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Colts WR Keenan Allen charged in last month's OWI arrest

Colts WR Keenan Allen charged in last month's OWI arrest

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was formally charged with two misdemeanor offenses related to last month's arrest for alleged drunk driving.

Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16
Colts make notable change after Week 1 loss

Colts make notable change after Week 1 loss

The Indianapolis Colts defense was gashed by Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens in a 41-23 loss at home in Week 1. Now, head coach Shane Steichen is wasting no time and implementing a change on defense.

Charvarius Ward News / EssentiallySports / September 16

'I Have a Headache Right Now': Charvarius Ward Gets Honest Over Guardian Cap After Almost Retiring After Three Concussions

Before the opening kickoff against the Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis Colts defensive back Charvarius Ward Sr. was seen strapping an NFL-approved soft-shell Guardian Cap directly over his helmet.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16
Colts WR Keenan Allen Formally Charged With Two Misdemeanors

Colts WR Keenan Allen Formally Charged With Two Misdemeanors

Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was arrested on misdemeanor charges of of DWI and DWI endangering a person on Aug. 30. Allen has now been formally charged with operating a vehicle with an alcohol concentration equivalent of 0.15 or more and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, Nathan Brown of the Indianapolis Star reports.

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16
NFL Week 2 prime-time predictions: Bills QB Josh Allen delivers against Lions in grand opening for $2.2B Highmark Stadium

NFL Week 2 prime-time predictions: Bills QB Josh Allen delivers against Lions in grand opening for $2.2B Highmark Stadium

Each week, Yardbarker looks at prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each. Here are picks for Week 2.

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Charvarius Ward News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16
Charvarius Ward shares concerning update after his Colts debut

Charvarius Ward shares concerning update after his Colts debut

A Guardian Cap was not enough to keep Charvarius Ward worry-free after his debut with the Indianapolis Colts. The veteran cornerback played 65 defensive snaps Sunday in the Colts’ 41-23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind.

Indianapolis Colts News / HerSportsNation / September 15
Simone Biles arrives to hype husband Jonathan Owens at Week 1 Colts game

Simone Biles arrives to hype husband Jonathan Owens at Week 1 Colts game

Before Indianapolis Colts’ Jonathan Owens began his first regular-season game, he performed a heartwarming pregame tradition with his wife, Simone Biles.

Sauce Gardner News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 15
Sauce Gardner Remains Legitimate Top Cornerback Despite Colts' Pitfall

Sauce Gardner Remains Legitimate Top Cornerback Despite Colts' Pitfall

The Indianapolis Colts were trampled by the Baltimore Ravens, 41-23. Nothing went right for Indianapolis in their home opener, but the defense looked truly awful.

Shane Steichen News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 15
Colts' Shane Steichen Provides Reasoning for Loss vs. Ravens

Colts' Shane Steichen Provides Reasoning for Loss vs. Ravens

24 hours after the Indianapolis Colts were embarrassed by the Ravens in Week 1, head coach Shane Steichen was still fuming about his team's performance.

Quenton Nelson News / Pro Football Rumors / September 14
No Deal Close Between Colts, Quenton Nelson?

No Deal Close Between Colts, Quenton Nelson?

On Sept. 10, 2022, the day before their season opener, the Colts and left guard Quenton Nelson reached agreement on a four-year, $80MM extension. That pact will expire after this season, and though Nelson remains an elite lineman, the Colts haven’t shown the same urgency in getting a deal done.

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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.

Chris Ballard News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 14
Ballard and Steichen Could Already Be in Jeopardy With Colts

Ballard and Steichen Could Already Be in Jeopardy With Colts

The Indianapolis Colts might have put up the NFL's worst Week 1 performance when they were destroyed by the Baltimore Ravens yesterday afternoon, 41-23.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 14
Colts' Linebacker Room Was Somehow Worse Than It Looked

Colts' Linebacker Room Was Somehow Worse Than It Looked

The Indianapolis Colts’ linebacker corps looked awful against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Then you look at the numbers, and somehow it gets even worse.

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Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
Colts beat writer immediately puts Chris Ballard, Shane Steichen on hot seat after Week 1 debacle vs. Ravens

Colts beat writer immediately puts Chris Ballard, Shane Steichen on hot seat after Week 1 debacle vs. Ravens

The Indianapolis Colts opened Week 1 with a brutal reality check against the Baltimore Ravens, and the pressure immediately shifted toward Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 14
Colts Receive Massive Wake-Up Call in Thrashing by Ravens

Colts Receive Massive Wake-Up Call in Thrashing by Ravens

DeForest Buckner summed it up perfectly after the Indianapolis Colts were utterly embarrassed by the Baltimore Ravens by a score of 41-23. "Plain and simple, we got our ass whooped." The talk all offseason was how the Colts believed they could be the same team that went 8-2 to begin the 2025 season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 13
3 Takeaways From Colts' Embarrassing Loss to Ravens: Everything is Not Fine

3 Takeaways From Colts' Embarrassing Loss to Ravens: Everything is Not Fine

Well, it seems as though we're back to square one regarding general manager Chris Ballard's Colts - but then again, did we ever truly leave? The Indianapolis Colts kicked off the 2026 regular season in horrific fashion, losing convincingly to the Baltimore Ravens 41-23 at home.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / September 13
Colts Risers and Fallers in Living Nightmare vs. Ravens

Colts Risers and Fallers in Living Nightmare vs. Ravens

The season opener at Lucas Oil Stadium could not have gone worse for the Indianapolis Colts against the Baltimore Ravens. Indianapolis was overwhelmed on both sides of the football and ultimately lost 41-23 in a brutal showing.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Derrick Henry moves up multiple all-time lists in win over Colts

Ravens' Derrick Henry moves up multiple all-time lists in win over Colts

Showing no signs of slowing down at 32, Derrick Henry put on one of his signature monster performances as the Baltimore Ravens opened the season by dominating the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday afternoon. 

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Indianapolis Colts News / HITC / September 13
Simone Biles’ new Jonathan Owens tribute leaves Colts star impressed on Indy debut

Simone Biles’ new Jonathan Owens tribute leaves Colts star impressed on Indy debut

Gymnastics icon Simone Biles stole the spotlight with a special tribute to husband Jonathan Owens as the football safety made his debut for the Indianapolis Colts against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday.

Alec Pierce News / Athlon Sports / September 13
Is Alec Pierce Playing Today vs. Ravens?

Is Alec Pierce Playing Today vs. Ravens?

Wide receiver Alec Pierce is back for Week 1 as the Indianapolis Colts open their 2026 season against the Baltimore Ravens today at Lucas Oil Stadium. He missed most of the offseason due to a left ankle issue from the previous season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / September 13
Colts' First Return To Baltimore Became a Shootout

Colts' First Return To Baltimore Became a Shootout

On Nov. 29, 1998, the Indianapolis Colts played in Baltimore for the first time since the franchise’s final season there in 1983. The resulting matchup was a barnburner.

Quenton Nelson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 13
Latest On Potential Extension For Colts G Quenton Nelson

Latest On Potential Extension For Colts G Quenton Nelson

According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, there’s no imminent deadline deal between the Colts and G Quenton Nelson ahead of Week 1 today.  The two sides beat the clock at the last minute to get Nelson locked up the last time he was up for a new deal.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 12
Lamar Jackson contract extension will reportedly remain on hold

Ravens' Lamar Jackson contract extension will reportedly remain on hold

Do not expect Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens to have a new contract extension signed before Sunday's season opener, according to a Saturday report from ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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George Odum News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Texans Elevating S George Odum For Week 1

The Texans announced that they have elevated veteran S George Odum ahead of Week 1. Odum, 32, went undrafted out of Central Arkansas in 2018. He later signed a three-year contract with the Colts.

Nnamdi Madubuike News / Athlon Sports / September 12
Nnamdi Madubuike Will Sit Out Week One Against Colts

Nnamdi Madubuike Will Sit Out Week One Against Colts

Nnamdi Madubuike has officially been ruled out for Sunday’s season opener against the Indianapolis Colts as he continues working his way back from the neck injury that ended his 2025 season after only two games.

Anthony Richardson News / Yardbarker / September 3
Colts make major Anthony Richardson Sr. decision ahead of Week 1

Colts make major Anthony Richardson Sr. decision ahead of Week 1

The Indianapolis Colts already announced that quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. would be with the team this year.  Colts GM Chris Ballard said that while

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Anthony Richardson News / Yardbarker / September 1
Colts make final Richardson decision for start of 2026 season

Colts make final Anthony Richardson Sr. decision for start of 2026 season

Richardson requested a trade in February, but no transaction materialized before he spent the preseason competing with 2025 sixth-round draft pick Riley Leonard for the club's primary backup quarterback job. 

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