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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / October 21
A pair of Chris Ballard’s last big decisions could force the Indianapolis Colts’ hand ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline
A rebuild without a first-round pick or a settled quarterback leaves the Indianapolis Colts with some uncomfortable math as the trade deadline approaches.
Shane Steichen News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21
Colts HC Shane Steichen Could Draw Interest If Fired
The standing of Shane Steichen as the Colts’ head coach has come in the crosshairs following the organization’s decision to fire GM Chris Ballard this week.
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?
Josh Downs News / TWSN / October 21
Josh Downs Is a Week 7 Flex Gamble Worth Considering in PPR
The Indianapolis Colts are in a tough spot after losing to the. Tennessee Titans and falling to 2-4. While they are in a difficult spot needing to figure things out, they still have players that can prove to be valuable in fantasy football.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 21
Colts' trade deadline moves could be beginning of the end for Daniel Jones, Shane Steichen
The futures of Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones and head coach Shane Steichen are up in the air after team owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon fired general manager Chris Ballard following the club's Week 6 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans.
Jonathan Taylor News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Jonathan Taylor Becomes a Trade Deadline Name Two Months After Signing His Colts Extension
Jonathan Taylor signed a two-year extension with the Indianapolis Colts on Aug. 6 and talked about being a Colt for life. Two and a half months later, Indianapolis is 2-4, general manager Chris Ballard is out and Taylor’s name sits on a list of deadline moves CBS Sports says need to happen.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20
AFC Notes: Daniel Jones, Robert Saleh, Shane Steichen, Colts, Titans
Colts HC Shane Steichen said he won’t consider changing quarterbacks and stood behind Daniel Jones even after the loss to the Titans and GM Chris Ballard‘s firing.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20
Fallout From Chris Ballard’s Firing: Steichen, Jones, Trade Possibilities
The Colts entered 2026 mired in a five-year playoff drought, and though it’s still early, it does not appear they will break it this season. After the team fell to 2-4 with a 26-20 loss to the lowly Titans in Week 6, owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20
49ers should inquire for these Colts players immediately
The 49ers should call the Colts to bring in these players before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 20
Colts Interim General Manager Makes First Moves in New Role
The Indianapolis Colts have made their first roster moves under interim general manager Ed Dodds . In his first full day as interim, Dodds made two additions
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Peyton Manning News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20
Colts To Contact Peyton Manning About GM Job?
The Colts fired longtime general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, putting them in the market for a new leader of football operations for the first time since 2017.
Mecole Hardman News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20
Colts Sign WR Mecole Hardman Among Three PS Moves
The Indianapolis Colts announced they have signed WR Mecole Hardman and P Thomas Morstead to the practice squad. The Colts released WR Eli Pancol from the practice squad in a corresponding move.
Chris Ballard News / Athlon Sports / October 20
4 Worst Draft Picks of the Chris Ballard Era With Colts, and 3 Excellent Ones
Chris Ballard’s drafts will define how his decade in Indianapolis is remembered, now that the Colts have fired their general manager after a 2-4 start.
Chris Ballard News / Athlon Sports / October 20
Colts Keep Falling in NFL Power Rankings After Losing to the Titans and Firing Chris Ballard
The Indianapolis Colts led the winless Tennessee Titans 13-0 at halftime Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium and lost 26-20. By Monday morning, owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon had fired general manager Chris Ballard in his 10th season with the team.
Chris Ballard News / TWSN / October 20
3 Trades for the Colts to Make After Firing Chris Ballard
Indianapolis moving on from Chris Ballard is not simply a reaction to one bad Sunday. A general manager does not call the plays or tackle anybody. Firing him after a blown 13-0 lead against a previously winless Tennessee team is an indictment of the roster and the direction of the organization.
Josh Downs News / EssentiallySports / October 20
Chiefs Could Exploit Colts’ GM Firing to Land WR Josh Downs
The Colts fired their general manager on October 19. That is the Chiefs’ cue to make a call. Indianapolis has to figure out its direction while preparing for new leadership, and Kansas City sees a window before the November deadline.
Bill Simmons News / HITC / October 20
‘Clean house’ – Bill Simmons names the NFL team with the ‘bleakest’ outlook for the next decade
Week Six of the NFL has now seen a number of teams’ trajectory become more apparent following another round of losses. Now that teams have had a number of weeks to settle into the 2026 season, there is the scope for significant changes to be made.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 20
Daniel Jones receives fresh warnings about future with Colts after firing of Chris Ballard
The Colts fell to 2-4 when they suffered a 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans this past Sunday.
Sauce Gardner News / Yardbarker / October 19
Colts get Sauce Gardner injury update after ugly loss to Titans
The Colts infamously acquired Gardner at the last trade deadline for two first-round picks.
Quenton Nelson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19
Colts rumors: Quenton Nelson named as potential member of trade deadline fire sale after GM firing
The Indianapolis Colts are living out their nightmare scenario after Week 6. Indy lost a heartbreaker against Tennessee, giving their division rival their first win of the season.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19
Colts Expected To Show Interest In Peyton Manning For GM Job
Per the Dan Patrick Show, the Colts’ first call after firing GM Chris Ballard “will be/has been” former QB Peyton Manning. Patrick says the call will not only be to gather candidates Manning sees fit, but they will also explore if he would be interested in the job himself, with an offer that would reportedly include an ownership stake in the team.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / October 19
Colts are reportedly looking into a general manager candidate who would change the entire complexion surrounding Indianapolis
The Indianapolis Colts are 2-4 with Ed Dodds running the front office for now. Dan Patrick just put a familiar name in the mix for the permanent general manager job, and the details go well beyond a title.
Peyton Manning News / Yardbarker / October 19
Dan Patrick reveals who Colts contacted first after GM firing
The Indianapolis Colts made a major change Monday morning with the firing of general manager Chris Ballard.
Jim Irsay News / The Spun / October 19
Colts Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon Announces Firing Monday
Indianapolis Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon isn’t messing around this year. The Colts dropped to 2-4 on the season on Sunday. Indianapolis fell to Tennessee, which entered the Week 6 game without any wins.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 19
Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job
Jones played very poorly in Indianapolis' 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans on Sunday.
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