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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.

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Colts HC Shane Steichen could be fired next after GM Chris Ballard canned

Following an embarrassing 26-20 loss at home against the previously winless Tennessee Titans on Sunday, October 18, the Indianapolis Colts fired GM Chris Ballard, who had been with the team since 2017, on Monday morning.

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.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rush for multiple touchdowns on at least four occasions can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

The 'NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

The 'Most 30-touch NFL games' quiz

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 20

Jones receives fresh warnings about future with Colts after firing of Ballard

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.

Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job

Colts have soul-searching to do after loss to Titans

Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move

The 'No.4-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Chris Ballard News / HITC / October 20

Jason Whitlock says Colts firing Chris Ballard is perfect opportunity to get Carlie Irsay-Gordon ‘off the sidelines’

Jason Whitlock has opined that the firing of the Indianapolis Colts General Manager Chris Ballard should lead to the departure of Carlie Irsay-Gordon from the sidelines.

Indianapolis Colts News / HITC / October 20

Former NFL player makes Peyton Manning request after Colts fire GM Chris Ballard

The Indianapolis Colts are making a drastic change, with Chris Ballard being shown the door. One former NFL star has brought franchise legend Peyton Manning into it.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Colts’ Shane Steichen isn’t ready to bail on Daniel Jones for Anthony Richardson just yet

Coach Shane Steichen’s Indianapolis Colts are 2-4 on the season heading into Week 7, a rough start that led to the firing of GM Chris Ballard. An injury update to Alec Pierce also dropped as the Colts’ passing game, and starting QB situation, came into focus.

Alec Pierce News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Expected Colts’ Alec Pierce injury update puts extra damper on already-terrible week

Not only did the Indianapolis Colts fire their general manager midseason, but they’ve also seen their big-contract quarterback fail to meet expectations.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Colts Week 6 Stock Report: Akeem Davis-Gaither Shines, but Daniel Jones' Interceptions Hurt

Akeem Davis-Gaither and the Indianapolis Colts’ defense spent the first half making the Titans look every bit like a winless team. Then the second half fell apart, and Daniel Jones’ two interceptions helped turn a 13-0 halftime lead into a 26-20 loss Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Daniel Jones News / TWSN / October 19

Is Daniel Jones Playing for His Job Against The Minnesota Vikings?

Daniel Jones will continue to be the Indianapolis Colts starting quarterback against the Vikings this week. Jones’ starting job has been in question after his poor start to the 2026 season. He threw two interceptions in yesterday’s loss to the 0-5 Titans.

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The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 19

Colts Worked Out Six Players For Week 7

The Indianapolis Colts officially hosted six free agents for workouts on Monday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: WR Courtney Jackson WR Joseph Manjack DT Amari McNeill DT Cam Rice WR Ainias Smith DT Jay Tufele Tufele, 27, was drafted by the Jaguars out of USC in the fourth round of the 2021 draft.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Colts have been forced into a corner and will come out swinging against Vikings

After losing to the previously winless Tennessee Titans, the Indianapolis Colts are an angry team — and key individuals are now fearing for their jobs.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 19

Ed Dodds Has a Chance to Shape the Colts' Future

Ed Dodds has spent years being viewed as one of the NFL's next general managers. Now, after nearly a decade as Chris Ballard's right-hand man, he finally gets his opportunity in Indianapolis.

Sauce Gardner News / Pro Football Rumors / October 19

Colts CB Sauce Gardner To Miss Time

Sauce Gardner arrived in Indianapolis as a hopeful trajectory-changing presence on defense at the 2025 trade deadline. The two-time All-Pro, however, has not moved the needle in the way the team aimed.

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.

Colts have soul-searching to do after loss to Titans

Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job

Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move

The '2023-24 NFL first-team All-Pros' quiz

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.