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Colts’ Anthony Richardson’s place on depth chart after trade request goes nowhere

As the Indianapolis Colts get prepared for their season opener against the Baltimore Ravens, they’ve released their depth chart. One thing many wanted to see was where Anthony Richardson stood at quarterback after requesting a trade in the offseason, and it looks like he’ll be the QB2, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

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Anthony Richardson Named Colts Backup QB

Per Joel A. Erickson, Colts HC Shane Steichen said QB Anthony Richardson will be the team’s backup to starting QB Daniel Jones. Richardson will be ahead of Riley Leonard on the depth chart, as GM Chris Ballard was clear they would keep three quarterbacks over giving Richardson away despite his trade request earlier this offseason.

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Colts make major Anthony Richardson Sr. decision ahead of Week 1

The Indianapolis Colts already announced that quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. would be with the team this year. Colts GM Chris Ballard said that while

Colts expect WR Keenan Allen to play Week 1 despite arrest

Extension Talks Between Colts, Quenton Nelson ‘Stagnant’

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Colts WR Keenan Allen changes number after not getting No. 13 back from Laquon Treadwell

The Indianapolis Colts are gearing up for Week 1 after solidifying their final 53-man roster. Indy added some fresh new faces this offseason on both sides of the ball.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Keenan Allen News / Pro Football Rumors / September 2

Colts GM Discusses Keenan Allen Arrest

Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was arrested this past weekend on charges of DWI and DWI endangering a person. While the veteran may eventually face punishment from the NFL, it sounds like the Colts have dealt with the issue internally.

Indianapolis Colts News / EssentiallySports / September 2

Colts’ WR Laquon Treadwell Gets Honest Over Keenan Allen Conversation Just Days After DUI Arrest

Laquon Treadwell has worn seven different numbers on his back across a decade of catching passes in the NFL. But he’s grown into the last one he wore for the Indianapolis Colts in 2025 – No.

Quenton Nelson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 2

Talks Stagnant Between Colts & G Quenton Nelson

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, talks are currently stagnant between the Colts and G Quenton Nelson. Fowler notes Nelson’s preference was to have an extension sorted before training camp.

Quenton Nelson News / Pro Football Rumors / September 2

Extension Talks Between Colts, Quenton Nelson ‘Stagnant’

Colts left guard Quenton Nelson signed a mammoth contract extension shortly before the 2022 season began. History could repeat itself four years later, but contract talks between the Colts and Nelson are currently “stagnant,” Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports.

Chris Ballard News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 2

Colts GM Chris Ballard Provides Odd Comments on Jaylahn Tuimoloau

The Indianapolis Colts drafted Jaylahn Tuimoloau in 2025 with an eye on the future. The second-round pick out of Ohio State was coming off an All-BigTen senior season in which he amassed 12.5 sacks and 21.5 tackles for loss.

Chris Ballard News / HITC / September 2

Indianapolis Colts GM claims NFL stars returning to college is the ‘stupidest’ thing he’s ever heard

NFL executives were bound to be unhappy about cut stars returning to college, but Chris Ballard may have said what every NFL figurehead is thinking! With the NCAA at odds with LSU and other college teams about the eligibility of former NFL players returning to play for college, this standstill has become a hotly discussed subject.

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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.

Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

Colts GM Chris Ballard sends strong message amid Keenan Allen’s arrest

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard appears to be a big believer in second chances. The Colts granted Keenan Allen such a chance when the team decided not to cut the veteran wide receiver after he was arrested over two misdemeanor drunken-driving charges.

Tyler Warren News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Watch Colts’ Tyler Warren deliver incredible promotion news to intern

Although the Indianapolis Colts’ 2025 campaign ended in brutal fashion, impressive rookie Tyler Warren gave fans plenty of reasons to smile. He did the same for an intern on Tuesday.

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Chris Ballard Gets Honest About Keenan Allen's Arrest, Anthony Richardson's Future, and Alec Pierce's Status

The Indianapolis Colts officially have their initial roster in place, but general manager Chris Ballard made it clear Tuesday that plenty can still change before Week 1.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Josh Downs, Tyler Warren, Alec Pierce spotted at Colts practice amid injury concerns

The Indianapolis Colts are just over a week away from kicking off their 2026 NFL season. The Colts are hoping for a similarly hot start this year to the one they got off to in 2025, when quarterback Daniel Jones and the offense set a historic pace over the first several weeks of the season.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

Colts Cut RB Ulysses Bentley IV From Practice Squad Among Other Moves

The Indianapolis Colts announced they cut RB Ulysses Bentley IV from the practice squad and signed RB Davon Booth and G Reid Holskey. Indianapolis’ practice squad now includes: DT Cam Ball TE Pharaoh Brown RB Robert Carter Jr.

Keenan Allen News / Field Level Media / September 1

Colts expect WR Keenan Allen to play Week 1 despite arrest

Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen is expected to play in Week 1 despite his arrest Sunday on charges that he was operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Colts GM Chris Ballard on pros returning to college – ‘Stupidest s**t I’ve ever heard’

The NFL is issuing formal guidance to clarify existing eligibility rules after several waived players attempted to return to college football. According

Anthony Richardson News / Yardbarker / September 1

Colts make final Richardson decision for start of 2026 season

Colts make final Anthony Richardson Sr. decision for start of 2026 season

Richardson requested a trade in February, but no transaction materialized before he spent the preseason competing with 2025 sixth-round draft pick Riley Leonard for the club's primary backup quarterback job.

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Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Colts’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Indianapolis Colts trimmed their roster to 53 players this weekend, and the most questionable decision in that process was carrying just two running backs behind Jonathan Taylor, leaving the team dangerously exposed if its star back suffers even a moderate injury during the 2026 season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 31

Breaking Down Colts' 2026 Practice Squad: UDFAs and Quality Veterans Lead the Way

The Indianapolis Colts released their official practice squad for the 2026 regular season. The Colts' initial 53-man roster was mostly as expected, though there were a handful of surprising cuts.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / August 31

5 Best Wide Receivers in Colts History

At various points throughout their history, the Colts have had some of the most potent offenses in the history of the NFL. That is as attributable to Johnny Unitas or Peyton Manning as it is to Jonathan Taylor or Edgerrin James.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / August 31

5 Best Running Backs in Colts History

When it comes to running backs, the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts have had plenty of top talent. After all, Peyton Manning and Johnny Unitas couldn’t have done what they did in a Colts uniform alone.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / August 31

5 Best Quarterbacks in Colts History

The Colts, as a franchise, are one of the most historic franchises in the NFL and one that made a dramatic impact on not only the city of Indianapolis but the city of Baltimore back before the Ravens ruled.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / August 31

3 biggest surprises from Indianapolis Colts roster deadline day: Unforeseen trades, cutting recent acquisitions, and more

The roster deadline day has come and gone, and the Indianapolis Colts had some surprising moves and a lack of moves when the clock hit 6 pm EST on Sunday.