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NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 2
How to Catch Colts' Season Finale Against Texans
The regular season will conclude for the Indianapolis Colts after they clash at NRG Stadium with the Houston Texans, winners of eight straight games. The Colts' season fell off a cliff after the Achilles injury to Daniel Jones, followed by the return of Philip Rivers, who had previously retired, attempting to lead the team to the playoffs.
Jonathan Taylor News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 2
Colts Star Jonathan Taylor Has Something to Prove vs. Texans
The Indianapolis Colts are heading into their final game of the 2025 season against the Houston Texans on Sunday. While the Colts are clearly out of the playoff picture, and it might appear like this game means nothing, don't tell that to superstar running back Jonathan Taylor.
Philip Rivers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 1
Colts QB Philip Rivers’ reflection before final NFL game will give fans the feels
Philip Rivers had a reflection to share before he approaches his last NFL game with the Indianapolis Colts to conclude his career in the 2025 season. Initially retiring after the 2020 campaign, Rivers returned to the NFL in 2025 as the Colts needed help following Daniel Jones’ season-ending Achilles injury.
The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz
How many of the NFL receivers to terrorize each team's fanbase the most in their career can you name in five minutes?
Indianapolis Colts News / 5 GOATs / January 1
Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. reveals RB Jonathan Taylor’s ‘key to his success’
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. knows why running back Jonathan Taylor is having a monster 2025 NFL season. On3 recently spoke to Pittman and asked him what makes Taylor a special player.
The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run
Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 1
Colts' Defense Could Be Without Star Again vs. Texans
The Indianapolis Colts will end their 2025 season with a road matchup against the Houston Texans, who are still in contention for an AFC South title. The Colts can play spoiler with Riley Leonard under center on Sunday afternoon.
Philip Rivers News / Field Level Media / January 1
Philip Rivers says he's done with NFL, heading 'back to the sideline'
Philip Rivers confirmed that his NFL career will be over once the Indianapolis Colts' season ends this weekend. The 44-year-old came out of retirement a month ago after the Colts lost starting quarterback Daniel Jones to a season-ending injury.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 1
Philip Rivers confirms what everyone already knew in an announcement following the Colts' choice to start Riley Leonard over him
It may have only lasted three weeks, but Philip Rivers' return to the NFL at 44 years old, after a five-year hiatus, is something NFL fans will remember for a while.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 1
Colts injury updates on Sauce Gardner, Anthony Richardson, and more ahead of the season finale against the Texans in Week 18
For a team eliminated from the playoff race, the 8-8 Indianapolis Colts sure know how to keep attention on themselves. The team is making a QB change by sending Philip Rivers to the bench in favor of a younger option at the position.
Daniel Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 1
If Colts Regime Returns In 2026, Plan Is To Extend QB Daniel Jones
Per ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the current Colts’ regime plans to re-sign QB Daniel Jones in the spring and hope for a quick recovery with the belief he can be their long-term quarterback.
Philip Rivers News / Pro Football Rumors / January 1
QB Philip Rivers Will Not Play In 2026
Philip Rivers largely impressed (considering expectations) during his three-game return to the NFL. After attempting to rescue the Colts’ season late in 2025, though, he will not continue his comeback into next year.
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.
Daniel Jones News / Yardbarker / January 2
Colts reportedly have already made Daniel Jones decision for 2026
Jones was viewed by many as a legitimate regular-season MVP candidate before he attempted to play with a reported fracture in his fibula and before he suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon on Dec. 7.
Indianapolis Colts News / The SportsRush / January 1
Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon Hinted at a Possible Colts Rebuild After Embarrassing Playoff Elimination
The Indianapolis Colts’ 2025 season will be remembered for two things. First, Philip Rivers’ shocking return, and second, how they began and the brutal unraveling that followed.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 1
5 Keys for Colts to End Season Right Against Texans
Playoffs are officially off the table for the Indianapolis Colts as they head to NRG Stadium to close out the 2025 season. After three games of the legendary Philip Rivers leading the Colts' offense, rookie QB Riley Leonard will get his first career start against a terrifying Houston Texans defense.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 1
Colts on SI Predictions for Season Finale vs. Texans
The 2025 season for the Indianapolis Colts has been one of fantastic performances, breakout players, and resurgent careers. However, that was the first half.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / January 2
Colts' Philip Rivers confirms future plans after shocking return from retirement
Is Rivers planning on extending his shocking return to the field?
Philip Rivers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31
Philip Rivers announces final career decision before Week 18
The Indianapolis Colts fell to 8-8 after losing their sixth straight game on Sunday. While the Colts were already eliminated from the playoffs, Philip Rivers took the field in Week 17 for the team’s final home game of 2025.
NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 31
Predicting Riley Leonard's First Start for Colts Against Texans
Rookie sixth-round quarterback Riley Leonard gets his first start under center for the Indianapolis Colts against the Houston Texans on Sunday, a team riding an eight-game winning streak.
Chris Ballard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 31
AFC Hot Seat Rumors: Chris Ballard, Colts, Jaguars, Titans
The Colts were surging through the middle of the season, but have collapsed to 8-8 and out of contention in the AFC South. Dan Graziano of ESPN writes that no one around the league seems to know the direction of Indianapolis and GM Chris Ballard after their late-season slide.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 31
Two Colts Starting Corners Miss Practice, Status in Question
The 2025 season will come to a close for the Indianapolis Colts this weekend as they travel south to face the Houston Texans. The Colts have lost six straight games, and if they fall to Houston, they'll finish with an 8-9 record after sitting at the top of the AFC less than two months ago.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31
Colts’ Philip Rivers will ‘hang around’ for Week 18, Anthony Richardson still dealing with vision problems
One of the wildest storylines of the late NFL season was the Indianapolis Colts signing quarterback Philip Rivers, five years after he retired after last appearing with the team during the 2020 season.
Riley Leonard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 31
Colts Name QB Riley Leonard Starter For Week 18
Per Ian Rapoport, the Colts have named QB Riley Leonard their starter for Week 18, with veteran QB Philip Rivers stepping aside as the team is officially out of playoff contention.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31
Colts rumors: Daniel Jones’ injury ruined season. Could it also cost Chris Ballard his job?
The season in Indianapolis flipped from optimism to uncertainty the moment Daniel Jones went down, and Adam Schefter’s read is that the Colts are still banking on bringing him back in 2026, believing he’ll be ready for the start of the season, which would make a Malik Willis-type pursuit less necessary.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 30
Colts Expected To Start QB Riley Leonard In Week 18
When speaking after Sunday’s game, Philip Rivers reflected on his three-game return to NFL action. Since that point, signs have pointed to the Colts going in a different direction under center for Week 18.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / January 1
Colts make final decision about Philip Rivers' future
Rivers' comeback was one of the biggest storylines this NFL season.
Indianapolis Colts News / EasySportz / December 29
The Indianapolis Colts Gambled on a Dream; Now They Must Face Reality
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. The Indianapolis Colts didn’t just watch their season end — they watched it slowly leak out, like air from a tire no one noticed was flat until the steering wheel started shaking.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 26
Colts to place DT DeForest Buckner on IR; Sauce Gardner to return in Week 17
DeForest Buckner returned in Week 16, coming back after a lengthy absence. A durable player throughout his Indianapolis stay, the veteran defensive tackle will not play the rest of the way.
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