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NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 27

Colts on SI Predictions for Playoff-Defining Clash with Jaguars

The Indianapolis Colts are ready for battle tomorrow afternoon at Lucas Oil Stadium against the Jacksonville Jaguars. This matchup is easy to break down: the Colts are riding a horrific five-game losing streak, while the Jaguars are enjoying six straight wins.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 26

Pair of Key Colts Expected to Return to Action vs. Jaguars

The Indianapolis Colts aren't eliminated from the playoffs just yet, but they'll know their fate by the time they kick off against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday afternoon.

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DeForest Buckner News / Field Level Media / December 26

Colts DT DeForest Buckner (neck) to have season-ending surgery

Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner will undergo season-ending surgery on a herniated disc after aggravating his neck injury. Head coach Shane Steichen announced the update on Friday for Buckner, 31, a three-time Pro Bowl selection who only recently returned from injured reserve.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 26

Colts to place DeForest Buckner on IR; Sauce Gardner to return

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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DeForest Buckner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 26

Colts Placing DT DeForest Buckner On IR After Aggravating Neck Injury

Colts HC Shane Steichen announced they are placing DT DeForest Buckner on injured reserve after aggravating a neck injury, per Mike Chappell. Steichen added that Buckner will subsequently undergo surgery. It’s a rough break for Buckner, who was activated from injured reserve just four days ago ahead of Week 16’s Monday Night loss to the 49ers.

Trevor Lawrence News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 26

Faith In Colts to Upset 'Rolling' Trevor Lawrence Fading

As New Year's approaches, the Indianapolis Colts are likely putting together their resolutions for what this franchise will do moving forward after one of the biggest collapses we've seen in recent memory.

Sauce Gardner News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26

Colts CB Sauce Gardner expected to play vs. Jaguars after return to practice

The Indianapolis Colts received another encouraging sign regarding cornerback Sauce Gardner as they prepare for their Week 17 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Philip Rivers News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 26

Philip Rivers’ Past Success vs. Jaguars Catches the Eye

Philip Rivers has never needed extra motivation against Jacksonville, but Sunday’s context raises the stakes for the Indianapolis Colts. With Indy hosting the Jaguars in a must-win Week 17 matchup at Lucas Oil Stadium, the Colts are once again leaning on a quarterback who has spent his career thriving in these exact situations.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 26

Colts' Star Defender Returns to Practice in Encouraging Update

The Indianapolis Colts are on their last life as they prepare to face the AFC South-leading Jacksonville Jaguars on home turf in Week 17. The Colts already lost to the Jaguars earlier this year in a game that is remembered by most for Daniel Jones' torn Achilles in the first quarter.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 25

5 Christmas Wishes Colts Need to Come True

It's Christmas, which means that Santa has traveled around the world at lightspeed to deliver presents to the entire world. This includes the Indianapolis Colts.

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Philip Rivers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 24

Colts’ Philip Rivers earns ‘best leader’ endorsement from breakout wide receiver

Philip Rivers’ unexpected return to the NFL has quickly become one of the most surprising storylines of the 2025 NFL season, and despite a lopsided 48-27 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, his leadership impact inside the Indianapolis Colts’ locker room is already clear.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Colts Should Avoid Pro Bowl Quarterback at All Costs

The Miami Dolphins could move on from Tua Tagovailoa. If that’s the case, a few teams should be interested in the quarterback this offseason. Bleacher

Sauce Gardner News / Field Level Media / December 24

Colts CB Sauce Gardner (calf) does not practice Wednesday

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner was listed as a non-participant in the team's Wednesday walkthrough ahead of Sunday's home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 24

8 Players Miss Colts' First Practice of the Week

The Indianapolis Colts have their sights set on the Jacksonville Jaguars for the second time this season as they look to put an end to a five-game skid that's pushed them out of the playoff picture.

Anthony Richardson News / A to Z Sports / December 24

Colts share important update on Anthony Richardson's status as he works to make his return from the IR

With every Indianapolis Colts loss, more and more people are wondering if the team should at least give Anthony Richardson the chance to take the field before the year ends.

Indianapolis Colts News / The SportsRush / December 24

Did the Colts Make a Mistake by Going All-In for the Sauce Gardner Trade?

The Indianapolis Colts are having one of the most meager finishes to the 2025 season after spending the first two months as the belle of the ball. The team started off red hot, going 7-1 when most people thought they would not win seven games all season.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 23

A group of Colts players are now one step closer to earning a major accomplishment that would mean a lot to each individually

The Indianapolis Colts have let a once-promising season slip out of their hands. They are now 8-7, but did have some good news announced on Tuesday. The team had two players named to the NFL Pro Bowl, Jonathan Taylor and Quenton Nelson. They may have some more Colts teammates with them by the time it's all said and done.

Brett Rypien News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 23

Vikings Claiming QB Brett Rypien Off Waivers From Colts

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Vikings are claiming QB Brett Rypien off waivers from the Colts. It’s worth noting Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has been ruled out with a hand injury and backup QB Max Brosmer will start.

Philip Rivers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 23

Colts To Start Philip Rivers In Week 17

Fans of Philip Rivers‘ comeback story will have at least one more chance to observe it. The Colts’ Week 16 loss has all but buried them in the playoff race, but Shane Steichen will not turn to one of his younger passers for Week 17.