Indianapolis Colts: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 2

Colts Newcomer is Proving to be the Team's Most Underrated Move of the Offseason

The Indianapolis Colts parted ways with their starting MIKE linebacker and leader of the defense earlier this offseason when they traded Zaire Franklin to the Green Bay Packers.

Quenton Nelson News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 2

Colts Face Rising Cost to Keep Quenton Nelson After Latest Guard Deal

The price of keeping Indianapolis Colts star guard Quenton Nelson may have increased again Saturday. The NFL world deemed Nelson as the league's second-best interior lineman earlier this offseason, and now recent movement in the guard market points to the Colts' longtime pillar demanding an even higher contract extension than before.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 2

Colts Rookie Report: Who is Rising (And Falling) on the Depth Chart?

The Indianapolis Colts just wrapped up their longest stretch of practices to kick off their training camp, a four-day pad-less affair that gave us a sneak peek at what's to come.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 2

Daniel Jones faces an injury question nobody wants to ask about Patrick Mahomes

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 1

AFC Notes: Josh Downs, Jonathan Taylor, Parker Washington, Colts, Jaguars

Colts WR Josh Downs is excited to showcase his ability to do more within the offense with Alec Pierce absent while he recovers from an injury. “It’s definitely an opportunity, but also a continuation to show I’m a really good receiver in the NFL,” Downs said, via the team’s website.

Jonathan Taylor News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Jonathan Taylor Makes Feelings Clear on Colts Future After Major Contract Update

The Indianapolis Colts appear determined to keep franchise running back Jonathan Taylor in Indianapolis for the rest of his NFL career, and the feeling seems to be mutual.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

AFC Notes: Jonathan Taylor, DeForest Buckner, Brian Thomas Jr., Colts, Jaguars

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor said he is participating fully in training camp while trusting his agent and the team to work toward a new contract. “I have faith,’’ he said, via Fox 59.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31

Colts Interested In Extending LG Quenton Nelson

Jonathan Taylor extension talks have begun, adding more intrigue to another important negotiating period for running backs (as Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs are holding in).

Kenny McIntosh News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Colts Worked Out Two Running Backs

The Indianapolis Colts hosted RBs Kenny McIntosh and Marcus Major for workouts on Friday, per the NFL Transactions wire. The Seahawks cut McIntosh loose earlier this week.

CJ Allen News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 31

Top Takeaways From Day 3 of Colts Training Camp: CJ Allen's Promising First Day of School

WESTFIELD, IN -- The Indianapolis Colts took the field at Grand Park for their third practice of training camp, and it was a quiet showing overall, but it did feature multiple standouts, both in performance and participation.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Indianapolis Colts News / Viral Sports News / July 31

Colts Receive Big Jonathan Taylor Update on His Future

Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor took part fully in the team’s opening training camp practice Wednesday and voiced optimism that a contract extension will be completed.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Colts are thinking about gambling on polarizing player that could help with injury problems and give Daniel Jones a big target

The Colts need help at wide receiver, mainly due to injuries. Therefore, the team is looking at former Steelers, Bears, and Dolphins wideout Chase Claypool.

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Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Colts Sign UDFA RB Roydell Williams

The Indianapolis Colts announced they have signed UDFA RB Roydell Williams to a contract. Williams, 24, was a four-star recruit and the 10th-ranked running back in the 2020 recruiting class out of Hueytown, Alabama.

CJ Allen News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31

Colts Activate Second-Round LB C.J. Allen

The Indianapolis Colts announced they have activated second-round LB C.J. Allen off the PUP list. Allen was cleared to participate after only missing the first two training camp practices with a muscle strain.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 31

Colts' Secondary Flashing Serious Potential Early in Training Camp

Ever since Lou Anarumo was hired as defensive coordinator, the Indianapolis Colts have placed a high priority on finding top-tier talent for their secondary.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

AFC Notes: Chris Ballard, Jonathan Taylor, C.J. Stroud, Colts, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

Colts GM Chris Ballard spoke about why he wouldn’t agree to a new contract extension with the team prior to the season even if it was offered despite being in the final year of his contract. “I’m in the last year of my deal,” Ballard said, via Pro Football Talk.

Indianapolis Colts News / Viral Sports News / July 30

Report: Colts Have Shown Interest in Former In-State Star Playmaker

The Indianapolis Colts brought in veteran wide receiver Chase Claypool for a workout during Thursday’s training camp practice, according to a report from NFL Network.

Jonathan Taylor News / TWSN / July 31

Jonathan Taylor Makes Feelings Clear About Indianapolis Colts Amid Extension Talks

The last time Jonathan Taylor entered training camp with an uncertain future surrounding him and the Indianapolis Colts, the situation quickly became one of the NFL’s biggest storylines.

Chris Ballard News / Pro Football Rumors / July 30

Colts GM Chris Ballard Will Not Consider Extension

2026 represents the final year of Chris Ballard‘s contract. A small window of opportunity exists for an extension agreement to be reached between the Colts and their general manager, but no such deal will be made.

Jonathan Taylor News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29

Colts, RB Jonathan Taylor Have Discussed Extension

Jonathan Taylor joins Quenton Nelson as cornerstone Colts in contract years. Nothing yet has emerged on Nelson’s situation — one that provides him ammo to seek a guard-record extension — but Taylor provided an update Wednesday.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / July 29

Grok simulates the Indianapolis Colts’ 2026 NFL season, including game-by-game results, playoff predictions, and key stats

The Indianapolis Colts will be on the grass as a 90-man roster this week, kicking off the start of their 2026 season for all intents and purposes. To prepare for training camp and the season ahead, here is an unbiased season simulation done by Grok.

Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28