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Spencer Shrader, Blake Grupe Begin Battle for Colts Kicker Job

The Indianapolis Colts entered training camp with several position battles to settle, but one of the most competitive could come at kicker. Second-year K Spencer Shrader and veteran K Blake Grupe both proved last season that they are capable of handling the job.

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Jonathan Taylor Makes Feelings Clear on Colts Future After Major Contract Update

The Indianapolis Colts appear determined to keep franchise running back Jonathan Taylor in Indianapolis for the rest of his NFL career, and the feeling seems to be mutual.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

AFC Notes: Jonathan Taylor, DeForest Buckner, Brian Thomas Jr., Colts, Jaguars

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor said he is participating fully in training camp while trusting his agent and the team to work toward a new contract. “I have faith,’’ he said, via Fox 59.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31

Colts Interested In Extending LG Quenton Nelson

Jonathan Taylor extension talks have begun, adding more intrigue to another important negotiating period for running backs (as Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs are holding in).

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

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Kenny McIntosh News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Colts Worked Out Two Running Backs

The Indianapolis Colts hosted RBs Kenny McIntosh and Marcus Major for workouts on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. The Seahawks cut McIntosh loose earlier this week.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

CJ Allen News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 31

Top Takeaways From Day 3 of Colts Training Camp: CJ Allen's Promising First Day of School

WESTFIELD, IN -- The Indianapolis Colts took the field at Grand Park for their third practice of training camp, and it was a quiet showing overall, but it did feature multiple standouts, both in performance and participation.

Jonathan Taylor News / Viral Sports News / July 31

Colts Receive Big Jonathan Taylor Update on His Future

Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor took part fully in the team’s opening training camp practice Wednesday and voiced optimism that a contract extension will be completed.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Colts are thinking about gambling on polarizing player that could help with injury problems and give Daniel Jones a big target

The Colts need help at wide receiver, mainly due to injuries. Therefore, the team is looking at former Steelers, Bears, and Dolphins wideout Chase Claypool.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Colts Sign UDFA RB Roydell Williams

The Indianapolis Colts announced they have signed UDFA RB Roydell Williams to a contract. Williams, 24, was a four-star recruit and the 10th-ranked running back in the 2020 recruiting class out of Hueytown, Alabama.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 31

Colts' Secondary Flashing Serious Potential Early in Training Camp

Ever since Lou Anarumo was hired as defensive coordinator, the Indianapolis Colts have placed a high priority on finding top-tier talent for their secondary.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 30

Colts Still Searching for Separation in Backup QB Competition

The Indianapolis Colts entered training camp with QB Daniel Jones firmly established as their starting quarterback, leaving fourth-year QB Anthony Richardson Sr.

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Chase Claypool News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Colts Host WR Chase Claypool Among Four Tryout Players

The Indianapolis Colts hosted four tryout players before signing WR Liam Clifford. The Colts hosted the following four players, including Clifford: WR Chase Claypool WR Liam Clifford RB Jermar Jefferson RB Roydell Williams Claypool, 27, is a former second-round pick of the Steelers back in 2020.

Chris Ballard News / Pro Football Rumors / July 30

Colts GM Chris Ballard Will Not Consider Extension

2026 represents the final year of Chris Ballard‘s contract. A small window of opportunity exists for an extension agreement to be reached between the Colts and their general manager, but no such deal will be made.

Daniel Jones News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 30

Colts' Daniel Jones Easing Concerns About Mobility Post-Injury

As the Indianapolis Colts kicked off training camp this week, all eyes were fixated on starting quarterback Daniel Jones. Sure, Jones noted a couple of weeks ago that rehab from his torn Achilles was still right on schedule.

Daniel Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 29

Colts’ Daniel Jones pulls off huge training camp milestone months after surgery

One of the burning questions for the Indianapolis Colts this season is about Daniel Jones. Jones had a career resurgence at the start of the 2025 season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 29

Colts WR Situation Rears Its Ugly Head After First Training Camp Practice

The Indianapolis Colts were bound to take a step back at wide receiver following Michael Pittman Jr.'s departure, but they're already feeling the weight of said loss after just one practice in training camp.

Indianapolis Colts News / Viral Sports News / July 30

Colts Emerge as Possible Suitor for Daniel Jones Replacement

Baker Mayfield will enter the 2026 NFL season as a free agent in waiting after contract extension discussions with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers concluded without an agreement.

Jonathan Taylor News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29

Colts, RB Jonathan Taylor Have Discussed Extension

Jonathan Taylor joins Quenton Nelson as cornerstone Colts in contract years. Nothing yet has emerged on Nelson’s situation — one that provides him ammo to seek a guard-record extension — but Taylor provided an update Wednesday.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / July 29

Grok simulates the Indianapolis Colts’ 2026 NFL season, including game-by-game results, playoff predictions, and key stats

The Indianapolis Colts will be on the grass as a 90-man roster this week, kicking off the start of their 2026 season for all intents and purposes. To prepare for training camp and the season ahead, here is an unbiased season simulation done by Grok.

Chris Ballard News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28

Colts GM puts himself on the hot seat with stern message before training camp

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard does not think he deserves any job security right now. Ballard spoke to reporters on Tuesday, a day before the Colts begin training camp for the 2026 season.

Chris Ballard News / A to Z Sports / July 28

Colts GM Chris Ballard just admitted he’s on the hottest of hot seats with telling comments about his future in Indianapolis

The Colts are feeling the pressure to win something of significance in 2026, and it starts at the top with GM Chris Ballard. He just proved as much with some telling comments about his future in Indy.

Daniel Jones News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27