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Colts | Coleman Owen returns to practice squad Mon Dec 15, 06:20 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Coleman Owen reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Dec. 15, after being on the active roster for the Week 15 game.
Link to story Colts | Anthony Richardson cleared to resume football activities Mon Dec 15, 03:09 PM
According to multiple reports, Anthony Richardson has been cleared to resume football activities. Richardson has been out since fracturing an orbital bone while working out ahead of Indianapolis' Week 6 game against the Cardinals.
| Footballguys view: The Colts have not formally designated Richardson for return from injured reserve at this point, and they haven't announced if they plan to do so this week, but that would be a necessary step to get him back into practice. The move would create a 21-day window for Richardson to work out with the team, and that would run through the end of the regular season. Meanwhile, the Colts coaxed Philip Rivers out of retirement last week, and head coach Shane Steichen has already announced that Rivers will start against the 49ers on Monday Night Football in Week 16. |
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Colts | Philip Rivers to remain starter Mon Dec 15, 02:20 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Philip Rivers will be the starting quarterback for the Colts in Week 16, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
| Footballguys view: While Rivers threw a touchdown against the Seahawks Sunday -- in his first game action in five years, he also threw an interception and only managed to produce 120 passing yards and 6.3 fantasy points on the day. Things should get better as Rivers gets back into game shape, but SI.com's Nick Raducanu believes fantasy investors should be worried about Jonathan Taylor as defenses stack the box even more than they already were. The Colts play the 49erss this week. |
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Colts | Germaine Pratt totals 10 tackles Sun Dec 14, 11:30 PM
Indianapolis Colts LB Germaine Pratt went for 10 total stops, five solo tackles and a tackle for loss in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks.
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Colts | Zaire Franklin good for seven solo stops Sun Dec 14, 11:28 PM
Indianapolis Colts LB Zaire Franklin went for 10 total stops with a game-high seven solo tackles and a tackle for loss in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks.
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Colts | Josh Downs finds end zone in Week 15 Sun Dec 14, 11:24 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs ended up with three receptions for 13 yards and a touchdown on five targets in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks.
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Colts | Just one catch for Alec Pierce Sun Dec 14, 11:21 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce ended up with a single 16-yard reception on his lone target in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks.
Link to story Colts | Tyler Warren targeted six times Sun Dec 14, 11:18 PM
Indianapolis Colts TE Tyler Warren registered three receptions for 19 yards on six targets in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks.
Link to story Colts | Michael Pittman Jr. targeted five times Sun Dec 14, 11:15 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. posted three receptions for 26 yards on five targets in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks.
Link to story Colts | Ameer Abdullah totals nine touches Sun Dec 14, 11:13 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Ameer Abdullah rushed four times for 15 yards in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks, while adding team bests with five catches and 32 yards on five targets.
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Colts | Decent day for Jonathan Taylor Sun Dec 14, 11:11 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor rushed 25 times for 87 yards in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks, while adding three receptions for 14 yards on four targets.
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Colts | Philip Rivers throws for 120 yards, TD Sun Dec 14, 11:08 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Philip Rivers completed 18-of-27 passes for 120 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks, and he rushed once for minus-5 yards.
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Colts | Week 15 Indianapolis Colts inactives Sun Dec 14, 03:09 PM
The Indianapolis Colts have declared CB Sauce Gardner, WR Anthony Gould, LB Jaylon Carlies, RB DJ Giddens, S Reuben Lowery III, QB Brett Rypien and TE Will Mallory inactive for Week 15.
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Colts | Charvarius Ward not contemplating retirement Sun Dec 14, 09:55 AM
Indianapolis Colts CB Charvarius Ward (concussion) reportedly has no intention of retiring, even though he was placed on the Reserve/Injured list recently after sustaining his third concussion, according to a source.
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Colts | IND still interested in long-term deal with Daniel Jones Sun Dec 14, 09:38 AM
The Indianapolis Colts will resume contract extension talks with QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) during the offseason, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Colts | Indy makes several roster moves Sun Dec 14, 09:19 AM
The Indianapolis Colts placed OT Braden Smith (concussion, neck) on the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Dec. 13. They also elevated DT Chris Wormley from the practice squad to the active roster.
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Colts | Daniel Jones targeting camp Sat Dec 13, 08:16 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) could be fully cleared in time for the start of training camp, according to sources, and the belief is that Jones will play for the Colts next season.
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Colts | Tyquan Lewis off injury report Sat Dec 13, 03:33 PM
Indianapolis Colts DE Tyquan Lewis (ankle) was removed from the Week 15 injury report Saturday, Dec. 13.
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Colts | Coleman Owen elevated Sat Dec 13, 02:18 PM
Indianapolis Colts practice squad WR Coleman Owen was elevated to the active roster Saturday, Dec. 13, and will be available for the Week 15 game.
Link to story Colts | Philip Rivers signed to 53-man roster Sat Dec 13, 02:13 PM
Indianapolis Colts practice squad QB Philip Rivers was signed to the 53-man roster Saturday, Dec. 13. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Rivers is going to start for the Colts in Week 15 against the Seahawks. Expect a healthy dose of Jonathan Taylor in this matchup. Riley Leonard may have some packages as the backup to Rivers. |
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Colts | Riley Leonard could see some playing time in Week 15 Sat Dec 13, 12:06 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Riley Leonard (knee) could see some playing time in Week 15's game versus the Seattle Seahawks, even though QB Philip Rivers has been named the starting quarterback, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
| Footballguys view: Who knows what Rivers is going to look like in his first game back in five seasons. That means the Colts will have Leonard ready for at least some packages if not completely taking over if things look disastrous with the 44-year old quarterback. Fantasy GMs should not be counting on Rivers, and temper expectations for the entire offense in Week 15 (and beyond). |
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Colts | Philip Rivers to start Week 15's game Sat Dec 13, 11:50 AM
The Indianapolis Colts will elevate QB Philip Rivers from their practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Dec. 13, and he will start Week 15's game versus the Seattle Seahawks, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo.
| Footballguys view: Everyone is going to be watching to see how much Rivers can still look like his old self. This is his first game action since January of 2021, so we're keeping our expectations low. The Colts see him as a better option due to his familiarity with Shane Steichen's offense, even though Riley Leonard (knee) practiced fully this week. |
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Colts | DeForest Buckner not ready to return from IR Sat Dec 13, 10:25 AM
Indianapolis Colts DT DeForest Buckner (neck) will not be activated from the Reserve/Injured list this weekend, according to head coach Shane Steichen. He had already been ruled out for Week 15's game against the Seattle Seahawks but was able to participate in all three of the Colts' practice sessions held during the week on a limited basis.
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Colts | Indy leaning towards Philip Rivers? Fri Dec 12, 08:26 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Philip Rivers 'certainly seems like' he is positioned to start against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 15, but the team has yet to make an official decision, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
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Colts | Week 15 injury report for Indianapolis Fri Dec 12, 04:02 PM
Indianapolis Colts CB Sauce Gardner (calf), WR Anthony Gould (foot), and OT Braden Smith (concussion, neck) did not practice all week and have been ruled out for Week 15. DL DeForest Buckner (neck) was limited in practice all week and has been ruled out. DE Tyquan Lewis (ankle) practiced in full on Friday, Dec. 12, and is listed as questionable. LB Zaire Franklin (knee, rest) did not practice on Friday and no longer appears on the injury report. DE Samson Ebukam (rest) was limited in practice on Friday and no longer appears on the injury report. WR Josh Downs (ankle), CB Jaylon Jones (back), QB Riley Leonard (knee), WR Alec Pierce (rib), and DL Grover Stewart (rest) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.
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Colts | Alec Pierce will play in Week 15 Fri Dec 12, 03:53 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (rib) practiced in full on Friday, Dec. 12, and no longer appears on the injury report.
| Footballguys view: Pierce's role has grown significantly, and he's been a steady WR3 all season. He's a bit riskier than usual this week, facing a tough opponent and losing Daniel Jones. We recommend benching him where possible and hoping he shows enough to feel confident starting him again in Week 16. |
Colts | Josh Downs cleared for Week 15 Fri Dec 12, 03:44 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (ankle) practiced in full on Friday, Dec. 12, and no longer appears on the injury report.
| Footballguys view: Downs is typically third or fourth on the team in targets, making him a risky start on any given week. Considering the difficult matchup against the Seahawks and the possibility of 44-year-old Philip Rivers starting, he falls outside our top 60 wide receivers this week. |
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Colts | Alec Pierce fully practices Thu Dec 11, 04:01 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (rib) fully participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 11.
Link to story Colts | Full practice for Josh Downs Thu Dec 11, 03:51 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (ankle) fully participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 11.
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Colts | Thursday practice report for Indianapolis Thu Dec 11, 03:48 PM
Indianapolis Colts CB Sauce Gardner (calf), WR Anthony Gould (foot), OT Braden Smith (concussion, neck), and DL Grover Stewart (rest) did not practice on Thursday, Dec. 11. DL DeForest Buckner (neck) and DE Tyquan Lewis (ankle) were limited in practice on Thursday. WR Josh Downs (ankle), LB Zaire Franklin (knee), CB Jaylon Jones (back), QB Riley Leonard (knee), and WR Alec Pierce (rib) practiced in full.
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Colts | Riley Leonard a full participant Thu Dec 11, 03:46 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Riley Leonard (knee) fully participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 11.
| Footballguys view: A PCL strain is bothering Leonard, but he's practicing in full. It just seems like we're going to see Philip Rivers get to play against the Seahawks in Week 15. |
Colts | Wednesday practice report for Colts Wed Dec 10, 04:59 PM
Indianapolis Colts CB Sauce Gardner (calf), WR Anthony Gould (foot), DE Tyquan Lewis (ankle) and OT Braden Smith (concussion, neck) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 10. DT DeForest Buckner (neck) was limited during practice. WR Josh Downs (ankle), LB Zaire Franklin (knee), CB Jaylon Jones (back), QB Riley Leonard (knee) and WR Alec Pierce (rib) fully participated in practice.
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Colts | Alec Pierce takes part in practice Wed Dec 10, 04:55 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (rib) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Link to story Colts | Full practice for Riley Leonard Wed Dec 10, 04:50 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Riley Leonard (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 10.
| Footballguys view: That's good news for Leonard who is in line to start. If he can't play, then Philip Rivers could be an option for the Colts. |
Colts | Josh Downs fully practices Wed Dec 10, 04:40 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (ankle) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 10.
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Colts | Charvarius Ward placed on IR Wed Dec 10, 03:34 PM
Indianapolis Colts CB Charvarius Ward (concussion) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Dec. 10.
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Colts | Daniel Jones undergoes successful surgery Wed Dec 10, 02:28 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) underwent successful surgery on Wednesday, Dec. 10, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
| Footballguys view: Good news for Jones here. Achilles' injuries aren't the career killers they used to be, and Jones should be ready for action in training camp next year at the latest. He's set to be a free agent in 2026, but it wouldn't surprise us to see him re-sign with the Colts after enjoying great success before this untimely injury. |
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Colts | Brett Rypien added to active roster Wed Dec 10, 01:39 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Brett Rypien was elevated to the active roster on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
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Colts | Riley Leonard will practice Wed Dec 10, 12:34 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Riley Leonard (knee) will practice this week, but his status is up in the air for Week 15, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
| Footballguys view: The Colts may have to go with Philip Rivers at quarterback. Leonard looked overwhelmed last week, and he's not a great option as a starter - especially now that he's not 100 percent. Let's see what the end of the week practice status looks like, but be prepared to downgrade all your Colts' pass-catchers. |
Colts | Philip Rivers impresses with arm strength Wed Dec 10, 10:59 AM
Indianapolis Colts QB Philip Rivers impressed multiple team sources with his arm strength, according to sources. 'I'd still take him at this stage over most 22- to 23-year-old (backups),' according to one source.
| Footballguys view: Rivers may have to play for the Colts in Week 15 as Riley Leonard deals with a knee injury he suffered in Week 14. We'll be monitoring the practice reports on Leonard as the week goes on. Rivers is only a fantasy option (if he starts) in superflex leagues, and he's not a great one in that format. This whole move from the Colts reeks of desperation. |
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Colts | Daniel Jones placed on IR Tue Dec 9, 03:29 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) was placed on injured reserve on Tuesday, Dec. 9. He will miss the remainder of the 2025 season.
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Colts | Report: QB Riley Leonard considered week-to-week Tue Dec 9, 03:06 PM
Rookie QB Riley Leonard's status for the Colts' next game, at the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, is still unclear. The team is hoping for more clarity on Wednesday, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. When asked on Monday whether Leonard would play Sunday, coach Shane Steichen said, "That's the hope. We'll see how it goes." But source told Schefter on Monday night that Leonard had a strained knee ligament and was considered week-to-week.
| Footballguys view: If Leonard can't play, Philip Rivers, who worked out for the team Monday night and was signed to the practice squad Tuesday, might enter the picture. Still remembered fondly at Colts headquarters following his one season with Indianapolis in 2020, Rivers will be reunited with his close friend Steichen. The two previously spent six seasons together in the Chargers organization while Steichen was an assistant coach and Rivers was the team's longtime quarterback. Riley starting would be the desired outcome in Indy, but clearly the team is going to great lengths to prepare if he's not. |
Colts | Philip Rivers comes out of retirement, signs with Indianapolis Tue Dec 9, 01:08 PM
Free agent QB Philip Rivers signed with the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad on Tuesday, Dec. 9.
| Footballguys view: With starter Daniel Jones (Achilles) out for the season and backup Riley Leonard dealing with a knee injury, the Colts turned to Rivers as an emergency solution. Before the Colts can determine how soon Rivers can play, they have to see how he feels and practices Wednesday and Thursday. But Rivers played in this offense his entire career, and his relationship with coach Shane Steichen will be seamless. So this is more of a physical question than a mental one. The Colts believe Rivers could give them a realistic chance to stay competitive. Leonard's health will also be a factor. |
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Colts | Reports: Philip Rivers worked out for Colts Monday Night Tue Dec 9, 10:52 AM
A report on Monday said that quarterback Philip Rivers would work out for the Colts on Tuesday, but things are moving more quickly in Indianapolis. Per multiple reports on Tuesday morning, Rivers actually had his workout with his former team on Monday night. Those reports indicate Rivers, who retired after the 2020 season, threw the ball well during the workout.
| Footballguys view: As PFT notes, there's no word on an agreement, and the Colts are believed to be mulling over whether to bring Rivers in as an option to step in at quarterback in the wake of Daniel Jones' season-ending Achilles injury. Rookie Riley Leonard replaced Jones on Sunday, but is dealing with knee soreness that has clouded his availability for Week 15's game against the Seahawks. The Colts currently have Brett Rypien on the practice squad, and he's the only other in-house option, as Anthony Richardson is not a candidate to come off of injured reserve at this time. Stay tuned. |
Colts | Philip Rivers set to work out Tue Dec 9, 02:10 AM
Retired QB Philip Rivers is expected to work out for the Indianapolis Colts Tuesday, Dec. 9, to see if he can join the team's practice squad, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: While it's unclear if Rivers, who last played in 2020 with the Colts, is in football shape after being away from the game for so long, he would have intimate knowledge of the Colts' offensive scheme and would be a seamless addition in terms of working with head coach Shane Steichen. The two worked closely together during Steichen's days as the Los Angeles Chargers' offensive coordinator before Rivers' one season with the Colts. Whether Rivers is a viable option remains to be seen. But the Colts believe his familiarity could give them a realistic chance. Monday is Rivers' 44th birthday. Stay tuned. |
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Colts | Anthony Richardson not ready to return Tue Dec 9, 02:09 AM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (eye) will not have his 21-day practice window opened this week, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
| Footballguys view: Richardson remains on injured reserve after sustaining an orbital fracture while warming up prior to a game earlier this season. A pole that was attached to a stretch band snapped and impacted Richardson around his eye. "He's still working through it," Steichen said of Richardson. "Obviously it's an eye, it's very delicate. So he's just resting it, and then once the doctors and trainers clear him to be activated - that's where it's at right now. Still just healing up." According to Profootballtalk.com, the Colts don't know when or if he'll be cleared at any point in 2025. |
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Colts | More on Riley Leonard's injury Mon Dec 8, 07:53 PM
Updating a previous report, Indianapolis Colts QB Riley Leonard (knee) is dealing with a strained ligament in his knee and is considered week-to-week, according to a source. His availability for Week 15 is uncertain at this time.
Link to story Colts | Riley Leonard uncertain for Week 15 Mon Dec 8, 02:41 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Riley Leonard (knee) is dealing with a knee injury, and his availability for Week 15 is uncertain at this point, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
| Footballguys view: This news comes on the heels of Steichen confirming that Daniel Jones did suffer a torn Achilles and will be out for the remainder of the season. Steichen said that Leonard is "working through" the injury, and the "hope" is that he will be able to play Sunday against the Seahawks. However, Steichen cannot say that for sure just yet. Anthony Richardson remains on injured reserve, which means the only fully healthy quarterback for the Colts right now is practice squad QB Brett Rypien. He has appeared in 11 games with four starts since entering the NFL in 2019. |
Colts | Daniel Jones officially out for season Mon Dec 8, 02:32 PM
Updating previous reports, Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones (Achilles) has been diagnosed with a torn Achilles tendon and will miss the rest of the 2025 season, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
| Footballguys view: Jones was playing through what was reported to be a hairline fracture in his left fibula when he went down in the first quarter on Sunday with an injury to his opposite leg. Although a torn Achilles is easily diagnosed, Jones underwent an MRI on Monday to confirm the injury. Jones is headed to free agency and might not be ready to play in Week 1 next season. The Colts and Vikings were both rumored to be in on signing Jones, but the nine-month recovery adds enough uncertainty to cloud the issue. |
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Colts | No timetable for Anthony Richardson's return Mon Dec 8, 12:11 PM
With Colts starting quarterback Daniel Jones out for the season after tearing an Achilles tendon on Sunday, the next question becomes whether Anthony Richardson will be able to step in. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, Richardson -- who suffered an orbital fracture before the Week 6 game against the Cardinals -- has not been cleared to return. Moreover, the Colts don't know when or if he'll be cleared at any point in 2025.
| Footballguys view: That leaves rookie Riley Leonard as the starter. Brett Rypien is on the practice squad. On Sunday, the emergency option was tight end Tyler Warren. The fourth overall pick in 2023, Richardson started four games as a rookie and 11 in 2024. The Colts signed Jones to compete with Richardson, and Jones won the job. Richardson remains under contract through 2026. But it's up in the air, at best, as to whether he'll be able to play in any of the final four regular-season games or any postseason games. |
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