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NFL News / The Raider Ramble / December 27
Braden Smith is the grown-up the Raiders offensive line needs
Although the Las Vegas Raiders spent the sixth overall pick on a running back, the team remains the worst rushing offense in the NFL. Through Week 16, the Raiders are averaging only 75 rushing yards per game, a figure that underscores deeper structural issues.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 13
Colts starter may have played his final snaps for the team after latest injury ends his season and sheds doubt on his future
The Indianapolis Colts have multiple essential players on their roster set to hit free agency. The headliners are recently injured QB Daniel Jones, breakout WR Alec Pierce, and one of the most underrated players on the roster, Nick Cross.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13
Colts Place RT Braden Smith On IR
In his first game back from four-plus seasons in retirement, Colts quarterback Philip Rivers will not have a fully healthy offensive line on Sunday in Seattle.
The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 11
Colts' Braden Smith Earns One of NFL's Most Respected Awards
As the Indianapolis Colts prepare for their clash with the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, all eyes are on the sudden and shocking signing of 44-year-old Philip Rivers, who had been retired for five years before inking the deal.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 7
Colts’ Injury Woes Grow as Starting Tackle Sidelined
Just minutes after the Indianapolis Colts announced that quarterback Daniel Jones would miss the remainder of their AFC South clash against the Jacksonville Jaguars with an Achilles injury, the team announced that starting right tackle Braden Smith is out with a concussion.
NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 7
Three Prospects Scouts Say Could Become Great Colts Draft Picks
The Indianapolis Colts must turn their attention to the Jacksonville Jaguars for a massive Week 14 divisional clash at EverBank Stadium. While Indy's focus is on making the playoffs, establishing a postseason foothold, and winning a Super Bowl, the draft isn't far in the distance.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / November 14
Three Colts Players Who May Be Gone This Free Agency
It's the bye week for the Indianapolis Colts, which means it's time to regroup, refocus, and analyze the first half of the season. The Colts are making a push for the number one seed in the AFC, but they'll face the second-toughest remaining schedule over their final seven games.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Talk / November 9
Colts tackle Braden Smith leads the charge for change in player mental-healthcare 
In their helmets and pads, they look like gladiators. Invincible. Invulnerable. Within each NFL uniform is a human, no different from the rest of us. They have issues, stress, problems.
NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 3
Colts' Veteran Will Have Must-See Battle with Raiders Superstar
The Indianapolis Colts are returning to Lucas Oil Stadium this weekend to kick off a two-game home stretch against the Las Vegas Raiders. Indy's coming off its first loss of the season after falling short of defeating the Los Angeles Rams last Sunday.
NFL News / PewterReport.com / September 2
Bucs add 'Mo' pass rush to practice squad
The Bucs made some external additions to their practice squad on the defensive side of the ball. They addressed their run defense with nose tackle Jayson Jones.
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 / August 16
Colts' Hunter Wohler and Braden Smith Out Versus Packers
Indianapolis Colts safety Hunter Wohler sustained a foot injury in Saturday's preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, which ultimately ends his afternoon and second game of the preseason.
Indianapolis Colts News / The Spun / July 31
Veteran NFL Player Admits He Spent 48 Days In Mental Health Facility
During the final five games of the 2024 NFL season, the Indianapolis Colts were without offensive tackle Braden Smith because of a personal matter. Smith revealed in an interview with the Indianapolis Star that he spent 48 days in a treatment facility to address his obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / July 28
Colts' Braden Smith 'In a Spectacular Place' Heading into Season
Less than a year ago, there were real concerns that Braden Smith would never step foot on a football field again. The Indianapolis Colts' offensive tackle missed the final five games of the 2024 season due to a severe battle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) that forced him to spend 48 days in a treatment facility.
Indianapolis Colts News / EasySportz / July 22
Indianapolis Colts Starting QB Odds See Major Shift
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts head into the 2025 training camp with a fierce quarterback competition between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones, each vying to claim the starting role for Week 1.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / June 1
Colts Boast High-Level Offensive Line Duo
The Indianapolis Colts will have a different-looking offensive line than usual, as center Ryan Kelly and guard Will Fries departed for the Minnesota Vikings in free agency.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / April 12
Reason for Colts RT Braden Smith’s 2024 departure revealed
Braden Smith managed 12 appearances for the Colts in 2024, remaining a full-time starter up front. The veteran right tackle was away from the team for the end of the campaign, however, and further details regarding his absence have emerged.
Indianapolis Colts News / The Spun / April 9
Colts Star Reveals He Contemplated Suicide During 2024 Season
Mental health is a hard topic for athletes to speak out about for obvious reasons. Fans expect that the huge amount of money that they're paid should make them happier, and thus can't relate when someone making that kind of money is depressed.
Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / April 9
Colts Star Details Heartbreaking Depression Battle
The Indianapolis Colts’ offensive tackle Braden Smith has been one of the biggest bright spots for the team over the past half-decade. Considered one
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 8
AFC Notes: Braden Smith, Brenton Strange, Colts, Jaguars, Texans
Colts OT Braden Smith missed the final five games of the season due to personal reasons. The reasons turned out to be mental health issues, in which Smith dealt with obsessive-compulsive disorder and suicidal thoughts.
Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / April 8
Colts' Braden Smith reveals battle with OCD religious scrupulosity
Right tackle Braden Smith will be back with the Indianapolis Colts this season, something which seemed far from being possible just five months ago. Smith missed the final five games of the regular season with what the Colts deemed personal reasons.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 13
Colts' Salary Cap Space Becomes Clear as Braden Smith's Deal Revealed
The Indianapolis Colts "reworked" right tackle Braden Smith's contract earlier this week, and now details about the new deal have finally surfaced. According to OverTheCap.com, Smith's new contract is for one year and an $8 million base, with another possible $3 million through performance incentives.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 10
Colts Revising OT Braden Smith’s Contract To Keep Him In 2025
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Colts are revising RT Braden Smith‘s contract to keep him with the team in 2025. Smith was set to carry a cap number of $19.75 million in 2025 and will still become a free agent in 2026. Smith, 28, is a former second-round pick of the Colts back in 2018.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 14, 2024
Colts OT done for season due to 'personal matter'
Braden Smith‘s personal matter will keep him off the field for the rest of the season.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 11, 2024
Mystery surrounding Colts starter's absence doesn't sound like it's going to get figured out this season
The Indianapolis Colts had multiple injuries to monitor during the team's bye week. But one situation many weren't taking into account was starting right tackle Braden Smith, who missed the team's Week 13 win against the New England Patriots due to a personal matter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 3, 2023
Most overpaid, underpaid players in AFC South
Here are the most overpaid and underpaid players for each team in the AFC South.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / September 26, 2021
Colts All-Pro G Quenton Nelson suffers high ankle sprain against Titans
Nelson's X-rays reportedly came back negative, and he'll undergo further tests to determine the extent of the injury.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14, 2019
Week 2 NFL mismatches: Why Patriots could win by 50 or more
Yardbarker's Michael Nania explains why Miami defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick could be in for a long day and how the Chargers' D-line may derail Detroit.
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