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Colts DT DeForest Buckner (neck) to have season-ending surgery

Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner will undergo season-ending surgery on a herniated disc after aggravating his neck injury. Head coach Shane Steichen announced the update on Friday for Buckner, 31, a three-time Pro Bowl selection who only recently returned from injured reserve.

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Faith In Colts to Upset 'Rolling' Trevor Lawrence Fading

As New Year's approaches, the Indianapolis Colts are likely putting together their resolutions for what this franchise will do moving forward after one of the biggest collapses we've seen in recent memory.

Philip Rivers News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 26

Philip Rivers’ Past Success vs. Jaguars Catches the Eye

Philip Rivers has never needed extra motivation against Jacksonville, but Sunday’s context raises the stakes for the Indianapolis Colts. With Indy hosting the Jaguars in a must-win Week 17 matchup at Lucas Oil Stadium, the Colts are once again leaning on a quarterback who has spent his career thriving in these exact situations.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 26

Colts' Star Defender Returns to Practice in Encouraging Update

The Indianapolis Colts are on their last life as they prepare to face the AFC South-leading Jacksonville Jaguars on home turf in Week 17. The Colts already lost to the Jaguars earlier this year in a game that is remembered by most for Daniel Jones' torn Achilles in the first quarter.

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Sauce Gardner News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25

Sauce Gardner takes ‘step forward’ ahead of Colts-Jaguars game

The Indianapolis Colts received an encouraging update on star cornerback Sauce Gardner as they prepare for a pivotal Week 17 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 25

Colts vs. Jaguars Has Potential to Become QB Showcase

The Indianapolis Colts, who want a victory from Santa Claus this Sunday, will face the Jacksonville Jaguars in their second regular-season meeting. The problem is the Colts are on a nightmarish five-game losing streak, while Jacksonville has won their last six.

Philip Rivers News / Stadium Rant / December 25

Philip Rivers’ Success Is Inspiring

Philip Rivers made a return to the NFL at 44 years old with the Indianapolis Colts after Daniel Jones tore his Achilles tendon. Many were skeptical about why the team reached out to a high school football coach who was not in the best of shape.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 25

5 Christmas Wishes Colts Need to Come True

It's Christmas, which means that Santa has traveled around the world at lightspeed to deliver presents to the entire world. This includes the Indianapolis Colts.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Colts Should Avoid Pro Bowl Quarterback at All Costs

The Miami Dolphins could move on from Tua Tagovailoa. If that’s the case, a few teams should be interested in the quarterback this offseason. Bleacher

Sauce Gardner News / Field Level Media / December 24

Colts CB Sauce Gardner (calf) does not practice Wednesday

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner was listed as a non-participant in the team's Wednesday walkthrough ahead of Sunday's home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 24

5 Keys for Colts to Avoid Continuous Collapse vs. Jaguars

The Indianapolis Colts are a team falling apart. It's safe to say this after they were ramrodded by the San Francisco 49ers, 48-27. Now, Indianapolis draws the Jacksonville Jaguars, a team riding a fantastic six-game winning streak.

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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 / December 24

Colts’ Playoff Picture Darkens, Door Still Open

The Indianapolis Colts are one loss away from finalizing a monumental collapse. From the top seed in the conference to outside the playoff picture, the Colts are on track to become the first team in NFL history to miss the postseason after starting 8-2.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 23

Colts QB Philip Rivers shares heartwarming moment with Dee Winters after MNF pick-6

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers delivered one of Monday night’s most memorable moments even after a costly turnover. Following a game-sealing

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NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 23

Colts Risers and Fallers in Primetime Embarrassment vs. 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts are reeling again after suffering a fifth-straight loss, this time to the San Francisco 49ers. What was a brilliant game from Philip Rivers in just his second start since returning from retirement was destroyed by a lackluster performance from the defense.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 23

A group of Colts players are now one step closer to earning a major accomplishment that would mean a lot to each individually

The Indianapolis Colts have let a once-promising season slip out of their hands. They are now 8-7, but did have some good news announced on Tuesday. The team had two players named to the NFL Pro Bowl, Jonathan Taylor and Quenton Nelson. They may have some more Colts teammates with them by the time it's all said and done.

Daniel Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 23

Colts rumors: Insider reveals future plan that’s sure to create ‘doubt’ after Daniel Jones’ injury, season collapse

The Indianapolis Colts saw their playoff hopes basically end with the loss to the 49ers, despite a throwback toss from Philip Rivers. Making things more sketchy, a Colts insider revealed a future plan that’s sure to create doubt after Daniel Jones’ injury and the season collapse, according to a post on X by Stephen Holder.

Brett Rypien News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 23

Vikings Claiming QB Brett Rypien Off Waivers From Colts

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Vikings are claiming QB Brett Rypien off waivers from the Colts. It’s worth noting Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has been ruled out with a hand injury and backup QB Max Brosmer will start.

Philip Rivers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 23

Colts To Start Philip Rivers In Week 17

Fans of Philip Rivers‘ comeback story will have at least one more chance to observe it. The Colts’ Week 16 loss has all but buried them in the playoff race, but Shane Steichen will not turn to one of his younger passers for Week 17.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 23

Colts stars get a fantastic early Christmas present from the NFL, to soften the blow for how poorly the team has played lately

The Indianapolis Colts needed some good news badly today after suffering their sixth loss in seven games in Week 16 against the San Francisco 49ers. Thankfully, they finally got some just ahead of Christmas this week.

Michael Pittman Jr. News / 5 GOATs / December 23

Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. evaluates his 2025 season: ‘It can always be better’

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has had a solid 2025 season, but he knows it could be better. On3 recently spoke to the former USC star, and he gave an honest evaluation of his play this year.