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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly From the Colts’ Loss in Minnesota

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly From the Colts’ Loss in Minnesota

The Indianapolis Colts suffered another frustrating defeat on Sunday, falling 16-10 to the Minnesota Vikings on the road. What began as a promising afternoon ended in another missed opportunity for a team desperately searching for something to build on.

DeForest Buckner News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25
DeForest Buckner sounds totally done with Colts circus after another loss

DeForest Buckner sounds totally done with Colts circus after another loss

The Indianapolis Colts dropped to 2-5 overall by taking the narrow 16-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, however, didn’t mince words following this latest 2026 disappointment.

Daniel Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25
Colts Not Considering Benching QB Daniel Jones

Colts Not Considering Benching QB Daniel Jones

Colts HC Shane Steichen said the team isn’t considering benching QB Daniel Jones after Sunday’s loss. Jones threw one interception and posted a 52.8 QBR in a loss to the undefeated Vikings, and QB Anthony Richardson Sr.

Anthony Richardson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25
Colts’ Anthony Richardson sure doesn’t seem to regret marijuana charge

Colts’ Anthony Richardson sure doesn’t seem to regret marijuana charge

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is in the middle of an ongoing legal situation after being given a marijuana charge during a traffic stop on October 12.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Indianapolis Colts News / Lindy's Sports / October 25
Colts have 3 games to prove they aren’t sellers

Colts have 3 games to prove they aren’t sellers

Pro Football Talk reported Sunday that the plan is to see whether the 2-4 Colts can improve in their next three games, against the Vikings, Jaguars and Cowboys, before deciding who goes.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 25
4 Frustrating Takeaways From Colts' Near-Upset of the Unbeaten Vikings in Minneapolis

4 Frustrating Takeaways From Colts' Near-Upset of the Unbeaten Vikings in Minneapolis

For 58 minutes, the Indianapolis Colts looked like the team that would hand Minnesota its first loss. They ran the ball, controlled the clock for 31:50 and held Kyler Murray to 150 passing yards.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / October 25
Adetomiwa Adebawore Leads 3 Colts Winners, but Spencer Shrader Tops 3 Losers in Loss to Vikings

Adetomiwa Adebawore Leads 3 Colts Winners, but Spencer Shrader Tops 3 Losers in Loss to Vikings

Six points. That was the final margin at U.S. Bank Stadium, and it was also the exact number of points Spencer Shrader left on the field. The Indianapolis

Shane Steichen News / Athlon Sports / October 25
Shane Steichen Kicked on Fourth-and-2 Twice, and It Cost the Colts Against the Unbeaten Vikings

Shane Steichen Kicked on Fourth-and-2 Twice, and It Cost the Colts Against the Unbeaten Vikings

Twice on Sunday, Shane Steichen had a fourth-and-2 in Minnesota territory and a running game that was working. Twice he sent out Spencer Shrader. Both kicks missed, and the Indianapolis Colts lost 16-10 to the Vikings, falling to 2-5 a week after the franchise fired Chris Ballard.

Jonathan Taylor News / Field Level Media / October 25
Report: Contenders considering offer for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor

Report: Contenders considering offer for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor

The Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos and Minnesota Vikings are among the potential trade suitors for star running back Jonathan Taylor following the Indianapolis Colts' firing of general manager Chris Ballard, ESPN reported over the weekend.

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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.

Peyton Manning News / Field Level Media / October 25
Report: Peyton Manning not expected to become Colts GM

Report: Peyton Manning not expected to become Colts GM

Peyton Manning is not believed to be interested in the Indianapolis Colts' general manager job, and the team has not approached him about taking it, ESPN reported Sunday.

Indianapolis Colts News / The Spun / October 25
4 NFL Teams Emerging For Blockbuster Jonathan Taylor Trade

4 NFL Teams Emerging For Blockbuster Jonathan Taylor Trade

One of the NFL’s best running backs is reportedly drawing serious trade interest from a handful of contenders. With the Colts’ season quickly slipping away, and their general manager already out the door, All-Pro RB Jonathan Taylor could be on the move ahead of the league’s trade deadline.

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 The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 25
Watch Colts vs Vikings for Free: NFL Game TV Channel, Live Stream

Watch Colts vs Vikings for Free: NFL Game TV Channel, Live Stream

Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis Colts visit the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Minnesota returns home at 5-0 after its bye week, while Indianapolis is looking to recover from a 26-20 loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Peyton Manning News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25
Peyton Manning’s interest in Colts GM job has been revealed

Peyton Manning’s interest in Colts GM job has been revealed

Don’t count on Peyton Manning making the jump to run the Indianapolis Colts anytime soon. Manning has not been contacted by the Colts regarding their vacant general manager position, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25
4 teams linked to potential Jonathan Taylor trade

4 teams linked to potential Jonathan Taylor trade

Trade rumors continue to intensify around Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, with four teams being strongly linked to the veteran. The Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos, and Minnesota Vikings are expected to be among the teams to pursue a Taylor trade, according to Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Peyton Manning News / Yardbarker / October 25
Schefter reveals Manning's interest level in Colts GM job

Adam Schefter reveals Peyton Manning's interest level in Colts GM job after Chris Ballard firing

Manning played QB for Indianapolis from 1998 to 2010.

The 'John Elway to Peyton Manning' quiz
Indianapolis Colts News / Lindy's Sports / October 25
Colts face sell-off questions as Nelson, Buckner draw interest

Colts face sell-off questions as Nelson, Buckner draw interest

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Saturday that the Colts have received strong trade interest in guard Quenton Nelson and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, and that “no player is expected to be off-limits” if Indianapolis sells before the Nov.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25
Colts G Quenton Nelson, DL Grover Stewart & WR Keenan Allen Among Potential Options

Colts G Quenton Nelson, DL Grover Stewart & WR Keenan Allen Among Potential Options

According to Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport of ESPN, the Colts face some big decisions regarding notable veterans on their roster including Quenton Nelson, DL Grover Stewart and WR Keenan Allen.

Jonathan Taylor News / Pro Football Rumors / October 25
Colts’ Deadline Strategy Still Uncertain; Latest On RB Jonathan Taylor, Other Trade Candidates

Colts’ Deadline Strategy Still Uncertain; Latest On RB Jonathan Taylor, Other Trade Candidates

On Saturday, Jonathan Jones of The Athletic and ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that the 2-4 Colts, whose personnel department is now headed by Ed Dodds following Chris Ballard ’s ouster, will wait a week or two before determining their trade deadline strategy.

DeForest Buckner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25
49ers Team To Watch If Colts Decide To Trade DL DeForest Buckner?

49ers Team To Watch If Colts Decide To Trade DL DeForest Buckner?

According to Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter of ESPN, the 49ers are a team to watch that could make a run at reacquiring Colts DT DeForest Buckner in a trade before the deadline.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 24
Colts Could Make Entire Roster Available Ahead of Trade Deadline

Colts Could Make Entire Roster Available Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Indianapolis Colts could be approaching a significant turning point in their season. After firing general manager Chris Ballard, the franchise now faces a decision that could reshape its roster heading into 2027.

Anthony Richardson News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Colts’ Anthony Richardson has been charged with marijuana possession

Colts’ Anthony Richardson has been charged with marijuana possession

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. is now dealing with some legal issues. Reports surfaced on Friday that Richardson has been charged with marijuana possession after being pulled over because the vehicle’s license plate did not match its registration.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / October 23
What Richardson possession of marijuana charge could mean for his NFL future

What Anthony Richardson Sr. possession of marijuana charge could mean for his Colts, NFL futures

On Friday morning, ESPN's Stephen Holder, James Boyd of The Athletic and others revealed that Richardson was charged with a misdemeanor for possession of marijuana regarding a traffic stop that occurred in Carmel, Indiana, on Oct. 12.

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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. 

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The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz
Daniel Jones 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
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The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz
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.

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