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5 winners and losers from the first week of the Colts free agency, including the opportunity of a lifetime for a young player

The Indianapolis Colts may not have made major out-of-house signings, but they went through some significant changes during the first wave of free agency.

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Why the Colts Bet the Future on a Rehabbed Daniel Jones

In 2025, quarterback Daniel Jones had a true renaissance season with the Indianapolis Colts. It was arguably the best football of his career. Unfortunately, it was the injury bug that derailed his season down the home stretch.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Colts 7 round 2026 NFL mock draft: Indy attacks

The Indianapolis Colts weren't as active as some would have liked to see during the first wave of free agency. The team focused on retaining its own top in-house free agents, quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 16

3 Free Agents Still Available Who Could Start for Colts

The Indianapolis Colts are in full-go mode as free agency continues for the NFL, and still have big needs across the roster to fill if they want to succeed in what will be a competitive AFC South.

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Mo Alie-Cox News / NHANFL / March 16

Colts Lock Down Mo Alie-Cox: Veteran Tight End Returns for 2026 Campaign

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts are making sure their bruising identity remains intact. On Saturday, the front office finalized a one-year deal to retain veteran tight end Mo Alie-Cox, according to league sources.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Sauce Gardner News / A to Z Sports / March 16

Colts star corner Sauce Gardner has set his sights on a major move that fans have already been begging the team to make

The Indianapolis Colts have made moves this offseason, but they haven't added an outside starter in free agency or via trade. Their focus has been on extending two of their own in Alec Pierce and Daniel Jones and adding needed depth at multiple key spots.

Indianapolis Colts News / NHANFL / March 16

Simone Biles Ready for Indy After Jonathan Owens Signs with Colts

INDIANAPOLIS — The Circle City is gaining a powerhouse couple. Veteran safety Jonathan Owens officially signed a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Nick Cross News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 15

The One Overlooked Departure That Will Hurt Colts Most

The Indianapolis Colts have already seen multiple players depart to other destinations through free agency. One of the most interesting is Nick Cross, who wasn't retained by Indianapolis, which led to the Washington Commanders picking him up on a modest two-year, $14 million deal.

Mo Alie-Cox News / Total Apex Sports / March 15

Mo Alie-Cox Is Back, and the Indianapolis Colts Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way

Some guys just belong somewhere. Mo Alie-Cox belongs in Indianapolis. The Colts made it official on Saturday, re-signing the veteran tight end to yet another one-year deal, keeping their quietly beloved road-grader in the fold for what will be his 10th season with the only NFL franchise he’s ever known.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 15

Colts' Projected Starting Lineup After Free Agency Week 1

The first week of the 2026 NFL free agency period gave the Indianapolis Colts clarity at several key positions, including quarterback, but it also created some new holes.

Sauce Gardner News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 15

Sauce Gardner Cryptically Asks Colts to Trade for Star Edge Rusher

Indianapolis Colts superstar cornerback Sauce Gardner had a field day on X, urging the Colts to re-sign Alec Pierce. The way he pushed this narrative was interesting, mentioning that he'd lock Pierce in his basement until a deal with Indianapolis was reached.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 15

Most Underrated Move Colts Made in Free Agency So Far

The Indianapolis Colts saw four-year safety Nick Cross leave in free agency to the Washington Commanders, prompting general manager Chris Ballard to act.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 14

Colts Ink Respected Veteran to Well-Deserved Contract for 2026

NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported that the Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms with Mo Alie-Cox to keep him in the Circle City for another season.

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Mo Alie-Cox News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Colts To Re-Sign TE Mo Alie-Cox

Mo Alie-Cox will remain in place with the Colts in 2026. The veteran tight end agreed to yet another Indianapolis deal on Saturday, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports.

Trey Hendrickson News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Colts Made Offer To Trey Hendrickson

In re-signing quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce for up to $204MM this week, the Colts made a pair of major investments at the outset of free agency.

Anthony Richardson News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Colts’ Anthony Richardson Drawing Interest; Packers Could Pursue QB

Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson requested a trade on Feb. 26, but a deal still has not come together almost three weeks later. While a trade is still not imminent, there are clubs interested in the 23-year-old, Stephen Holder of ESPN reports.

Indianapolis Colts News / ESPN / March 14

Irsay collection nets more than $93M at auction

An expansive memorabilia collection belonging to late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has brought in more than $93 million via auction with Christie's.

Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Anthony Richardson is being linked to intriguing new team

Trade talk is starting to pick up around Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, with a new team being linked to him. The Green Bay Packers are a “team to monitor” for a possible Richardson trade, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 14

3 Colts Free Agents Who Could Still Re-Sign With Indy

As the Indianapolis Colts navigate the early stages of the 2026 NFL offseason, general manager Chris Ballard faces several key decisions regarding in-house free agents.

Daniel Jones News / Last Word On Sports / March 14

Will Daniel Jones Lead the Colts to the Playoffs in 2026?

As expected, the Indianapolis Colts are bringing back quarterback Daniel Jones. Can he power the team to the playoffs in 2026? Indianapolis re-signed Jones to a two-year, $88M deal.

Daniel Jones News / NHANFL / March 14

2026 NFL Free Agency Erupts: Colts Bet Big on Jones, Tua Heads to Atlanta

INDIANAPOLIS — The 2026 NFL Free Agency window just kicked the doors off the hinges. General managers didn’t wait around; they shoved hundreds of millions of dollars at the quarterback position within hours of the market opening.

Daniel Jones News / Football Analysis / March 14

$100M Standoff Ends As NFL Team Surrenders To Quarterback’s Demands

The Indianapolis Colts have shattered NFL contract norms by agreeing to a two-year, $88 million deal with quarterback Daniel Jones that can escalate to $100 million through incentives, marking the largest two-year pact in league history.

Indianapolis Colts News / Football Analysis / March 14

Colts Gamble $37.8M On NFL’s Riskiest Tag—Any Team Can Steal Him For Nothing

Indianapolis committed $37.833 million in guaranteed money to Daniel Jones and left the back door wide open. The Colts placed the transition tag on their quarterback, a mechanism so rarely used at the position that the last time it happened, Bill Clinton was running for re-election and Jeff George was the Atlanta Falcon who got it.

Anthony Richardson News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Anthony Richardson is being linked to 1 prominent new team

Anthony Richardson might have a chance at salvation if he is willing to hold a clipboard for a year. The Los Angeles Rams have “checked in” on a trade for the Indianapolis Colts quarterback Richardson, Rams writer Kenneth Arthur of SB Nation reported this week.