Indianapolis Colts: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 22

Colts fans may not like it but a controversial decision by the team looks smarter as each day passes

The Indianapolis Colts' decision to keep head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard for another season was met with understandable frustration from the fan base. The team lost seven straight games to end the year, ultimately sinking what had appeared to be a season full of potential.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 22

NFL Executive Predicts Colts Will End Decade-Long Slump

After an extremely promising beginning to the 2025 season, the Indianapolis Colts ended the year on a seven-game losing streak to become the first team in NFL history to finish with a losing record after a 7-1 start.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 22

Final Grades Are in for Colts’ 2025 Rookie Class

The 2026 NFL draft isn't far off, taking place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from April 23rd through the 25th. The Indianapolis Colts don't have a first-round pick due to the Sauce Gardner trade, but still have plenty of selections to help solidify the roster.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 21

NFL Extends Key Partnership With Indianapolis

One of the longest-standing traditions in the NFL is the combine being hosted in Indianapolis. The city's central location and efficient logistics have earned it the right to host the combine every year since 1987.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 21

Colts Legend Chimes in on Decision to Keep Ballard, Steichen

The Indianapolis Colts had a nasty, injury-riddled ending to their 2025 season, but despite years of mediocrity, the team decided to retain general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen for another year.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 21

Colts' Offensive Coordinator Options if Jim Bob Cooter Leaves

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter is interviewing with the Philadelphia Eagles for their vacant (play-calling) offensive coordinator job.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 21

Why Colts Aren’t Joining the NFL's Coaching Overhaul

The Indianapolis Colts finished their 2025 season 8-9, the same record the team finished with in 2024, and just one game worse than their record in 2023.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 21

Another Team Comes Calling for Colts DC Lou Anarumo

Another NFL team has come calling for a key member of the Indianapolis Colts ’ coaching staff, and it’s a development worth monitoring closely. The Buffalo Bills have put in a request to interview Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo for their open head coach position after firing Sean McDermott, per NFL insider Mike Garafolo.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 20

One Free-Agent Type Colts Should Aggressively Pursue

The Indianapolis Colts have built their roster based on three pillars: Youth, athleticism, and internal development. Chris Ballard's philosophy hasn't paid off, meaning the Colts must change their approach this offseason.

Anthony Richardson News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 20

Belief in Colts Trading Anthony Richardson Sr. Gaining Life

It's safe to say that the relationship between Anthony Richardson Sr. and the Indianapolis Colts has been a disaster since the 2023 NFL draft. Outside of a promising four-game sample size from Richardson's rookie year, everything else has been a dumpster fire of epic proportions.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 19

3 Colts Coaches to Battle it Out at 2026 Senior Bowl

The 2026 Reese's Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama, is in a mere 12 days away, and the NFL coaches who will command the American and National teams are set.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / January 19

Top Aaron Rodgers landing spots, ranked

Now 42 years old, there’s a decent chance Rodgers hangs it up and calls it a career. However, if he decides to return, several teams should be interested in securing his services.

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The 'Most TD passes in one NFL game' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw at least six touchdowns in one NFL game in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name in five minutes?

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 19

Colts’ Loyalty Looks Risky in Relentless AFC

The NFL offseason has already seen an unprecedented wave of head coach firings, and two of the teams involved were AFC franchises that still made the playoffs.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 19

Colts are one step closer to losing a key piece of their coaching staff after the latest news

Recent NFL news revealed the decision the Indianapolis Colts made on an interesting subject ahead of the offseason. Last week, the Philadelphia Eagles requested to interview Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter for the same position on its staff.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 19

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers did this for Colts' Daniel Jones after injury

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers knows a little bit about what Indianapolis Colts signal-caller Daniel Jones is going through this winter.

Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers' longtime precedent, and franchise should be wary of doing that

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 18