The Indianapolis Colts' defense had a rough showing in week two, as veteran play-caller Sean Payton mercilessly attacked the weak points of the shorthanded defense.
Tonight, two former Maryland Terrapin players, Nick Cross and Durrell Nchami, suit up for the 2025 NFL preseason opening game between the Indianapolis Colts and Baltimore Ravens.
The Indianapolis Colts' defense underwent a facelift this offseason, both in the coaching ranks and on the roster. Part of the refresh was a heavy emphasis on the secondary, which resulted in the Colts obtaining a safety tandem in Camryn Bynum and Nick Cross that could be among the most affective in the NFL by season's end.
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The Indianapolis Colts have made their fair share of tweaks and adjustments around their roster across the stretch of this offseason to effectively give this group a breath of fresh air and optimism for what's to come across the 2025 season ahead.
The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.
Which Indianapolis Colts players will become first-time Pro Bowlers in 2025? Zaire Franklin received the honor for the first time last season. The linebacker led the NFL with 173 tackles.
The Indianapolis Colts have a multitude of talent, both veteran and new, on their roster, and they are approaching a big 2025 campaign. One of the players who had a breakout season in 2024 is safety Nick Cross, proving many critics wrong and showcasing skill as one of the more reliable defenders in then-Gus Bradley's scheme.
After two seasons on the bench in a mostly special teams role, the Indianapolis Colts finally put their faith in safety Nick Cross last season. The former third-round pick rewarded that faith with a solid season of play, and the 23-year-old has the potential to take an even bigger step forward this upcoming season under Lou Anarumo.
The Indianapolis Colts ' season has been over for a couple of months now, but this week, the NFL awarded a pair of Colts defenders a handsome payday for their performances in 2024.
The Indianapolis Colts have a very clear need at safety this offseason. Veteran starter Julian Blackmon is set to become a free agent, and it seems very unlikely that he will be back with the team.
The Indianapolis Colts proved to be a few steps further away from where many expected last season after a disappointing 8-9 record was posted in the books.
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The Indianapolis Colts have had a massive need at safety for seemingly half a decade. General manager Chris Ballard likes to address this need through the draft, but it might finally be time to bring in some outside veteran help to shore up the backend of the defense.
The Indianapolis Colts need help with talent on their roster, especially on the defensive side of the ball. One of the glaring areas is safety depth behind Nick Cross and free agent Julian Blackmon.
The Indianapolis Colts are at a crossroads. Okay, maybe really it's more like a round-about. For years, they have gone around and around, staying the course and achieving mediocre outcomes without taking a risk and picking an exit, because at least they know what to expect if they keep going through that round-about.
Throughout the 2024-25 NFL campaign, the Indianapolis Colts have had some pleasant surprises on both sides of the ball. It's been an up-and-down year in terms of wins and losses, considering the 6-7 record to start, but that doesn't mean this roster has been void of talent whatsoever.
Indianapolis Colts safety Nick Cross has had a breakout season in 2024. He's second in the NFL in tackles with 125 behind teammate, linebacker Zaire Franklin (135).
The Indianapolis Colts are enjoying a much-needed bye in Week 14. When they return to the office next week, they will begin preparing for their final four-game
The Indianapolis Colts barely got the victory over the New England Patriots 25-24 in week 13 to stay alive in the playoffs at 6-7. While Anthony Richardson's performance was the talk of the contest, the defense had attention to deal with in the worst way.
The Indianapolis Colts are 6-7 heading into a much-needed Week 14 bye before heading to Mile High to face the 8-5 Denver Broncos . With only five weeks left in the regular season, Pro Bowl voting has started, and The Athletic's Jon Machota posted the top 10 ranks in that regard for each position.
The Indianapolis Colts lost for the 10th straight time on the road to the AFC South foe Jacksonville Jaguars. While the defeat is difficult and in close fashion (37-34), there are multiple avenues to shine a light on for Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard faced a lot of scrutiny for how he handled the safety position this offseason. It may be too early for him to take victory laps on his steadfast belief in the in-house options, but former third-round pick Nick Cross has rewarded Ballard's trust this season.
The free safety position for the Indianapolis Colts remains a significant weakness, yet the franchise has allowed another potential upgrade to pass it by.
After injuries at critical positions dampened what turned out to be a 9-8 finish last season, the Indianapolis Colts return for the 2024 campaign relatively healthy and re-energized. While there are few roster holes to speak of, that doesn't mean there aren't crucial moves left to make.
Where do the Indianapolis Colts stand at safety as the weather heats up?
After a successful week of joint practices with the Chicago Bears, the Colts found themselves resting nearly all of their expected starters in the second week of the preseason.
Just days before Colts mandatory minicamp, cornerback Isaiah Rodgers, Sr. underwent investigation for allegedly placing hundreds of sports bets. The same week, rookie safety Daniel Scott tore his ACL during OTAs, and was placed on IR Wednesday due to the season-ending injury.
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