Indianapolis Colts: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Alec Pierce News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 27

Colts Activating WR Alec Pierce From PUP List

Per Mike Chappell, the Colts are activating WR Alec Pierce from the PUP list on Thursday. Pierce has been out since March after having surgery on his left ankle/heel.

Indianapolis Colts News / The Spun / August 27

Pat McAfee Wants NFL To Give Lifetime Insurance To Former Players

Former Indianapolis Colts punter and ESPN star Pat McAfee isn’t satisfied with the way the NFL treats its retired players. Earlier this week, the British Medical Journal released a study regarding CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) in NFL players who passed away between 2016-2021.

Josh Downs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 27

Colts’ Josh Downs downplays calf injury with ‘very minor’ assurance

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs is down but not out. With that lame pun out of the way, Downs can focus on recovering from his calf injury, which prevented him from participating in practice on Tuesday and Wednesday.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

CJ Allen News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 26

Colts' CJ Allen Reflects On Setback Suffered in Preseason

The Indianapolis Colts emphasized that they were looking to inject speed and youth into their front seven (linebackers and defensive linemen) this offseason.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / August 26

Pat McAfee Jumps to Colts Defense After Ex-Dallas Star Mocks Him on Live TV

Over the last two years, the Indianapolis Colts have played in just two primetime games. This year, they will have two again, but none on Monday night.

Mekhi Blackmon News / Pro Football Rumors / August 26

Colts Waive CB Mekhi Blackmon

After starting 11 games with the Colts in 2025, cornerback Mekhi Blackmon is now in limbo. The Colts waived Blackmon on Wednesday and signed undrafted rookie corner Kenneth Harris, per a team announcement.

Shane Steichen News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 26

Shane Steichen Reveals Colts’ Plan for Preseason Finale vs. Lions

The Indianapolis Colts are finally going to give most of their starters some preseason action. Head coach Shane Steichen announced Tuesday that the majority of Indianapolis’ healthy starters will play roughly eight to 12 snaps against the Detroit Lions on Saturday afternoon.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / August 26

Simone Biles Addresses Custom Jonathan Owens Jacket After Colts’ $1.2M Signing

Simone Biles’ obsession with custom made game day looks for Jonathan Owens can go a long way. During his years with the Chicago Bears, Biles frequently showed up in personalized pieces, like a custom varsity jacket that read “OWENS”.

Indianapolis Colts News / TWSN / August 25

Indianapolis Colts’ $114 Million Star Is Closing in on His Return

For the entire 2026 NFL training camp period so far, the Indianapolis Colts have been without their new WR1, as Alec Pierce has been sidelined on the Physically Unable to Perform list while recovering from an ankle surgery he underwent in March.

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Anthony Richardson News / Yardbarker / August 25

Colts' latest Anthony Richardson decision screams trade audition

The Indianapolis Colts insist Anthony Richardson remains part of their quarterback room. Their plan for the preseason finale suggests something else may be happening.

Colts make Anthony Richardson Sr., Riley Leonard decision for preseason finale vs. Lions

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 25

Colts Reveal New ‘Anvil Strike’ Rivalries Uniform

The Indianapolis Colts finally have the dark uniform combo this fanbase has been begging for. Indianapolis unveiled its new “Anvil Strike” Nike Rivalries uniform Tuesday, giving the Colts a completely different look built around a dark anthracite jersey, metallic blue helmet and silver accents.

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / August 25

Colts make Anthony Richardson Sr., Riley Leonard decision for preseason finale vs. Lions

Did the Colts drop a hint regarding their QB2 plans with this decision regarding their final preseason game?

NFL’s response to Jed York could expose its personal conduct double standard

Three veteran NFL offensive free agents still on the market

New statistical model raises red flags for Texas QB Arch Manning's NFL readiness

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / August 25

Indianapolis Colts 53-man Roster Projection: See who’s in and who’s out following Week 2 of the preseason

Here is an updated look at where the Indianapolis Colts roster stands after the second preseason game and ahead of the finale that will determine the final 53-man roster for Week 1.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 25

Colts' Brian Mason Provides Latest Update on Kicking Battle

Of all the Indianapolis Colts position battles we have watched unfold throughout training camp, the most interesting competition has been at a position you might not expect: Kicker.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Colts’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

The shape of the Indianapolis Colts’ 53-man roster is beginning to emerge from the chaos. At 0-1-1, Indianapolis has not exactly overwhelmed opponents in the preseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 25

NFL’s response to Jed York could expose its personal conduct double standard

The NFL said San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York will face review under the league’s personal conduct policy. Now comes the awkward part: proving that the policy does not suddenly soften when the person under investigation signs the checks.

49ers owner Jed York arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution

New details emerge regarding Jed York’s arrest

Viliami Fehoko News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24

49ers Signed DL Viliami Fehoko Jr.

The San Francisco 49ers announced that they’ve signed DL Viliami Fehoko Jr. to a contract on Monday. Fehoko, 26, was a fourth-round pick by the Cowboys in the 2023 NFL Draft out of San Jose State.

Roydell Williams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 24

Lions Signing RB Roydell Williams

Jordan Schultz reports the Lions are signing rookie RB Roydell Williams to a contract. Williams, 24, was a four-star recruit and the 10th-ranked running back in the 2020 recruiting class out of Hueytown, Alabama.

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The 'NFL all-time receiving leaders' quiz

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Anthony Richardson News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22

Anthony Richardson responds to assistant GM’s remarks on his Colts future

The Indianapolis Colts don’t have a quarterback quandary atop the position’s depth chart, with the AFC South franchise expected to have Daniel Jones under center come Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Total Pro Sports / August 22

Former Colts Player Arrested On Federal Charges

Former Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman Daniel Muir has spent the past two years fighting serious charges in Indiana. This week brought a new legal complication entirely.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Drew Rosenhaus shares massive Tyreek Hill update amid injury recovery

A July report indicated that NFL teams weren't all that interested in taking a flier on former Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill amid Hill's ongoing recovery from the gruesome knee injury he suffered on Sept.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / August 21

Colts' Shane Steichen shares massive Anthony Richardson Sr., Riley Leonard update

Who will be Daniel Jones' backup at QB in Indianapolis between 2023 first-round draft pick Anthony Richardson Sr. and 2025 sixth-round draft pick Riley Leonard?

Massive Week 1 injury update on Colts' Tyler Warren surfaces

Reporters sound alarms about Falcons' Tua Tagovailoa after joint practice with Colts

Zac Taylor reveals what separates Joe Burrow from other quarterbacks

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