Indianapolis Colts: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Anthony Richardson News / A to Z Sports / December 24

Colts share important update on Anthony Richardson's status as he works to make his return from the IR

With every Indianapolis Colts loss, more and more people are wondering if the team should at least give Anthony Richardson the chance to take the field before the year ends.

Indianapolis Colts News / The SportsRush / December 24

Did the Colts Make a Mistake by Going All-In for the Sauce Gardner Trade?

The Indianapolis Colts are having one of the most meager finishes to the 2025 season after spending the first two months as the belle of the ball. The team started off red hot, going 7-1 when most people thought they would not win seven games all season.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 24

5 Keys for Colts to Avoid Continuous Collapse vs. Jaguars

The Indianapolis Colts are a team falling apart. It's safe to say this after they were ramrodded by the San Francisco 49ers, 48-27. Now, Indianapolis draws the Jacksonville Jaguars, a team riding a fantastic six-game winning streak.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 24

Colts’ Playoff Picture Darkens, Door Still Open

The Indianapolis Colts are one loss away from finalizing a monumental collapse. From the top seed in the conference to outside the playoff picture, the Colts are on track to become the first team in NFL history to miss the postseason after starting 8-2.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 23

Colts QB Philip Rivers shares heartwarming moment with Dee Winters after MNF pick-6

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers delivered one of Monday night’s most memorable moments even after a costly turnover. Following a game-sealing

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 23

Colts Risers and Fallers in Primetime Embarrassment vs. 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts are reeling again after suffering a fifth-straight loss, this time to the San Francisco 49ers. What was a brilliant game from Philip Rivers in just his second start since returning from retirement was destroyed by a lackluster performance from the defense.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 23

A group of Colts players are now one step closer to earning a major accomplishment that would mean a lot to each individually

The Indianapolis Colts have let a once-promising season slip out of their hands. They are now 8-7, but did have some good news announced on Tuesday. The team had two players named to the NFL Pro Bowl, Jonathan Taylor and Quenton Nelson. They may have some more Colts teammates with them by the time it's all said and done.

Daniel Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 23

Colts rumors: Insider reveals future plan that’s sure to create ‘doubt’ after Daniel Jones’ injury, season collapse

The Indianapolis Colts saw their playoff hopes basically end with the loss to the 49ers, despite a throwback toss from Philip Rivers. Making things more sketchy, a Colts insider revealed a future plan that’s sure to create doubt after Daniel Jones’ injury and the season collapse, according to a post on X by Stephen Holder.

Brett Rypien News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 23

Vikings Claiming QB Brett Rypien Off Waivers From Colts

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Vikings are claiming QB Brett Rypien off waivers from the Colts. It’s worth noting Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has been ruled out with a hand injury and backup QB Max Brosmer will start.

Brett Rypien News / Pro Football Rumors / December 23

Vikings Claim QB Brett Rypien

With injured quarterback J.J. McCarthy set to miss Week 17, the Vikings are welcoming Brett Rypien back to the organization. They claimed Rypien off waivers from the Colts on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com reports.

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Philip Rivers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 23

Colts To Start Philip Rivers In Week 17

Fans of Philip Rivers‘ comeback story will have at least one more chance to observe it. The Colts’ Week 16 loss has all but buried them in the playoff race, but Shane Steichen will not turn to one of his younger passers for Week 17.

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 23

Colts stars get a fantastic early Christmas present from the NFL, to soften the blow for how poorly the team has played lately

The Indianapolis Colts needed some good news badly today after suffering their sixth loss in seven games in Week 16 against the San Francisco 49ers. Thankfully, they finally got some just ahead of Christmas this week.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 23

Pair of Top Colts Selected to 2026 Pro Bowl

Two staples of the Indianapolis Colts franchise have been named to the 2026 Pro Bowl. Those names are running back Jonathan Taylor and guard Quenton Nelson.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / 5 GOATs / December 23

Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. evaluates his 2025 season: ‘It can always be better’

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has had a solid 2025 season, but he knows it could be better. On3 recently spoke to the former USC star, and he gave an honest evaluation of his play this year.

Philip Rivers News / Yardbarker / December 24

Philip Rivers makes a sad admission about his return to Colts

Rivers has looked sharp in his two starts after five years away from the NFL.

Jets QB Justin Fields' season officially over ahead of expected divorce with N.Y.

Latest J.J. McCarthy setback raises more doubts about his Vikings future

Cleveland Browns will not activate QB Deshaun Watson from PUP list

Brock Purdy is putting 49ers' 'quarterback controversy' to bed

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 23

Colts' Playoff Odds Revealed After Crushing Loss to 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts have had a rollercoaster season under coach Shane Steichen with an 8-7 record heading into the final two games of the NFL season.

Jonathan Taylor News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 23

Colts’ Jonathan Taylor pushes the pile for tough TD

Monday Night Football brought grit and pushback from the Indianapolis Colts, even as the result slipped away. On MNF against the San Francisco 49ers, Jonathan Taylor delivered a defining TD, forcing his way up the middle for a one-yard score that cut the deficit to 34–27.

Jauan Jennings News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23

49ers’ Jauan Jennings pulled savage troll job on Colts fan

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings put on his villain mask Monday during his team’s game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 23

'MNF' takeaways: 49ers remain in play for NFC's No. 1 seed with blowout win

The San Francisco 49ers (11-4) kept pace in the NFC playoff picture with a 48-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts (8-7), whose once-bright season has taken a dark turn.

Cam Ward's steady improvement should give Titans fans hope

Trevor Lawrence joined historic company with performance vs. Broncos

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