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Colts Great T.Y. Hilton Announces Retirement From NFL

T.Y. Hilton is officially calling it a career, bringing an end to one of the most productive and beloved tenures in Indianapolis Colts history. "After an incredible journey, it's time for me to retire from the game of football and begin a new chapter," Hilton wrote in a post shared on X.

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Indianapolis Colts: Land 24-Game Starter, Reuniting With DC

The Indianapolis Colts desperately needed to address the off-ball linebacker position this offseason after multiple players departed in free agency. Indianapolis traded All-Pro Zaire Franklin to Green Bay, while Segun Olubi joined Las Vegas, and Germaine Pratt and Jacob Phillips remain unsigned.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 18

Colts Sign Red Zone Threat to Replace Michael Pittman Jr.

Just one week after trading away longtime No. 1 receiver Michael Pittman Jr., the Indianapolis Colts signed wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, according to Indy Star reporter Joel Erickson.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 18

Colts agree to contract with ex-Dolphins receiver

The Indianapolis Colts have not been afraid to spend big money during NFL free agency. Indy retained QB Daniel Jones an $88 million contract extension and gave Alec Pierce a $116 million contract to keep him from hitting the open market.

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Akeem Davis-Gaither News / Pro Football Rumors / March 18

Colts Sign WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, LB Akeem Davis-Gaither

Continuing a hyphen-heavy transaction week, the Colts are adding some veteran depth on both sides of the ball. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Akeem Davis-Gaither are signing with the team, the Colts announced.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Akeem Davis-Gaither News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 18

Colts Signing WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine & LB Akeem Davis-Gaither

The Indianapolis Colts are signing WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and LB Akeem Davis-Gaither, they announced Wednesday. Both players were cap casualties this offseason.

Indianapolis Colts News / Football Analysis / March 18

Colts Bet $100 Million On Quarterback Coming Off Injury As He Signs 2-Year Deal

Daniel Jones went on The Pat McAfee Show and confirmed the news: after an Achilles injury, he signed a 2-year extension, worth up to $100 million, with the Indianapolis Colts.

Juanyeh Thomas News / NHANFL / March 18

Colts Secure Former Cowboys Safety Juanyeh Thomas in Free Agency

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts solidified their secondary Monday, signing former Dallas Cowboys safety Juanyeh Thomas to a veteran deal. General Manager Chris Ballard moved quickly to fill the void left by Nick Cross, who recently departed for the Washington Commanders.

Indianapolis Colts News / Gridiron Heroics / March 17

Indianapolis Colts: Set to Land 8-Interception CB, Reuniting With DC

The Indianapolis Colts could bolster the cornerback room after allowing the second-most passing yards last season, while multiple players missed significant time due to injuries.

Cam Taylor-Britt News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

Former Second-Round Cornerback Signs Contract With Indianapolis Colts

After spending each of his four seasons in the NFL with the Cincinnati Bengals, Cam Taylor-Britt, the 60th-overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, has agreed to a contract with the Indianapolis Colts, reuniting him with defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Simone Biles’ Husband, Jonathan Owens, Reacts to Changing NFL Teams

The Indianapolis Colts addressed a real need in their secondary on Tuesday, signing veteran safety Jonathan Owens to bolster a thin group heading into next season.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / March 17

Colts make a roster move to try to find the next Antonio Gates or Jimmy Graham, and he will already have a great teacher in Indy

The Indianapolis Colts have never been shy to take a flyer on a high upside player that presents little to no risk if he doesn't work out. One example of this would be the popular "convert a college basketball player to tight end" signing.

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / March 17

Colts sign a former first-round pick from the 2019 NFL Draft to add more depth to their defensive line

The Indianapolis Colts continue to prioritize adding depth to their roster in free agency. We are over a week into free agency, and the team still hasn't signed an expected starter.

Danny Pinter News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 17

Colts' O-Line Takes Another Blow As Danny Pinter Signs With AFC Rival

We're only eight days into NFL free agency, and the Indianapolis Colts have already lost two offensive linemen to AFC rivals. First, the Houston Texans poached right tackle Braden Smith.

Derrick Nnadi News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 17

Colts Signed DT Derrick Nnadi

The Indianapolis Colts announced they signed DT Derrick Nnadi to a contract. Nnadi, 29, was selected out of Florida State with the No. 75 overall pick by the Chiefs in the third round back in 2018.

Zaire Franklin News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 17

3 Zaire Franklin Replacements the Colts Must Now Pursue in Free Agency

Before free agency opened, the Indianapolis Colts said goodbye to one of their franchise staples in linebacker Zaire Franklin. The team performed a player swap trade with the Green Bay Packers in exchange for defensive tackle Colby Wooden, ending Franklin's eight-year tenure with Indy.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / March 17

A big decision from the Colts' offseason is being called a head-scratching move by an NFL analyst ahead of the 2026 season

The Indianapolis Colts haven't made a lot of eye-catching moves this offseason. The two that have dominated the headlines weren't even out-of-house signings.

Arden Key News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 17

Colts Signing Arden Key Regarded as Underrated Upgrade

The edge rusher position for the Indianapolis Colts needs more juice after an underwhelming 2025 season. Free agency was an opportunity to add valuable talent to quell this issue in 2026.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / March 17

Colts landed a hidden gem during the first wave of free agency, and the rest of the league doesn't even know it yet

The Indianapolis Colts were big spenders during the opening stage of free agency, but nearly all of that money went to two players, both of whom were in-house free agents: quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / March 17

NFL insider defends Colts' Chris Ballard over criticisms of Daniel Jones, Alec Pierce situations

Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated shared why the Jones and Pierce agreements actually do make sense for the Colts after Ballard was criticized for his handling of the situation.

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Mo Alie-Cox News / NHANFL / March 16

Colts Lock Down Mo Alie-Cox: Veteran Tight End Returns for 2026 Campaign

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts are making sure their bruising identity remains intact. On Saturday, the front office finalized a one-year deal to retain veteran tight end Mo Alie-Cox, according to league sources.

Mo Alie-Cox News / Total Apex Sports / March 15

Mo Alie-Cox Is Back, and the Indianapolis Colts Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way

Some guys just belong somewhere. Mo Alie-Cox belongs in Indianapolis. The Colts made it official on Saturday, re-signing the veteran tight end to yet another one-year deal, keeping their quietly beloved road-grader in the fold for what will be his 10th season with the only NFL franchise he’s ever known.

Anthony Richardson News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Anthony Richardson is being linked to intriguing new team

Trade talk is starting to pick up around Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, with a new team being linked to him. The Green Bay Packers are a “team to monitor” for a possible Richardson trade, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN.

Anthony Richardson News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Anthony Richardson is being linked to 1 prominent new team

Anthony Richardson might have a chance at salvation if he is willing to hold a clipboard for a year. The Los Angeles Rams have “checked in” on a trade for the Indianapolis Colts quarterback Richardson, Rams writer Kenneth Arthur of SB Nation reported this week.