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Grading Every Colts Position Group Through Six Weeks

Grading Every Colts Position Group Through Six Weeks

The Indianapolis Colts are six games into the 2026 season, and at 2-4, there is plenty of blame to go around. Most of it belongs on the defensive side of the ball, but there are still a few bright spots keeping this team competitive.

Jonathan Taylor News / Yardbarker / October 22
Colts' Jonathan Taylor addresses trade rumors after firing of Chris Ballard

Colts' Jonathan Taylor addresses trade rumors after firing of Chris Ballard

Taylor was asked about possibly having a new football home next month. 

Daniel Jones sends message to Colts teammates about uncertain futures after firing of Chris Ballard
Colts' trade-deadline moves could be beginning of the end for Daniel Jones, Shane Steichen
Five best candidates for new Colts GM
ESPN proposes 49ers trade for Colts DT—but not the one you think
The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz
Indianapolis Colts News / Trade Talk Sports / October 22
Indianapolis Colts at a Crossroads: Is It Time to Buy or Sell?

Indianapolis Colts at a Crossroads: Is It Time to Buy or Sell?

Firing a general manager is different from fixing a football team. The Indianapolis Colts have taken the first step, dismissing Chris Ballard after a disappointing 26–20 loss to the Tennessee Titans left them sitting at 2–4.

Grover Stewart News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Without a 2027 First-Rounder, the Colts Can't Afford to Keep Grover Stewart Past the Deadline

Without a 2027 First-Rounder, the Colts Can't Afford to Keep Grover Stewart Past the Deadline

Grover Stewart turned 33 on Tuesday, and the Indianapolis Colts should treat it as the start of his farewell tour. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell proposed a deal that sends Stewart and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the San Francisco 49ers for a 2027 sixth, and the timing lines up with a front office that just fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz
The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz
The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

DeForest Buckner News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Colts Have Tough Decision on DeForest Buckner Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline

Colts Have Tough Decision on DeForest Buckner Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline

The Indianapolis Colts face a difficult decision on DeForest Buckner as the NFL trade deadline approaches, with the veteran tackle making clear that winning remains his main priority.

Sauce Gardner News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Sauce Gardner Says His New Calf Injury Is Nothing Like the One That Sank the Colts' 2025 Finish

Sauce Gardner Says His New Calf Injury Is Nothing Like the One That Sank the Colts' 2025 Finish

Sauce Gardner knows how the word “calf” lands in Indianapolis. The Indianapolis Colts cornerback missed Wednesday’s practice after hurting his calf in Sunday’s 26-20 loss to the Tennessee Titans, and he spent part of his media session separating it from the injury that wrecked the end of his 2025 season.

Shane Steichen News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 22
What Shane Steichen Must Do to Save His Job With the Colts

What Shane Steichen Must Do to Save His Job With the Colts

Chris Ballard is gone. And if this season keeps trending the way it has, I have a hard time believing Shane Steichen will be far behind. Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon made her expectations clear when she fired Ballard on Monday.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 22
Daniel Jones sends message to Colts teammates about uncertain futures after firing of Chris Ballard

Daniel Jones sends message to Colts teammates about uncertain futures after firing of Chris Ballard

Jones sent a message to his teammates while speaking about uncertainty regarding his status with the Colts. 

Daniel Jones receives fresh warnings about future with Colts after firing of Chris Ballard
Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move
Colts' trade-deadline moves could be beginning of the end for Daniel Jones, Shane Steichen
The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz
Jonathan Taylor News / TWSN / October 21
Elite Fantasy Football RB You Need to Trade For

Elite Fantasy Football RB You Need to Trade For

So far through six games of the 2026 fantasy football season, Jonathan Taylor has been a great running back to have. Over that span, Taylor is averaging 19.8 PPG, with four of six games seeing him score at least 21.1 points.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Stadium Rant / October 21
Colts Trade Deadline: 5 Players Indianapolis Could Trade

Colts Trade Deadline: 5 Players Indianapolis Could Trade

The Colts trade deadline will likely disappoint fans. Most around the NFL believe Indianapolis could be selling at the NFL trade deadline on November 10.

Indianapolis Colts News / Viral Sports News / October 21
Indianapolis Colts Facing 16-Player Injury Crisis Before Week 7

Indianapolis Colts Facing 16-Player Injury Crisis Before Week 7

The Indianapolis Colts listed 16 players on their initial injury report Wednesday as they prepared for Sunday’s game against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
 The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
 The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 21
Colts' Injury Woes Continue as 16 Players Appear on Week 7 Report

Colts' Injury Woes Continue as 16 Players Appear on Week 7 Report

Just when it seemed things couldn't get much worse for the Indianapolis Colts, Wednesday's injury report brought another headache. Sunday's embarrassing 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans dropped Indianapolis to 2-4.

Sauce Gardner News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Sauce Gardner Says His Calf Injury Isn't as Bad This Time as Colts Wait on Their Top Cornerback

Sauce Gardner Says His Calf Injury Isn't as Bad This Time as Colts Wait on Their Top Cornerback

Indianapolis finally got a little relief in a week that hasn’t offered much of it. Sauce Gardner’s calf injury isn’t as bad as the one that derailed his first stretch with the Colts, the cornerback told reporters Wednesday, according to IndyStar’s Joel A.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21
Rival Teams Expect Colts To Sell Off Players Before Trade Deadline

Rival Teams Expect Colts To Sell Off Players Before Trade Deadline

Per ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler, now that the Colts have fired GM Chris Ballard, rival teams expect Indianapolis to start trading away players before the trade deadline at the end of Week 9.

Roger Goodell News / EssentiallySports / October 21
'Didn’t Want to Beat the Commissioner': Pat McAfee Reveals Colts Frustrations Over Lockout During Roger Goodell’s Visit

'Didn’t Want to Beat the Commissioner': Pat McAfee Reveals Colts Frustrations Over Lockout During Roger Goodell’s Visit

When NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell walked into the Indianapolis Colts locker room during the labor standoff in 2010, the mood was less like a business meeting and more like the build-up to a showdown.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Carlie Irsay-Gordon's Next GM Hire Could Decide Whether Shane Steichen Survives in Indianapolis

Carlie Irsay-Gordon's Next GM Hire Could Decide Whether Shane Steichen Survives in Indianapolis

Shane Steichen heard the boos at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday, and less than 24 hours later the Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard. That leaves Steichen, the coach Ballard hired in 2023, as the most visible holdover from a regime that owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon decided could not wait until the offseason.

Anthony Richardson News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Will the Colts Trade Anthony Richardson? The Eagles' QB Problem Could Open the Door

Will the Colts Trade Anthony Richardson? The Eagles' QB Problem Could Open the Door

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. has been available in some form since the Colts let him seek a trade this offseason, and nobody bit.

Shane Steichen News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21
Colts HC Shane Steichen Could Draw Interest If Fired

Colts HC Shane Steichen Could Draw Interest If Fired

The standing of Shane Steichen as the Colts’ head coach has come in the crosshairs following the organization’s decision to fire GM Chris Ballard this week.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 21
Colts' trade-deadline moves could be beginning of the end for Daniel Jones, Shane Steichen

Colts' trade-deadline moves could be beginning of the end for Daniel Jones, Shane Steichen

The futures of Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones and head coach Shane Steichen are up in the air after team owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon fired general manager Chris Ballard following the club's Week 6 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans.

Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job
Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move
Dan Patrick reveals who Colts contacted first after GM firing
Colts get Sauce Gardner injury update after ugly loss to Titans
The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 20
49ers should inquire for these Colts players immediately

49ers should inquire for these Colts players immediately

The 49ers should call the Colts to bring in these players before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

Kyle Shanahan shares encouraging Mike Evans injury update after 49ers' win over Commanders
'MNF' takeaways: Mike Evans' injury looms large as 49ers survive late Commanders rally
49ers stave off Commanders' comeback bid, remain unbeaten
The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz
Peyton Manning News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20
Colts To Contact Peyton Manning About GM Job?

Colts To Contact Peyton Manning About GM Job?

The Colts fired longtime general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, putting them in the market for a new leader of football operations for the first time since 2017.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 20
Jones receives fresh warnings about future with Colts after firing of Ballard

Daniel Jones receives fresh warnings about future with Colts after firing of Chris Ballard

The Colts fell to 2-4 when they suffered a 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans this past Sunday. 

Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job
Colts have soul-searching to do after loss to Titans
Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move
The 'No.4-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
Sauce Gardner News / Yardbarker / October 19
Colts get Sauce Gardner injury update after ugly loss to Titans

Colts get Sauce Gardner injury update after ugly loss to Titans

The Colts infamously acquired Gardner at the last trade deadline for two first-round picks.

Colts have soul-searching to do after loss to Titans
Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job
Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move
The '2023-24 NFL first-team All-Pros' quiz
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / October 19
Colts are reportedly looking into a general manager candidate who would change the entire complexion surrounding Indianapolis

Colts are reportedly looking into a general manager candidate who would change the entire complexion surrounding Indianapolis

The Indianapolis Colts are 2-4 with Ed Dodds running the front office for now. Dan Patrick just put a familiar name in the mix for the permanent general manager job, and the details go well beyond a title.

Peyton Manning News / Yardbarker / October 19
Dan Patrick reveals who Colts contacted first after GM firing

Dan Patrick reveals who Colts contacted first after GM firing

The Indianapolis Colts made a major change Monday morning with the firing of general manager Chris Ballard.

Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon releases statement on Chris Ballard move
Colts have soul-searching to do after loss to Titans
Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job
NFL Week 6 winners, losers: Caleb Williams shines, Los Angeles football is a mess
The 'No.4-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 19
Colts blasted for Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Ballard his job

Colts blasted for Daniel Jones 'mistake' that may have cost GM Chris Ballard his job

Jones played very poorly in Indianapolis' 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans on Sunday.

Colts have soul-searching to do after loss to Titans
NFL Week 6 winners, losers: Caleb Williams shines, Los Angeles football is a mess
The 'QBs with multiple 2 rushing-TD games' quiz

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