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NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 3
How Raiders Can Continue Offensive Momentum vs. Colts
The Las Vegas Raiders have trudged to a 1-3 record so far in the 2025 NFL season. They came into the year with some optimism that they could be dark-horse playoff contenders behind a strong, explosive offense, while their defense was expected to hold them back.
Indianapolis Colts News / The Raider Ramble / October 3
Xavien Howard Calls It Quits Right Before Raiders Showdown
After the passing attack from Puka Nacua and the Los Angeles Rams dominated, a Colts cornerback ended his football career. Xavien Howard was a premier cornerback in this league for several years.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2
AFC Notes: Xavien Howard, Anthony Richardson, Colts, Texans, Titans
The Colts allowed 360 passing yards to the Rams in their Week 4 loss. Indianapolis DC Lou Anarumo refused to put all the blame on CB Xavien Howard after he was beaten multiple times, and feels the collective effort could’ve been better. “The combination of all of it,” Anarumo said, via Joel Erickson of the Indianapolis Star.
The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz
36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?
Indianapolis Colts News / The Forkball / October 2
Xavien Howard Retires from NFL After 4 Games with Colts, Says ‘Family First’
Xavien Howard’s comeback attempt in Indianapolis has come to an unexpected end. The four-time Pro Bowl cornerback informed the Colts on Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL after just four games with the franchise.
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 / October 2
Colts Sign Cornerback After Xavien Howard Retirement
The Indianapolis Colts announced they have signed first-year cornerback Keenan Garber to their practice squad on Tuesday morning. The news broke after the Colts' starting cornerback, Xavien Howard, retired only four games into the season.
NFL News / Field Level Media / October 2
Raiders must shake off bitter loss as explosive Colts await
After taking their first loss on the field last week, the Indianapolis Colts absorbed one off the field ahead of a Sunday home game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 1
Veteran Colts All-Pro cornerback suddenly retires from NFL
After eight years with the Miami Dolphins and a year away from the game, his new venture with the Indianapolis Colts has ended after four games as Indianapolis places the 32-year-old cornerback on the reserve/retired list.
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 / Larry Brown Sports / October 2
Four-time Pro Bowler abruptly retires from the NFL
He has abruptly retired from the NFL just days after a rough showing against the Los Angeles Rams.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / October 1
After Immense Struggles, Colts' Xavien Howard Retires
The Indianapolis Colts announced they have placed cornerback Xavien Howard on the reserve/retired list after four games. The Colts signed safety Trey Washington to the 53-man roster to take Howard's place.
Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / October 1
Colts Starting CB & Former All-Pro Abruptly Retires Before Raiders Matchup
The Indianapolis Colts' 3-1 start has been one of the biggest surprises of the NFL season so far. While quarterback Daniel Jones deserves a lot of credit for that, the defense has also been greatly improved.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10, 2025
Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa addresses claim that he was in 'panic mode' in loss to Colts
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa insists he wasn't panicking in a Week 1 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, despite what a former teammate says.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10, 2025
Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel didn't sugarcoat QB Tua Tagovailoa's issues
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel didn't give serious pushback when asked about Colts CB Xavier Howard's comments about Tua Tagovailoa.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 22, 2025
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 18, 2025
Colts sign four-time Pro Bowl CB
He spent each of his first eight seasons with the Dolphins, becoming one of the league’s top ballhawks over that span.
Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / March 19, 2025
Howard Ready to Answer the Call
Xavien Howard is ready, willing and able to return after a year out of the NFL, and he’s willing to listen to any offers. That most definitely includes his long-time team, the Miami Dolphins.
Miami Dolphins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 11, 2024
Bengals & CB Xavien Howard Unable To Agree On Contract
According to Mike Garafolo, the Bengals and CB Xavien Howard were unable to come to terms on a contract after his visit with the team today. While the
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / July 12, 2024
Giants favored to land four-time Pro Bowl defender
According to one sportsbook, the Giants are currently the betting favorites to land the former Miami Dolphins star.
Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / June 7, 2024
Xavien Howard Sends Revenge Porn to Minor Per Lawsuit
The Miami Herald is reporting that former Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard allegedly sent inappropriate and sexually explicit photos to a minor in a revenge plot against the child’s mother and is now being sued by both the child and the mother.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 7, 2024
Three offseason moves the Colts must make
Here are three moves the Colts should make this offseason to close the gap between themselves and the Texans at the top of the AFC South.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 7, 2024
Three offseason moves the Chargers must make
The Los Angeles Chargers crumpled last season, missing the playoffs and finishing 5-12. This offseason, they hired new head coach Jim Harbaugh to turn things around, but he still faces a challenging rebuild. Los Angeles should consider more roster tweaks to make Harbaugh's life easier.
Miami Dolphins News / Pro Football Rumors / May 5, 2024
Former All-Pro CB medically cleared for football activities
The free agent is back to full health, and his market could soon see movement.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / April 1, 2024
NFL writer believes Las Vegas Raiders should pursue move for star defender
Following an initial flurry of activity during the opening week of free agency, the Las Vegas Raiders have adopted a more measured approach to signings.
Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / March 28, 2024
Howard vs Fuller: Did Miami Upgrade at Cornerback?
The Dolphins’ decision to move on from Xavien Howard was easy, as it opened up $18.5 million on Miami’s salary cap (or at least it will on June 1st). They filled his spot with Kendall Fuller, who signed for two years and $16.5 million.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 27, 2024
Why the Lions should target CB Xavien Howard
The Detroit Lions are coming off one of the best seasons in franchise history, but still have work to do as they press toward the ultimate prize. Howard is one move the team should strongly consider.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 24, 2024
Four-time Pro Bowl CB Xavien Howard reveals team he'd 'love' to play for
Cornerback Xavien Howard is one of the biggest names still available on the open market. Where will he play in 2024? He has a team in mind.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 8, 2024
Three free agents Pittsburgh Steelers should target
The Steelers have about $16 million in salary cap space and can still make a few moves to create more before the start of free agency. Here are three free agents Pittsburgh should target.
Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / March 7, 2024
Star CB shuts door on possible return to Dolphins
The Baylor product spent his entire eight-year career with the Dolphins before his release in late February.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 1, 2024
Should Steelers target four-time Pro Bowl CB in free agency?
Should Pittsburgh target four-time Pro Bowl CB Xavien Howard, who was informed last week by the Dolphins that he'll released at the start of the new league year?
Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / February 28, 2024
Dolphins open to cornerback Xavien Howard returning to the team
Xavien Howard and his representation are shopping his services to 31 NFL teams, but based on General Manager Chris Grier's tone regarding the former Miami Dolphins cornerback, one more team needs to be added to that list.
Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / February 25, 2024
Jalen Ramsey should look in the mirror before criticizing former coordinator
Upon hearing about the Dolphins' decision to release Xavien Howard, Miami’s Jalen Ramsey had some unflattering words for his former defensive coordinator.
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