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On YouTubeIndianapolis Colts News / Stampede Blue / July 22
Colts All-Pro LB Zaire Franklin unavailable for start of team’s training camp 
The Colts defense will be without their starting All-Pro linebacker for at least the initial start of team training camp. According to All-Pro Indianapolis
NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / July 21
Packers Training Camp Preview: Linebacker Battles, X-Factor, Game-Changer
During minicamp in 2021, the Green Bay Packers signed De’Vondre Campbell. After Campbell turned in an All-Pro season, the Packers used their first-round pick in 2022 on Quay Walker in hope of building a super-tandem at linebacker.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / July 15
Indianapolis Colts star disrespected in recent NFL rankings that somehow have him as not a top 10 player at his position
Last year, Zaire Franklin entered the season with the most expectations and pressure he has had in his NFL career to date. With it being the first year in his career, he was asked to lead the Indianapolis Colts' LB room without Shaquille Leonard at his side.
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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 5
AFC Notes: Nick Chubb, Zaire Franklin, Colts, Jaguars, Texans
Colts LB Zaire Franklin believes that his team was just a couple of bad plays away from making the playoffs and trusts that HC Shane Steichen will put them in a better position and that their defense will correct their mistakes to improve their position this year.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 2
AFC Notes: Zaire Franklin, Trevor Lawrence, Colts, Jaguars, Texans
Colts LB Zaire Franklin said that the death of owner Jim Irsay has given the team a purpose this offseason, as they want to play in a way that would have made Irsay proud. “I would really just say we’re a team with a purpose,” Franklin said on SiriusXM NFL Radio.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 29
Colts’ Zaire Franklin gets real on honoring Jim Irsay in 2025 season
Zaire Franklin understands how much of an honor it is for him and the Indianapolis Colts to pay tribute to the late owner Jim Irsay. Irsay died at age 65 on May 21.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / May 30
Colts Captain Given Shocking Rank Despite Breakout Season
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin has been a bit of a lightning rod for discussion over the last couple of years. As a player, he became a success story for the Colts.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / May 12
Colts’ Zaire Franklin Underwent Ankle Surgery; LB Could Return For Training Camp
Zaire Franklin will again be counted on as a key member of the Colts’ defense in 2025. The veteran linebacker’s availability for training camp is now uncertain, however.
Indianapolis Colts News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 12
Colts LB Zaire Franklin Likely Out Until Late July Following Ankle Procedure
Colts HC Shane Steichen revealed LB Zaire Franklin had a procedure done on his ankle that will likely keep him out until the start of training camp in late July. “Yeah, he’s got an ankle deal.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / May 11
Colts' Pro Bowler Potentially Out Until Training Camp
The Indianapolis Colts exited the 2025 NFL Draft without doing anything significant to the linebacker position despite it being an area of need, and now that decision looks even more questionable.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / March 22
Colts Captain 'Turned Up' Over New Defensive Signings
Fans aren't the only ones excited about the Indianapolis Colts ' new additions on the defensive side of the ball. At the start of the NFL's free agency period, the Colts brought in new starters in cornerback Charvarius Ward and safety Camryn Bynum.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / March 21
Does Colts' Zaire Franklin still believe in Anthony Richardson with Daniel Jones looming?
Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin indicated he hasn't yet given up on Anthony Richardson.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / February 26
5 Linebackers to Watch for the Colts at the NFL Combine
The Indianapolis Colts could use a little shake-up to their linebacker room this offseason. Zaire Franklin was named a Second-Team All-Pro last season, but the rest of the room needs a bit of a facelift heading into 2025.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / February 20
6 Free-Agent Linebackers Who Fit the Colts
The Indianapolis Colts have massive changes to make on their defense this offseason, and a shiny new linebacker could be exactly what this unit needs to make a jump forward.
Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / February 12
Can the Colts Defense Become an 'All-Time Unit?'
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin recently had an interview with Jim Rome. Franklin said he believes the Colts’ defense can be an “all-time unit” by adding a playmaker.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 11
AFC Notes: Zaire Franklin, John Spytek, Colts, Jaguars, Raiders
Colts LB Zaire Franklin believes that the team can have one of the best defenses of all time if they can add another playmaker to the unit. “We got Pro Bowlers at this point, playmakers at all three levels: myself, DeForest, and Kenny Moore,” Franklin said, via Pro Football Talk.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 24
Colts' Zaire Franklin Secures Franchise Record After Dominant Season
The Indianapolis Colts didn't have the most buttoned-up year on the defensive side of the ball entirely, but one of the unit's shining stars in Zaire Franklin still emerged as a major bright spot for the 2024 season-- just as he has for the two seasons before it.
Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / January 8
Colts player apologized to fans for mistakes he made during the season that led to public uproar
The 2024 season was quite the ride for the Indianapolis Colts. There were so many twists and turns, but one of the most shocking was how quickly fans turned on linebacker Zaire Franklin. Franklin was once a clear fan favorite after climbing the NFL ladder from being a seventh-round pick to a team captain and starter.
NFL News / Steelers Now / September 27
Colts LB Calls Out Steelers Nation Ahead of Sunday’s Game
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin is preparing for a slew of Steelers fans to be at Sunday’s game. In fact, Vivid Seats’ Fan Forecast projects Steelers fans will take up 40% of the crowd.
NFL News / Steeler Nation / September 27
Steelers' Week 4 Opponent Zaire Franklin Threatens Sanctity Of Famous Terrible Towel
The Pittsburgh Steelers will take on the Indianapolis Colts on the road in Week 4. Sitting at 3-0, Mike Tomlin's team will look to travel and win in an opponents' house for the third time already in the 2024 season.
NFL News / Steeler Nation / September 26
Steelers Fans Get A Warning From Colts Linebacker Zaire Franklin: 'It's Our House'
The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up to face the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday in their Week 4 matchup. After a blazing start, the Steelers have won their first three games, and many pundits are starting to take notice.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 9, 2024
Colts LB Zaire Franklin calls out Texans, C.J. Stroud
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin seemingly is counting down the months, weeks and days until he gets to see the Houston Texans and quarterback C.J. Stroud again.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / May 8, 2024
Colts defensive star ups rivalry with Texans with talk about C.J. Stroud
Just about everyone has been thoroughly impressed with Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud. Well, everyone except Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin, apparently.
Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11, 2024
Colts agree to extension with one of NFL's top tacklers
Between the 2022 and 2023 campaigns, he has totaled 346 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 12 pass breakups and four forced fumbles. That production had him in line for a notable raise.
Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 10, 2024
Colts' Zaire Franklin Reveals Intense 'Hunger and Fight' for 2024
The Indianapolis Colts were on the verge of a playoff berth this season, ultimately falling short as they dropped their Week 18 tilt to the Houston Texans.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 22, 2023
Colts LB chirps back at Eagles All-Pro Jason Kelce for blindside ‘cheap shot’
Those emotions got the better of Kelce during a joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts on Tuesday when the 6-foot-3, 280-pound offensive lineman took an admitted cheap shot at linebacker Zaire Franklin moments after he made an open-field tackle on running back Kenneth Gainwell.
Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / May 19, 2023
Colts LB says when he thinks rookie QB Anthony Richardson will become starter
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin told Good Morning Football on Friday that he thinks it's "probably likely" that rookie Anthony Richardson will be the team's starting quarterback in Week 1.
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