Indianapolis Colts: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chris Ballard News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28

Colts GM puts himself on the hot seat with stern message before training camp

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard does not think he deserves any job security right now. Ballard spoke to reporters on Tuesday, a day before the Colts begin training camp for the 2026 season.

Anthony Richardson News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 28

Colts Anticipate QB Anthony Richardson Will Finish Out His Rookie Contract in Indianapolis

Longtime Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard kicked off training camp festivities explaining that it's most likely that the fourth-year quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr.

Chris Ballard News / A to Z Sports / July 28

Colts GM Chris Ballard just admitted he’s on the hottest of hot seats with telling comments about his future in Indianapolis

The Colts are feeling the pressure to win something of significance in 2026, and it starts at the top with GM Chris Ballard. He just proved as much with some telling comments about his future in Indy.

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Can you name the NFL quarterbacks who have the most games with at least four passing touchdowns without an interception?

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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 / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 28

3 Colts Stars Playing for Their Next Contracts in 2026 (And What They Could Earn)

The Indianapolis Colts will officially report to training camp Tuesday before beginning practice Wednesday at Grand Park. For three of the franchise’s biggest cornerstones, camp also marks the beginning of a contract season that could shape their futures in Indianapolis.

DeForest Buckner News / Pro Football Rumors / July 28

Colts DT DeForest Buckner Cleared For Start Of Training Camp

Daniel Jones is in position to fully participate in the opening practices of the Colts’ training camp. He is not the only core player with a clean bill of health entering the summer.

Anthony Richardson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 28

Colts GM Intends To Keep Three QBs, Won’t Just Give Away Anthony Richardson

Per Joel A. Erickson, Colts GM Chris Ballard said he currently intends to keep all three QBs in Daniel Jones, Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard. Ballard also noted they are realistic about potentially trading Richardson, but made it clear they don’t want to just give him away.

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The '2 passing, 2 rushing-TD games' quiz

How many of the 55 NFL quarterbacks to record at least two passing AND rushing touchdowns in the same game in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?

CJ Allen News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 28

CJ Allen's Status Entering Training Camp Isn't the End of the World, but it Does Warrant Concern

The Indianapolis Colts are set to enter the new year with a new face in the middle of their new-look defense, with rookie linebacker CJ Allen taking over at the MIKE position after years of solid, consistent play from longtime starter Zaire Franklin was traded earlier this offseason.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Daniel Jones News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27

Daniel Jones has notable update on his injury status

Daniel Jones’ comeback train appears ready to leave the station for Week 1. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback, who suffered a season-ending torn Achilles in December, appeared on “The Pat McAfee Show” on Monday to talk about his recovery.

Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27

Colts place WR on PUP list after signing $114 million contract

The Indianapolis Colts invested heavily in the offense this offseason by signing quarterback Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88 million deal and giving wide receiver Alec Pierce a four-year contract worth $114 million.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / July 27

Colts Place Alec Pierce, C.J. Allen On PUP

Wide receiver Alec Pierce was on the verge of reaching free agency in March, but the Colts kept him off the market with a four-year, $114MM offer. Pierce is their clear-cut No.

Alec Pierce News / Field Level Media / July 27

Colts WR Alec Pierce to start camp on PUP list

The Indianapolis Colts placed wide receiver Alec Pierce and rookie linebacker CJ Allen on the physically unable to perform list Monday ahead of the start of training camp.

Daniel Jones News / Field Level Media / July 27

Colts QB Daniel Jones 'a full go' for training camp

Felled by an Achilles injury last December, Colts quarterback Daniel Jones said Monday he will be under center for Indianapolis' first training camp practice Wednesday.

Daniel Jones News / Pro Football Rumors / July 27

Colts QB Daniel Jones Fully Cleared For Training Camp

Less than eight months after tearing his Achilles, Colts quarterback Daniel Jones is fully cleared for training camp. “Plan is to be back in 11-on-11, full-team drills Wednesday when we start up practice,” Jones said on The Pat McAfee Show.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 27

Colts' Young Core Shown Absolutely No Love

NFL teams must have a steady veteran presence to have the best chance at success, but it's equally important to possess a collection of young talent to even out the capabilities of a roster.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 28

Ranking the NFL’s three worst offseason decisions

Some of these decisions may work out. For now, though, these three stand out as the NFL’s worst offseason decisions.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / July 27

Daniel Jones gives promising update ahead of training camp

The Indianapolis Colts were playing like one of the best teams in the NFL last season before their quarterback Daniel Jones went down with a broken leg and Achilles injury. Will he be ready for the 2026 season?

Jacoby Brissett contract news gives Cardinals a sigh of relief

Mike LaFleur had a strong statement on Brissett’s contract saga

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McBride praises Jeremiyah Love after Nathaniel Hackett's comment

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