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Rival Teams Expect Colts To Sell Off Players Before Trade Deadline

Rival Teams Expect Colts To Sell Off Players Before Trade Deadline

Per ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler, now that the Colts have fired GM Chris Ballard, rival teams expect Indianapolis to start trading away players before the trade deadline at the end of Week 9.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Carlie Irsay-Gordon's Next GM Hire Could Decide Whether Shane Steichen Survives in Indianapolis

Carlie Irsay-Gordon's Next GM Hire Could Decide Whether Shane Steichen Survives in Indianapolis

Shane Steichen heard the boos at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday, and less than 24 hours later the Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard. That leaves Steichen, the coach Ballard hired in 2023, as the most visible holdover from a regime that owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon decided could not wait until the offseason.

Anthony Richardson News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Will the Colts Trade Anthony Richardson? The Eagles' QB Problem Could Open the Door

Will the Colts Trade Anthony Richardson? The Eagles' QB Problem Could Open the Door

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. has been available in some form since the Colts let him seek a trade this offseason, and nobody bit.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 21
3 Colts May See Increased Workloads Moving Forward

3 Colts May See Increased Workloads Moving Forward

The Indianapolis Colts' 2026 season is all but over, and the organization needs to start looking ahead. With the playoffs no longer a realistic expectation, the rest of the remaining schedule should focus on evaluating the roster and determining which players deserve a role beyond this season.

Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

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?

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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 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.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21
Colts HC Shane Steichen Could Draw Interest If Fired

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.

Josh Downs News / TWSN / October 21
Josh Downs Is a Week 7 Flex Gamble Worth Considering in PPR

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.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 21
Colts' trade deadline moves could be beginning of the end for Daniel Jones, Shane Steichen

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.

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
Dan Patrick reveals who Colts contacted first after GM firing
Colts get Sauce Gardner injury update after ugly loss to Titans
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Jonathan Taylor News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Jonathan Taylor Becomes a Trade Deadline Name Two Months After Signing His Colts Extension

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

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.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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 / Pro Football Rumors / October 20
Fallout From Chris Ballard’s Firing: Steichen, Jones, Trade Possibilities

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

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.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
 The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
 The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz
The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz
 The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz
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

Peyton Manning News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20
Colts To Contact Peyton Manning About GM Job?

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

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

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

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

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.

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
Sauce Gardner News / Yardbarker / October 19
Colts get Sauce Gardner injury update after ugly loss to Titans

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 / A to Z Sports / October 19
Colts are reportedly looking into a general manager candidate who would change the entire complexion surrounding Indianapolis

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

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.

Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move
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
NFL Week 6 winners, losers: Caleb Williams shines, Los Angeles football is a mess
The 'No.4-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
Jim Irsay News / The Spun / October 19
Colts Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon Announces Firing Monday

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 Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Ballard his job

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.

Colts have soul-searching to do after loss to Titans
NFL Week 6 winners, losers: Caleb Williams shines, Los Angeles football is a mess
The 'QBs with multiple 2 rushing-TD games' quiz

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