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On YouTubeIndianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 4
Riley Leonard's stellar showing against the Texans in his first career start gives the Colts a lot to think about this offseason
Hand up, I thought the Indianapolis Colts starting Riley Leonard in Week 18 against a stout Houston Texans defense was a mistake. I thought it was a recipe for disaster to have the rookie have his first start against that defense.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / January 4
Rookie QB Riley Leonard's performance against Texans should leave Colts with one big question
Quarterback Philip Rivers' brief comeback with the Indianapolis Colts was fun, but why wasn't Leonard playing earlier?
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?
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 / January 4
Riley Leonard Puts Colts on Board With Blistering TD to Alec Pierce
The Indianapolis Colts are out of playoff contention, making their Week 18 matchup against the Houston Texans their final game of the year. Because of that, Colts head coach Shane Steichen decided to start sixth-round rookie Riley Leonard instead of Philip Rivers.
NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 4
Colts' Banged-Up Defense Won't See Texans' Superstar Weapon
The time for the 2025 season to close out for the Indianapolis Colts has come, and it will be on the road against one of the hottest teams in the league in the Houston Texans.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 3
3 Bold Predictions for Colts' Season Finale vs. Texans
It's been a turbulent 2025 season for the Indianapolis Colts, falling from the first seed in the AFC to all the way out of the playoff picture in a matter of weeks.
NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 3
Colts' Season Closer with Texans Has Betting Value Written All Over It
Week 18 against the Houston Texans might be meaningless in the standings for the Indianapolis Colts, but it is not meaningless inside the building. Between future evaluations and players fighting for contracts, this game carries real weight for Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 2
Colts Perform Quarterback Shuffle Ahead of Final Game Against Texans
The Indianapolis Colts have made some adjustments to their quarterback depth chart ahead of their season finale with the Houston Texans. Instead of Philip Rivers serving as the backup quarterback to Riley Leonard, it will be the recently signed Seth Henigan, instead.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 1
AFC Notes: Trevor Lawrence, Joe Mixon, Riley Leonard, Colts, Jaguars, Texans
The Colts will start QB Riley Leonard in Week 18’s season finale. Veteran QB Philip Rivers said he’s had his eye on Leonard and thinks he’ll have a long career in the NFL. “Riley is a pro,” Rivers said, via ProFootballTalk.
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.
NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / January 1
Texans' DeMeco Ryans Weighs In on Colts Starting Riley Leonard
Indianapolis Colts rookie quarterback Riley Leonard will take on his first-ever NFL start against the tall task that is the Houston Texans' elite defense, proven to be one of the best in the league throughout the course of this regular season.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 1
Philip Rivers confirms what everyone already knew in an announcement following the Colts' choice to start Riley Leonard over him
It may have only lasted three weeks, but Philip Rivers' return to the NFL at 44 years old, after a five-year hiatus, is something NFL fans will remember for a while.
The 'NFL QBs to start a game in 2025-26' quiz
How many of the 58 quarterbacks to start at least one game in the 2025 NFL season ahead of Week 18 can you name in eight minutes?
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 31
Colts Name QB Riley Leonard Starter For Week 18
Per Ian Rapoport, the Colts have named QB Riley Leonard their starter for Week 18, with veteran QB Philip Rivers stepping aside as the team is officially out of playoff contention.
Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / December 30
Report: Second act over for Philip Rivers; Colts to start Riley Leonard
The Indianapolis Colts will start 23-year-old rookie quarterback Riley Leonard over 44-year-old Philip Rivers in Sunday's season finale at Houston, ESPN reported Tuesday.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 30
Colts Expected To Start QB Riley Leonard In Week 18
When speaking after Sunday’s game, Philip Rivers reflected on his three-game return to NFL action. Since that point, signs have pointed to the Colts going in a different direction under center for Week 18.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / January 1
Colts make final decision about Philip Rivers' future
Rivers' comeback was one of the biggest storylines this NFL season.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 28
NFL Insider Reveals Colts Likely Going with Riley Leonard vs. Texans
The Indianapolis Colts fell to the Jacksonville Jaguars this afternoon to mark their sixth-straight loss on a season where they, at one point, stood atop the NFL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 12
Five NFL teams whose playoff odds can swing the most in Week 15
The NFL playoff races are getting even more intense as the regular season hits its stretch run, and the Week 15 schedule is full of more pivotal games in the race.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 12
Colts HC Shane Steichen offers Philip Rivers, Riley Leonard update
Changes made to the Indianapolis Colts' practice schedule caused outsiders to assume that recently-unretired 44-year-old Philip Rivers will serve as the
Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / December 11
Colts QB Riley Leonard healthy, on edge with role in limbo
Life is moving in fast-forward for rookie quarterback Riley Leonard since he grabbed his helmet and ran onto the field to replace injured Indianapolis Colts starter Daniel Jones in Jacksonville last Sunday.
NFL News / Last Word On Sports / December 11
Drew Allar May Be a Perfect Draft Choice for the Colts
With the 2025 NFL season winding down, draft talks are heating up. The Indianapolis Colts are in a tough spot when it comes to the next 2 drafts. They traded their next 2 first-round picks to the New York Jets for corner Sauce Gardner at this year’s deadline.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 8
Colts to host QB Philip Rivers following Daniel Jones injury
In the wake of Daniel Jones‘ season-ending Achilles injury, the Colts are hoping to keep their once-promising season afloat. As the organization looks to fill the gaping hole under center, they’re turning to a familiar face as a potential answer.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 8
AFC Notes: Trevor Lawrence, Riley Leonard, Colts, Jaguars, Texans
Dianna Russini of The Athletic named Colts DC Lou Anarumo as an assistant coach who could garner “serious looks” in the upcoming coaching cycle. Despite
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