It seems like a forgone conclusion at this point that the Indianapolis Colts will re-sign Daniel Jones as their starting quarterback in 2026. With Jones rehabbing a torn Achilles, though, it seems safe to assume the team will also make plans in case he isn't able to start every game next year.
The 2026 NFL draft is just a couple of months away as the Indianapolis Colts finalize their big board and future outlook. It'll be the Colts' 10th draft under general manager Chris Ballard as the long-time executive looks to make a final push for an AFC South title.
The Indianapolis Colts badly need more at edge rusher, and while signing the top free agent, Trey Hendrickson, would be the biggest and quickest upgrade, the Colts will need to use cap space to re-sign Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce, as well as address other areas of the roster.
It's no secret that Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard has likely overstayed his welcome as the front office leader. I used to defend Ballard staying.
As the 2026 NFL draft edges closer, the Indianapolis Colts are continuing to solidify their vision for the future. The Colts won't have a first-round pick in this year's draft, but there's plenty of talent hiding down the board.
As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.
The Indianapolis Colts may have unceremoniously ended their 2025 season, but some young players showed out in big ways. Promising talent is the cornerstone to any NFL team's future success, and for Indianapolis, this trio gave the franchise reason to believe they could become superstars.
Quarterback issues have been rampant for the Indianapolis Colts ever since Andrew Luck retired. Indy has tried veteran band-aids and young replacements, but nothing has materialized into a division title.
The Indianapolis Colts ' defense wasn't atrocious in 2025, but they certainly could have used some help, especially on the defensive line. The Colts posted 39 sacks as a team, but over the final five weeks of the season, they had just four.
The Indianapolis Colts had injury issues with their cornerbacks from training camp until the end of the 2025 regular season. Justin Walley (torn ACL), Charvarius Ward (three concussions), Sauce Gardner (calf strain), and Jaylon Jones (hamstring, missed seven games) all suffered critical injuries that either limited, or derailed their years.
Free agency has pros and cons for every NFL team. With it comes massive opportunities to sign new talent to boost rosters. However, it also means that various in-house players might not get re-signed due to different cap situations.
The Indianapolis Colts are going through their first full offseason under their new ownership. Last offseason, longtime owner Jim Irsay passed away; therefore, the team was passed down to his three daughters, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Kalen Jackson, and Casey Foyt.
The Indianapolis Colts are continuing to reshape the defensive side of their staff this offseason. According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, UNLV outside linebackers coach Jeremy Bruce has accepted a defensive quality control role with Indianapolis, adding another fresh voice to a unit that desperately needs recalibration heading into 2026.
The story of Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks is one of the NFL's best in recent memory. Darnold was written off by several teams, but the former third-overall pick proved the doubters wrong in Year 8 by hoisting a Lombardi Trophy and becoming the second quarterback in NFL history to string together consecutive 14-win seasons.
Chris Ballard made plenty of impact moves in 2025 for the Indianapolis Colts. Adding cornerback Charvarius Ward and safety Cam Bynum were among the highlighted transactions.
Peyton Manning will always be treated as royalty in the state of Indiana and even more so in the city of Indianapolis. Manning led the charge to make a state known for its unconditional love of basketball open its minds and hearts to the game of football.
With their first-round pick gone, the Indianapolis Colts will be hunting in the bargain bin for rookies in the later rounds of the 2026 NFL draft. The Colts are expected to gain two compensatory picks before the draft, which could help general manager Chris Ballard make any draft-day moves for players he likes.
The Indianapolis Colts will face some tough decisions during the 2026 offseason. The Colts were one of the NFL’s best teams early in the season. In fact, they entered their bye week at 8-2 and seemed on top of the world.
The Indianapolis Colts are expected to use the franchise tag in the coming weeks on either QB Daniel Jones or WR Alec Pierce, per CBS’s Jonathan Jones.
The tenure of Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen has been simultaneously unforgettable and unmemorable. The Colts haven't accomplished anything, going 25-26 over three seasons, but Steichen also coached a record-breaking stretch at the start of 2025 and oversaw two stints by quarterbacks over 40.
The Indianapolis Colts have been fortunate not to suffer a significant shake-up to their coaching staff this offseason. Multiple members have interviewed elsewhere but ultimately remained with the team.
Daniel Jones represents the top pending free agent for the Colts. Keeping him in the fold will be a major offseason priority, but the same is also true of Alec Pierce.
In the weeks leading up to Thursday's announcement for the NFL's 2026 Hall of Fame class, there was more discussion and outrage over who was not getting in than who might get in.