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Colts K Blake Grupe said he’s excited to join Indianapolis and play “meaningful football.” “To now be a part of it and, you know, feel like I’m playing meaningful football, and that we’re all working towards something here together,” Grupe said, via Saints Wire.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 6

Colts make several roster moves ahead of pivotal game against Jaguars

The Colts announced that they have activated linebacker Jaylon Carlies from injured reserve. He’ll make his season debut on Sunday against the AFC South rival Jaguars with first place in the division on the line.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 3

Colts Release Center to Make Room for New Kicker

The Indianapolis Colts officially announced they have signed kicker Blake Grupe to the practice squad after waiving Michael Badgley less than 24 hours before.

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Justin Tucker gets a tryout with another NFL team

Former Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker got a second opportunity to try out for an NFL team. The Indianapolis Colts worked out Tucker on Tuesday, but ultimately chose not to sign him.

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Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 2

Colts worked out Justin Tucker before signing somebody else

After dropping their second-straight game in Week 13, the Indianapolis Colts decided to make a change at kicker. The franchise cast a wide net when trying to find a new answer at the position.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / December 2

Ex-Saints Captain Lands Next Gig Despite Rough Season

The New Orleans Saints moved on from one of their team captains last week and it didn't take long for another team to scoop him up. Blake Grupe was the Saints' kicker dating back to the 2023 season, but after struggling across the first 11 games of the season, New Orleans moved on in favor of Charlie Smyth.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 2

Colts Worked Out Three Kickers, Including Justin Tucker

Per Tom Pelissero, the Colts worked out three kickers on Tuesday, including Justin Tucker, Blake Grupe, and Maddux Trujillo. The team signed Grupe to the practice squad out of the group, but this marks a second workout for Tucker after he recently visited New Orleans.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 2

Colts Working Out Group Of Kickers Including Blake Grupe

Joel A. Erickson reports the Colts are hosting a group of kickers for workouts on Tuesday including former Saints K Blake Grupe. It’s worth noting Colts K Michael Badgley missed an extra point in the team’s Week 13 loss, marking his third missed kick in the last three weeks.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / November 29

Saints Make Decision On Blake Grupe Replacement

The New Orleans Saints are making a change at kicker. Blake Grupe has been the team's kicker since 2023. He was named as a captain for the team, but the 2025 season hasn't gone well for him.

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / November 26

Blake Grupe Has Heartfelt Message After Saints Exit

The New Orleans Saints made a significant change on Tuesday. After three seasons as the Saints' kicker, Blake Grupe is out. Grupe struggled this season and went 18-of-26 on field goals, including just 2-for-5 on kicks between 40 and 49 yards.

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Saints consider a move that looks questionable for more than one reason and raises new concerns about their direction

Kicker Blake Grupe has been a point of concern for the New Orleans Saints so far this season. The Saints boot has struggled on his way to missing a league-high eight field goals through twelve weeks of play (ahead of Monday Night Football).

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / November 23

Saints starter makes another mistake that may cost him his job this week and open the door for younger player

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New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / July 29

Saints special teams battle alive and kicking

Grupe and Smyth continue the kicking competition. The New Orleans Saints entered the 2025 Training Camp with another kicking battle on deck. Blake Grupe vs.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / June 24

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 20

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New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / September 8, 2024

Saints' big offseason decision pays off in massive way in first win of 2024 season

Week 1 was a dream come true for the New Orleans Saints. They dominated every facet of the game against the Carolina Panthers. The offense looked clean and efficient.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / August 23, 2024

Saints kicker Blake Grupe perfect in practice

And why he’s likely keeping his job. In the 22nd practice of training camp, New Orleans Saints kicker had a perfect day, going 6/6 on his field goals. This was very much needed by him, as he’s in the midst of a kicking competition.

New Orleans Saints News / Gridiron Heroics / March 29, 2024

New Orleans Saints Make Unusual Special Teams Signing

The New Orleans Saints have signed Gaelic football goalkeeper Charlie Smyth as a kicker in a unique special teams addition. Smyth, who is 22-years-old, is the first Irishman to ever sign a deal with an NFL team.

New Orleans Saints News / Canal Street Chronicles / March 28, 2024

Saints kicker Blake Grupe attends Ochsner Book Fair at Thurgood Marshall

Grupe, as well as Gumbo and members of the Saints cheer Krewe were in attendance. On Tuesday, March 26th, New Orleans Saints kicker Blake Grupe, members of the Saints Cheer Krewe and Gumbo attended the Ochsner Book Fair at Thurgood Marshall Middle School in New Orleans to help encourage the students to read.

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / August 14, 2023

Saints rookie kicker stopped by security after hitting game-winner

Saints rookie kicker stopped by security even after hitting game-winner

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