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Alec Pierce News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 30

Re-Signing Alec Pierce is Mission Critical for Colts

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce is set to become a free agent this offseason. General manager Chris Ballard has called Pierce a priority for the team, but his market should be among the biggest of all free agent receivers in 2026.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 30

Colts’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator

The Indianapolis Colts were arguably the most perplexing team in 2025, putting them in a complex situation ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. Despite their disappointing end to the season, the team opted to retain general manager Chris Ballard, who finds himself in a do-or-die position in his 10th offseason with Indianapolis.

Trey Hendrickson News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 30

Path for Colts to Bring Pass-Rush to New Heights with Trey Hendrickson Never Clearer

The pass-rush this year for the Indianapolis Colts was lacking yet again, not getting enough sacks, pressures, or hits on opposing quarterbacks. Arguably, the biggest roster weakness is that the Colts need to juice up the edge rusher position and add dynamic talent.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 29

9 Key Colts Free Agents Ranked Among Top 250 Available

The Indianapolis Colts have tough decisions ahead for their various in-house free agents ahead of a critically important 2026 campaign. With this in mind, it's time to take a gander at the nine most important Colts free agents, along with their rank from Pro Football Focus' top 250 free agents of 2026.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 29

Giants Target Multiple Members of Colts' Coaching Staff

The New York Giants are scheduled to meet with Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter regarding their vacant OC position, per Peter Schrager.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 29

Key member of the Colts just took another step closer to leaving the team to join an NFC contender

The Indianapolis Colts let out a sigh of relief this week as it became apparent they would not lose defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo to a head-coaching job this offseason.

Daniel Jones News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

NFC Contender Emerges as Shocking Landing Spot for Daniel Jones in Free Agency

If the Indianapolis Colts make the surprise decision to let Daniel Jones enter free agency, he would undoubtedly be the top quarterback to hit the open market.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 29

Colts Solve Defensive Needs in Three-Round Mock Draft

For the fifth year in a row, the Indianapolis Colts got a head start on crafting their draft strategy after missing the postseason. The Colts will be without their first-round pick in the 2026 NFL draft, but that doesn't mean they can't find talent further down the board.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 28

Colts Free Agency Forecast Hints at Potential Breakup

Following a rollercoaster season, the Indianapolis Colts must focus on reconstructing their roster to push for an AFC South title—something that Indy hasn't won in over a decade.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 28

3 candidates the Colts should consider hiring to be its defensive line coach despite not working with Lou Anarumo in the past

Fans wanted to see the Indianapolis Colts make some significant changes to its coaching staff and front office this offseason. The team instead elected

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 28

One Colts Coach Gets Respect as HC Candidate, Another Doesn't

The head coaching vacancies are dwindling, with the Las Vegas Raiders and Arizona Cardinals still remaining. Two specific Indianapolis Colts coaches have surfaced as potential candidates: defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo and offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 28

Colts finally received an answer it had been waiting for, allowing them to make an important offseason decision

The Indianapolis Coltslost its defensive line coach this offseason with Charlie Partridge joining the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. The team had to wait to fill that opening until they found out whether Lou Anarumo would return next season.

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Bill Polian News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 28

Colts Legend Bill Polian Accused in Belichick Hall of Fame Fiasco

Yesterday, news broke that longtime New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick will not be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

Tyler Warren News / NFL Analysis Network / January 28

Tyler Warren had 76 catches as a rookie. He didn’t top 45 receiving yards in any game after Thanksgiving

The Indianapolis Colts started 8-2 in 2025 and then lost seven consecutive games. The young roster showed potential but couldn’t sustain it. Tyler Warren, Jalen Travis, and Riley Leonard are entering their second seasons.

Bill Polian News / The SportsRush / January 28

Are Bill Polian and Bill Belichick Old Foes? What Role Did the Former Colts GM Play in Belichick’s HOF Snub?

Bill Belichick’s stunning omission from the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a first-ballot inductee has continued to reverberate around the NFL, and new reporting suggests that the decision may not have been purely procedural.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 27

Colts hit a home run with 2 incredible selections to give its defense a boost in a new 3-round 2026 NFL mock draft

The Indianapolis Colts have a big offseason coming up as all signs point to it being a playoff or else type mindset dor multiple key players as well as coaches and front office members. The team has ended the season outside of the playoffs for five straight years and if 2026 leads to a sixth, changes will be coming.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 27

Breaking Down Colts' Grizzly Base Defense Under Lou Anarumo

Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo hates linebackers… Okay, not really, but his style of defense has heavily leaned into the modern-day philosophy of nickel defense being the new base personnel grouping.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 27

Colts Youngster Heralded as Top Breakout Candidate for 2026

The offensive line for the Indianapolis Colts has been a strong point and a key to success for years now, and 2025 was no exception. Bernhard Raimann, Quenton Nelson, Tanor Bortolini, Matt Goncalves, and Braden Smith were the starting pillars that helped keep Daniel Jones upright and give Jonathan Taylor plenty of room to run.