middle of the season to be their interim head coach. Not Jeff Saturday’s fault, but that act set the scene for a 1-7 finish to the year. Look no […]
Colts-Texans opening odds: One more for the road
Another season of Opening Odds is in the books. While it isn’t the way any of us would like to see the season end, I hope you enjoyed it. The Indianapolis Colts are set to conclude their season with a rather meaningless road contest against the Houston Texans who ended the Colts’ season Saturday night. […]
Colts free fall out of playoff race with 6 straight losses down home stretch
With Sunday’s 23-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Indianapolis Colts left the home finale with a familiar sting that has defined how each season is destined to end. The Colts winless drought reached six straight games down the home stretch and they will miss the playoffs for the fifth straight season following another late […]
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