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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 12

Two Colts Rookies Who Could Be Stars in 2026

As the Indianapolis Colts enter 2026, they'll be evaluating their roster from top to bottom as the team aims to resolve the end-of-season woes that have cost them playoff football for years on end.

Anthony Richardson News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 12

Three Potential Anthony Richardson Trade Destinations

2025 was a rough year for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. Coming off a 2024 season filled with drama, including the infamous "tap out", Richardson's job security was in question.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 12

5 Colts with the Most to Prove in 2026

It was a tale of two seasons for the Indianapolis Colts this year. The first half saw the team start with an impressive 8-2 record, giving rise to the notion that this squad could potentially push for a Super Bowl.

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Anthony Richardson News / A to Z Sports / January 12

3 logical trade destinations for Anthony Richardson if the Colts decide it's time to move on from the former first round pick

When the Indianapolis Colts used the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft on Anthony Richardson it had high hopes that he would be the answer at QB it had been searching for since Andrew Luck’s shocking retirement.

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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 12

Colts' Biggest Roster Need for 2026 Made Crystal Clear

Every NFL team that didn't make the playoffs this year are already looking at bolstering their rosters for next year and improving in areas where there were voids.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 11

Colts players hit with news they didn't want to hear from the NFL after being down in the dumps about missing the playoffs

Things were already bad for the Indianapolis Colts after the team lost its final seven games to miss the playoffs, but things just got worse for a couple of players. The Colts lost its season finale to the Houston Texans, which cemented the team to finish the year below .500 with an 8-9 record.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 11

Re-Evaluating Colts’ 2025 Offseason Now That the Year's Over

It's been a week since the Indianapolis Colts ' 2025 season came to a disappointing end against the Houston Texans. A collapse from the best record in the league to out of the postseason is rarely seen, but the Colts made it happen.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 10

3 Colts Free Agents That Need to Be Allowed to Walk

The Indianapolis Colts have multiple free agents who are regarded as high-priority for new contracts ahead of the 2026 season. Notable names include wide receiver Alec Pierce, safety Nick Cross, and quarterback Daniel Jones.

Daniel Jones News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 10

Colts' Daniel Jones Forgotten in QB Ranks After Resurrecting Career

It might have been a brutal finish for Daniel Jones' season with the Indianapolis Colts after he sustained a season-ending Achilles injury in Week 14, but up to that point, he was playing the best football of his career.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 10

Former Colts QB Takes Prominent Role With NFC Team

The Indianapolis Colts have been no stranger to the NFL's quarterback carousel over the past decade. One of their more memorable signings was former MVP winner Matt Ryan, who ditched the Atlanta Falcons for a fresh start in his 15th season.

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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.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 10

Colts' Quenton Nelson Shows Dominance with Latest High-Level Accolade

The Indianapolis Colts had plenty of excellent offensive contributors for the 2025 season despite things falling apart at the end of the campaign. Running back Jonathan Taylor, wide receivers Michael Pittman Jr., and Alec Pierce, and tight end Tyler Warren stand out.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 10

3 Colts Who Emerged Out of Nowhere

The Indianapolis Colts had end-of-season press conferences for both CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon and general manager Chris Ballard following an incredibly disappointing finish to the 2025 season.

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DeForest Buckner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 9

AFC Notes: DeForest Buckner, Colts, Titans

Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon sounded off earlier this week during a news conference, giving her reasons for bringing back both GM Chris Ballard and HC Shane Steichen for 2026.

Chris Ballard News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 9

Chris Ballard Provides Vital Update on Pair of Colts Leaders

Every NFL season brings a new wave of injuries that affect every team in the league, but some teams are hit harder than others. The Indianapolis Colts were one of those unfortunate few in 2025.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 9

Colts land an intriguing QB who has the talent to be their future franchise cornerstone in a new 2026 NFL mock draft

It's become increasingly more likely that the Indianapolis Colts will move on from Anthony Richardson this offseason. Since the regular season ended,

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 9

Three Colts Who Didn't Meet Expectations in 2025

The Indianapolis Colts entered the 2025 season believing they had the pieces to finally turn promise into postseason results. Instead, another late collapse defined the year, and with it came difficult evaluations across the roster.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 9

Chris Ballard Ambiguous on Anthony Richardson Sr.'s Role with Colts

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard had his end-of-the-season press conference yesterday morning. Ballard was asked about Anthony Richardson Sr., and his answers didn't shed much light on the former fourth-overall pick's future with the squad.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 9

Chris Ballard Gives Intel on How Important Alec Pierce is to Colts

Yesterday, Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard held his end-of-season presser and was subsequently peppered with questions regarding the disappointing 2025 campaign.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / January 8

Colts GM Chris Ballard makes big statement about future of Daniel Jones

Questions surround Jones' future amid his contract situation and the significant injury he suffered in 2025.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / January 6

Are Daniel Jones, Colts open to continuing working relationship in 2026?

A recent report shared that Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen plan to re-sign quarterback Daniel Jones. Is Jones interested in remaining in Indy?

Rookie QB Riley Leonard's performance against Texans should leave Colts with one big question

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Alec Pierce News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5