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The One Overlooked Departure That Will Hurt Colts Most

The Indianapolis Colts have already seen multiple players depart to other destinations through free agency. One of the most interesting is Nick Cross, who wasn't retained by Indianapolis, which led to the Washington Commanders picking him up on a modest two-year, $14 million deal.

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Mo Alie-Cox Is Back, and the Indianapolis Colts Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way

Some guys just belong somewhere. Mo Alie-Cox belongs in Indianapolis. The Colts made it official on Saturday, re-signing the veteran tight end to yet another one-year deal, keeping their quietly beloved road-grader in the fold for what will be his 10th season with the only NFL franchise he’s ever known.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 15

Colts' Projected Starting Lineup After Free Agency Week 1

The first week of the 2026 NFL free agency period gave the Indianapolis Colts clarity at several key positions, including quarterback, but it also created some new holes.

Sauce Gardner News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 15

Sauce Gardner Cryptically Asks Colts to Trade for Star Edge Rusher

Indianapolis Colts superstar cornerback Sauce Gardner had a field day on X, urging the Colts to re-sign Alec Pierce. The way he pushed this narrative was interesting, mentioning that he'd lock Pierce in his basement until a deal with Indianapolis was reached.

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The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz

In Super Bowl history, a player has topped the century mark in rushing yards just 23 times. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 15

Most Underrated Move Colts Made in Free Agency So Far

The Indianapolis Colts saw four-year safety Nick Cross leave in free agency to the Washington Commanders, prompting general manager Chris Ballard to act.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 14

Colts Ink Respected Veteran to Well-Deserved Contract for 2026

NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported that the Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms with Mo Alie-Cox to keep him in the Circle City for another season.

Mo Alie-Cox News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Colts To Re-Sign TE Mo Alie-Cox

Mo Alie-Cox will remain in place with the Colts in 2026. The veteran tight end agreed to yet another Indianapolis deal on Saturday, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Colts Made Offer To Trey Hendrickson

In re-signing quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce for up to $204MM this week, the Colts made a pair of major investments at the outset of free agency.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Colts’ Anthony Richardson Drawing Interest; Packers Could Pursue QB

Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson requested a trade on Feb. 26, but a deal still has not come together almost three weeks later. While a trade is still not imminent, there are clubs interested in the 23-year-old, Stephen Holder of ESPN reports.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Indianapolis Colts News / ESPN / March 14

Irsay collection nets more than $93M at auction

An expansive memorabilia collection belonging to late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay has brought in more than $93 million via auction with Christie's.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Anthony Richardson is being linked to intriguing new team

Trade talk is starting to pick up around Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, with a new team being linked to him. The Green Bay Packers are a “team to monitor” for a possible Richardson trade, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 14

3 Colts Free Agents Who Could Still Re-Sign With Indy

As the Indianapolis Colts navigate the early stages of the 2026 NFL offseason, general manager Chris Ballard faces several key decisions regarding in-house free agents.

Daniel Jones News / Last Word On Sports / March 14

Will Daniel Jones Lead the Colts to the Playoffs in 2026?

As expected, the Indianapolis Colts are bringing back quarterback Daniel Jones. Can he power the team to the playoffs in 2026? Indianapolis re-signed Jones to a two-year, $88M deal.

Daniel Jones News / NHANFL / March 14

2026 NFL Free Agency Erupts: Colts Bet Big on Jones, Tua Heads to Atlanta

INDIANAPOLIS — The 2026 NFL Free Agency window just kicked the doors off the hinges. General managers didn’t wait around; they shoved hundreds of millions of dollars at the quarterback position within hours of the market opening.

Daniel Jones News / Football Analysis / March 14

$100M Standoff Ends As NFL Team Surrenders To Quarterback’s Demands

The Indianapolis Colts have shattered NFL contract norms by agreeing to a two-year, $88 million deal with quarterback Daniel Jones that can escalate to $100 million through incentives, marking the largest two-year pact in league history.

Indianapolis Colts News / Football Analysis / March 14

Colts Gamble $37.8M On NFL’s Riskiest Tag—Any Team Can Steal Him For Nothing

Indianapolis committed $37.833 million in guaranteed money to Daniel Jones and left the back door wide open. The Colts placed the transition tag on their quarterback, a mechanism so rarely used at the position that the last time it happened, Bill Clinton was running for re-election and Jeff George was the Atlanta Falcon who got it.

Anthony Richardson News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Anthony Richardson is being linked to 1 prominent new team

Anthony Richardson might have a chance at salvation if he is willing to hold a clipboard for a year. The Los Angeles Rams have “checked in” on a trade for the Indianapolis Colts quarterback Richardson, Rams writer Kenneth Arthur of SB Nation reported this week.

NFL News / The Forkball / March 13

Colts Re-Sign Alec Pierce, Trade Michael Pittman Jr. to Steelers

The Indianapolis Colts made a major reshaping of their wide receiver room by re-signing Alec Pierce while trading longtime pass catcher Michael Pittman Jr.

Laquon Treadwell News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 13

Colts Bring Back Veteran Receiver in Quiet Offseason Move

The Indianapolis Colts are bringing back their oldest wide receiver in 2026, as Laquon Treadwell signed a contract extension on Friday, the team announced.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 13

Why the Colts Re-Signed TE Drew Ogletree

The Indianapolis Colts made a small but impactful roster move Friday, bringing back one of their in-house tight ends. The team announced that they have re-signed tight end Drew Ogletree, keeping the former sixth-round pick in Indianapolis as the roster continues to take shape this offseason.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 13

Colts make 2 big roster additions on Friday

After missing out on the playoffs for a fifth-straight season, the Indianapolis Colts have spent all offseason trying to improve their roster. Most of their effort has gone into re-signing quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce.

Alec Pierce News / NHANFL / March 13

Colts Pay Up: Alec Pierce Shatters WR Market as Free Agency Frenzy Hits Day 5

INDIANAPOLIS — The NFL’s financial floodgates opened wide this week, and the Indianapolis Colts just hit the record books. Alec Pierce secured a massive four-year, $116 million extension to stay in the Circle City, officially becoming the highest-paid free agent wide receiver in league history.

Daniel Jones News / Yardbarker / March 12