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Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 30

Colts make final starting kicker decision after close training camp battle

The Indianapolis Colts have been trying to find their starting kicker all training camp. After a fierce battle, head coach Shane Steichen has made his decision.

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.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12

Colts’ Blake Grupe Leading K Competition

After winning the competition to become the Colts’ kicker last summer, Spencer Shrader opened the 2025 season on a heater. Shrader nailed 13 of 14 field goals, including all five in a Week 2 defeat of the Broncos, and was perfect on 14 extra points in the Colts’ first five games.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 5

Colts Kicking Competition Officially Has a Favorite to Win Starting Role

WESTFIELD, IN -- The Indianapolis Colts entered training camp with the most talented kicking competition amongst all NFL teams. Veterans Blake Grupe and Spencer Shrader have both proven to be viable starting options in the NFL, but one has begun to separate themself as the favorite to earn the opening.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / August 1

Spencer Shrader, Blake Grupe Begin Battle for Colts Kicker Job

The Indianapolis Colts entered training camp with several position battles to settle, but one of the most competitive could come at kicker. Second-year K Spencer Shrader and veteran K Blake Grupe both proved last season that they are capable of handling the job.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / June 9

Blake Grupe vs. Spencer Shrader: Everything You Need to Know About Colts' Kicker Competition

The Indianapolis Colts enter 2026 with an apparent kicking competition between two proven players, both of whom were near-perfect for the team last season: Spencer Shrader and Blake Grupe.

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 11

Raiders Safety Hit with Odd Fine After Ending Spencer Shrader's Season

The Indianapolis Colts are heading into a clash with the NFC West mainstay, the Arizona Cardinals, tomorrow at Lucas Oil Stadium. This contest is after the Colts systematically destroyed the Las Vegas Raiders last Sunday, 40-6.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / October 8

Colts move quickly to sign a familiar face ahead of Week 6 to replace a player they recently lost to a season-ending injury

The Indianapolis Colts' celebration of their Week 5 win over the Las Vegas Raiders came to a halt due to a devastating injury. During the Colts' win, they saw kicker Spencer Shrader take a hit from a Raiders defender after an extra point.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7

AFC Notes: Brian Callahan, Spencer Shrader, Cam Ward, Colts, Titans

Colts LS Luke Rhodes said it was hard to see K Spencer Shrader suffer a knee injury that will sideline him for the rest of the season. “I just prayed for him at halftime,” Rhodes said, via the team’s website.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 7

Colts sign K Michael Badgley to replace injured Spencer Shrader

The Colts are adding a familiar leg, signing veteran kicker Michael Badgley to the 53-man roster after Spencer Shrader sustained a season-ending knee injury in Week 5.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7

Colts Place K Spencer Shrader & CB Mike Hilton On IR Among Other Moves

The Indianapolis Colts announced they have placed K Spencer Shrader and CB Mike Hilton (practice squad) on injured reserve. This was the expected move for Shrader who suffered a season-ending knee injury Sunday.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7

Colts have signed a new kicker

The Indianapolis Colts have signed a new kicker. The Colts were searching for a new kicker after Spencer Shrader suffered a season-ending knee injury during his team’s 40-6 win over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 5.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7

Colts turn to former kicker to fill in for Spencer Shrader

Spencer Shrader's season-ending injury will force the Colts to make another change at kicker.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 7

3 Kickers for Colts to Consider as Spencer Shrader Replacements

The Indianapolis Colts have been humming so far through five weeks of the NFL season, sitting at a great 4-1 record. The offense and defense have both played well, complementing each other perfectly.

Indianapolis Colts News / Field Level Media / October 6

Reports: Colts K Spencer Shrader (knee) out for season

Indianapolis Colts kicker Spencer Shrader was lost for the season following a right knee injury during Sunday's 40-6 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, multiple outlets reported.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Colts K Spencer Shrader Out For Rest Of Season

The knee injury Colts K Spencer Shrader suffered on Sunday will knock him out for the rest of the 2025 season, per ESPN. Pat McAfee said he talked to Shrader

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5

Injuries to monitor after Week 5: Chargers running game is in trouble

Each week of the NFL season, Yardbarker will be monitoring players who have suffered notable injuries. From an Arizona Cardinals quarterback to a New York Giants wide receiver, here are five players we're tracking after Week 5:

Patriots RB Antonio Gibson ruled out of 'SNF' with a knee injury

Cardinals TE Tip Reiman carted off

Chiefs downgrade WR Xavier Worthy to questionable vs. Jaguars

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Indianapolis Colts News / The Predictors / October 5

Colts' K K Spencer Shrader ruled out with knee injury

The newly named AFC Special Teams Player of the Month for September has been ruled out for the remainder of the Colts' Week 5 matchup against the Raiders.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 2

Colts' Spencer Shrader Seen as Best Special Teams Player

The Indianapolis Colts have had a great start to their 2025 season, finishing 3-1 in September. While Daniel Jones has been a big surprise for the franchise, others have stood out as staples of the squad.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 14, 2025

Spencer Shrader hits 5th field goal at buzzer to lift Colts past Broncos

Spencer Shrader kicked a 45-yard field goal with no time left, his fifth of the game, and the host Indianapolis Colts rallied to beat the Denver Broncos 29-28 on Sunday.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / August 15, 2025

Spencer Shrader leading Colts' kicking competition

After spending 2024 as a spot starter for three different teams, Indianapolis Colts kicker Spencer Shrader has firmly positioned himself to take over a full-time starting job this season.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13, 2025

Colts Sign K Spencer Shrader

The Indianapolis Colts announced Thursday that they’ve signed K Spencer Shrader to an undisclosed contract. Shrader, 25, signed with Indianapolis as an UDFA out of Notre Dame following the 2024 NFL Draft.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Field Level Media / December 4, 2024

Chiefs place K Spencer Shrader (hamstring) on IR

The Kansas City Chiefs placed rookie kicker Spencer Shrader on injured reserve due to a right hamstring injury and signed kicker Matthew Wright to the active roster from the practice squad on Wednesday.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Pro Football Rumors / November 28, 2024

Chiefs' kicker carousel expected to continue in Week 13

Kansas City will be employing their third kicker of the year on Friday.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 26, 2024

Chiefs add a familiar kicker to practice squad given Spencer Shrader injury

The good news is that Spencer Shrader had his moment. Just a couple of weeks after signing with the Kansas City Chiefs, Shrader, formerly of the New York

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / November 25, 2024

Spencer Shrader relishes rare opportunity with Chiefs special teams

At some point, the bubble will burst. Harrison Butker will recover from his injury and will return to the Kansas City Chiefs active roster. He'll resume his duties as the team's kicker and that will leave Spencer Shrader on the outside looking in on the Chiefs' active roster.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / November 25, 2024

Spencer Shrader Reveals Unfiltered Truth on Choosing Chiefs Over Jets

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Spencer Shrader opened up about his decision to choose the team over the New York Jets. Shrader, who was signed by the Chiefs off the Jets' practice squad after Harrison Butker’s knee injury, revealed his excitement about being part of a top-tier team.