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Two Colts Starters Miss Practice Before Facing Steelers

The Indianapolis Colts remain at the top of the AFC leaderboard through eight weeks of play, but a few teams are creeping up to take over the number one seed.

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Josh Downs, Tyquan Lewis, Kenny Moore return to Colts practice

The Colts had nine players listed as out of practice on Wednesday, but two-thirds of them were back on the field on Thursday. That group includes wide receiver Josh Downs (hip), who had three catches for 39 yards and a touchdown while appearing in seven of the team's eight games this season.

Jonathan Taylor News / The SportsRush / October 30

'It’s About Space?': Jonathan Taylor Reveals the Idea Behind His Unique Endzone Celebration

Jonathan Taylor has started the new season scorching hot. The Indianapolis Colts RB has already scored 12 rushing touchdowns, yes 12, in just eight games.

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The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL's yearly leaders in passer rating in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?

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Jim Irsay News / Pro Football Talk / October 30

Most of Jim Irsay's memorabilia collection will be auctioned

The late Jim Irsay had amassed an extensive and impressive collection of memorabilia, much of which came from the world of music. Via ESPN.com, Irsay's family will be offering most of the items at auction next year.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 30

3 Crucial Matchups That Could Decide Colts vs. Steelers

As they sit atop the NFL standings, the Indianapolis Colts will travel to Pennsylvania this weekend to face the Pittsburgh Steelers in a paramount AFC showdown.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 30

Colts’ Offensive Line is Backbone of 7-1 Powerhouse

The Indianapolis Colts are getting superb play from their entirely homegrown offensive line this season, and the consequence has been the league's best rushing attack led by superstar running back Jonathan Taylor.

Jonathan Taylor News / Last Word On Sports / October 30

Three Is the Magic Number: Colts Star Could Win Triple Crown

Jonathan Taylor could win the NFL’s rushing triple crown (leading the league in carries, rushing yards, and rushing touchdowns.) The Indianapolis Colts running back is leading the league with 143 carries, 850 rushing yards, and 12 touchdowns this year.

Indianapolis Colts News / The SportsRush / October 30

How Much Is the Jim Irsay Collection Worth?

Most people know Jim Irsay, who passed away on May 21, as that legendary NFL team owner and CEO who lived and breathed football. He spent decades trying to improve the Indianapolis Colts, the franchise he inherited from his father, who purchased it over half a century ago.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Should Colts have a Lou Anarumo reunion party with these 2 Bengals trades?

The Indianapolis Colts are one of the best stories in the NFL so far this season. Indy is 7-1 heading into Week 9 and could be buyers ahead of the NFL trade deadline on November 4th.

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NFL News / Total Apex Sports / October 30

Pittsburgh Steelers Face a Tough Test Against the Indianapolis Colts

Some stadiums just have that mystical, unexplainable voodoo working against certain teams. But what the Indianapolis Colts have endured in Pittsburgh? That’s not voodoo—that’s straight-up psychological warfare disguised as football.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 30

5 Keys to a Colts Victory Over Steelers

The Indianapolis Colts are ready to take their league-best 7-1 record into Acrisure Stadium on Sunday to face off against Mike Tomlin's Pittsburgh Steelers.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 30

Colts on SI Roundtable Predictions and Picks vs Steelers

The Indianapolis Colts are approaching their Week 9 clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and will fight to win at Acrisure Stadium for the first time since 2008.

Daniel Jones News / The SportsRush / October 30

Daniel Jones Candidly Revisits Indiana Jones Connection After Pat McAfee Thanks Him for Jersey Surprise

After his career had seemingly been set on fire and cast out to sea by the New York Giants, Daniel Jones was able to find a home for himself with the Indianapolis Colts.

Indianapolis Colts News / Sporting News / October 29

Latest rumor has Colts trading for Seahawks' 11-INT defender

The Indianapolis Colts have been one of the best stories in the NFL this year, but they could use some help in one key area.

Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / October 29

MVP candidate Jonathan Taylor, NFL-leading Colts visit Steelers

Jonathan Taylor is leading the charge of the surprising Indianapolis Colts, and he might be the best overall player in the league. Taylor has scored three touchdowns four separate times this season as he leads the Colts into battle against the host Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.

Jonathan Taylor News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 29

Jonathan Taylor Has Claimed Top NFL Accolade Yet Again

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has been a revelation for Shane Steichen throughout the eight games in the 2025 campaign. Taylor took over against the Tennessee Titans in Week 8, notching 153 rushing yards on 12 rushes and two scores on the ground.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 29

Nine Colts Miss Wednesday Practice Ahead of Steelers Clash

We have officially reached the halfway point of the NFL regular season, and the Indianapolis Colts stand alone atop the leaderboard as the only seven-win team in football.

Jim Irsay News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Jim Irsay’s daughter gives advice to NFL owners to help avoid ‘expensive mistakes’

The Indianapolis Colts are the most surprising team in the NFL in 2025. Indy heads into Week 9 boasting the best record in the NFL at 7-1. There are plenty of people who deserve credit for the team’s turnaround this season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 29

Colts' Jonathan Taylor Now Heavy Favorite to Win NFL Award

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor is playing at a level that the league hasn't seen since LaDainian Tomlinson was running free for the Los Angeles Chargers nearly two decades ago.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 29

Colts HC Shane Steichen is not content with 7-1 start

The Colts have proved to be one of the top teams in the NFL through the first eight weeks of the season, sitting atop the AFC and the AFC South.

Colts' Jonathan Taylor credits Daniel Jones, others amid MVP chatter

Steelers' Mike Tomlin addresses challenges of facing Colts' Jonathan Taylor, Daniel Jones

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Indianapolis Colts News / LWOSports.com / October 29

8 Weeks In: Who’s Been the Biggest Surprise from the NFL Season So Far

The Indianapolis Colts have stunned the NFL, emerging as the AFC’s top seed with an unexpected record just eight weeks into the season. Their surprise run sets the stage for a thrilling and unpredictable year where several teams have surpassed early expectations.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 29

The Big Five: Excellent reasons to buy the Colts as Super Bowl contenders

Who knew the Indianapolis Colts would have the best record in the NFL through the first eight weeks of the season? Well, they do. Here are five reasons their surprising start is legitimate and they should be taken seriously as contenders.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin addresses challenges of facing Colts' Jonathan Taylor, Daniel Jones

Colts HC Shane Steichen is not content with 7-1 start

Who is the greatest all-time running back from every NFL team?

The 'Three-rushing-touchdown NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 27