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Colts | Michael Pittman back on field Wed Aug 20, 03:17 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. (undisclosed) is participating in practice Wednesday, Aug. 20.
| Footballguys view: Pittman missed practice on Tuesday, but he's back out there on Wednesday. That means it's just a minor issue. Pittman did have a groin injury that was tweaked earlier in camp. With Daniel Jones at quarterback, Pittman should be the favorite target. He has a current ADP of WR49 and could outperform that spot. |
Colts | Indianapolis makes several roster moves Tue Aug 19, 08:04 PM
The Indianapolis Colts signed CB Xavien Howard, LBs Jake Chaney and Joseph Vaughn Monday, Aug. 18, and OT Blake Freeland (leg), LB Jacob Phillips (undisclosed) and S Hunter Wohler (foot) on the reserve/injured list.
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Colts | Hunter Wohler has Lisfranc injury Tue Aug 19, 08:02 PM
Indianapolis Colts S Hunter Wohler (foot) suffered a Lisfranc injury in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16 against the Green Bay Packers, according to a source. He was placed on the reserve/injured list Tuesday, Aug. 19.
Link to story Colts | Ashton Dulin leaves practices Tue Aug 19, 07:47 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Ashton Dulin (undisclosed) left practice Tuesday, Aug. 19 due to an undisclosed ailment.
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Colts | Tyler Goodson avoids major injury Tue Aug 19, 07:32 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Tyler Goodson (elbow) left the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16 against the Green Bay Packers, but all indications are that he escaped a major injury.
Link to story Colts | Two return to practice Tuesday Tue Aug 19, 07:32 PM
Indianapolis Colts CB Kenny Moore II (knee) and OT Bernhard Raimann (ankle) returned to practice Tuesday, Aug. 19.
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Colts | Jason Bean, Riley Leonard to split QB reps Tue Aug 19, 07:29 PM
Indianapolis Colts QBs Jason Bean and Riley Leonard will take all of the quarterback reps in the preseason finale Saturday, Aug. 23 against the Cincinnati Bengals, with QBs Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson rested.
Link to story Colts | Alec Pierce back on the field Tue Aug 19, 04:01 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (groin) is participating in practice Tuesday, Aug. 19.
Link to story Colts | No practice for Josh Downs Tue Aug 19, 03:56 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (hamstring) is not participating in practice Tuesday, Aug. 19.
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Colts | Michael Pittman sitting out Tuesday Tue Aug 19, 03:47 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. (undisclosed) is not participating in practice Tuesday, Aug. 19.
Link to story Colts | Anthony Richardson's Future With Colts Uncertain Tue Aug 19, 10:20 AM
With Daniel Jones named the starter in Indianapolis, Anthony Richardson is left with an uncertain future. The Colts have publicly said he did not need to win the quarterback battle to have a future in Indianapolis, but it's unclear where he goes from here.
| Footballguys view: Could Richardson move back into the lineup quickly? Steichen is not planning for this to be a short-term arrangement for Jones. "He's the starting QB for the season," Steichen said in announcing the former Giant as his starter. "I don't want to have a short leash on that." The Colts will be required to make a decision on Richardson's fifth-year team option for the 2027 season. We'll be watching this one closely. |
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Colts | Daniel Jones named the starter Tue Aug 19, 10:19 AM
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones was named the starting quarterback by head coach Shane Steichen Tuesday, Aug. 19.
| Footballguys view: Jones emerges from a preseason competition with Richardson to take command of the Colts' offense with less than three weeks left until the season opener against the Dolphins. Jones and Richardson had previously split reps with the Colts' first-team offense in practice and two preseason games; Jones will now proceed forward in practice with the Colts' starters. Steichen has said since the spring that a major determining factor in the Colts' quarterback competition is consistency. Richardson has been anything but that in his previous two seasons. We'll see if Jones can get enough done to hold the job. |
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Colts | Xavien Howard to Indy Mon Aug 18, 11:29 AM
Free-agent CB Xavien Howard (Dolphins) agreed to an undisclosed deal with the Indianapolis Colts Monday, Aug. 18.
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Colts | Hunter Wohler exits with foot injury Sun Aug 17, 10:42 AM
Indianapolis Colts S Hunter Wohler (foot) left the preseason game versus the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Aug. 16, due to a foot injury. He did not return to action.
Link to story Colts | Groin issue for Braden Smith Sun Aug 17, 09:03 AM
Indianapolis Colts OT Braden Smith (groin) suffered a groin injury during the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16, and has been ruled out.
| Footballguys view: Smith is a good right tackle, but he has missed at least five games in three of the last four years. The Colts also lost Blake Freeland, a 2023 fourth round pick who was competing for the swing tackle job. The offensive line could be thin for the season opener against Miami, who will be starting an 100% new secondary in Week 1. |
Colts | Tyler Goodson leaves early Sun Aug 17, 09:03 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB Tyler Goodson (elbow) suffered an elbow injury during the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16, and has been ruled out.
| Footballguys view: This could be the last domino leading to fifth round rookie DJ Giddens winning the backup running back job. Giddens has had a good summer and already has appeared to pass Khalil Herbert on the depth chart. If Jonathan Taylor misses time, Giddens will have fantasy value. |
Colts | Serious injury for Blake Freeland Sat Aug 16, 10:20 PM
Updating a previous report, Indianapolis Colts OT Blake Freeland (leg) suffered a fractured leg during the preseason game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Aug. 16, according to head coach Shane Steichen.
Link to story Colts | Coach close to naming starting QB? Sat Aug 16, 05:38 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson and QB Daniel Jones have been competing for the starting quarterback job during training camp, and head coach Shane Steichen said hopes to make a decision shortly.
| Footballguys view: Jones started Saturday's preseason game vs. the Packers, playing 15 snaps over two drives and completing 7-of-11 passes for 101 yards. Richardson followed, playing 24 snaps and going 6-of-11 for 73 yards, with a 38-yard strike wiped out by a penalty. Steichen emphasized that evaluations go beyond the stats to include huddle communication, checks, and operational consistency as key factors in the Colts' decision-making process. We still expect Richardson to get the nod, but we'll be watching for the final call and will pass it along when the announcement is made. |
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Colts | Blake Freeland carted off Sat Aug 16, 02:08 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT Blake Freeland (leg) was carted off the field after suffering an apparent lower leg injury during the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16.
Link to story Colts | Downs hurts hamstring Thu Aug 14, 05:23 PM
Colts WR Josh Downs left practice on Thursday complaining about pain in his hamstring.
| Footballguys view: As good as Downs is, with a preseason hamstring injury and one of the worst quarterback situations in the league, it will be difficult to take him near ADP. This does make Michael Pittman and Tyler Warren more palatable at ADP, and opens a door for Adonai Mitchell to hit early as a late pick after having an outstanding camp that has observers buzzing about his potential. |
Colts | Josh Downs suffers injury Thu Aug 14, 04:37 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (hamstring) left practice early Thursday, Aug. 14, because of a hamstring injury.
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Colts | D.J. Montgomery placed on IR Wed Aug 13, 06:56 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR DJ Montgomery (undisclosed) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Aug. 13.
Link to story Colts | Alec Pierce sits out Mon Aug 11, 07:16 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (groin) did not participate in practice Monday, Aug. 11.
Link to story Colts | Daniel Jones to start second preseason game Mon Aug 11, 04:18 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones will start the second preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16 against the Green Bay Packers, head coach Shane Steichen said Sunday, Aug. 10.
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Colts | Khalil Herbert misses another practice Sun Aug 10, 10:37 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Khalil Herbert (undisclosed) missed his second straight practice Sunday, Aug. 10 due to an undisclosed injury.
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Colts | Two defenders battling injuries Sun Aug 10, 06:56 PM
Indianapolis Colts S Nick Cross (hip flexor) and DE Kwity Paye (groin) did not practice Sunday, Aug. 10 due to assorted injuries.
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Colts | Alec Pierce battling groin injury Sun Aug 10, 06:49 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (groin) is dealing with a groin injury, which he suffered in practice on Sunday, Aug. 10.
Link to story Colts | Anthony Richardson won't start Saturday Sun Aug 10, 06:09 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (finger) will not start the second preseason game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Aug. 16, but he is scheduled to come off the bench.
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Colts | Kenny Moore II leaves practice early Sun Aug 10, 05:30 PM
Indianapolis Colts CB Kenny Moore II (undisclosed) left practice early Sunday, Aug. 10, and went to the locker room, presumably for treatment.
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Colts | Alec Pierce nursing lower-body issue Sun Aug 10, 05:27 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (lower body) left practice Sunday, Aug. 10, and he went to the locker room with an apparent lower-body injury. He returned, did some agility work, then limped off and was taken inside by cart.
Link to story Colts | Anthony Richardson on field Saturday Sat Aug 9, 09:23 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (finger) fully participated in practice Saturday, Aug. 9.
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Colts | Anthony Richardson likely to resume practicing Sat Aug 9, 11:33 AM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (finger) is expected to resume practicing Saturday, Aug. 9, according to multiple sources.
| Footballguys view: The X-rays on Richardson's dislocated pinky finger came back positive, so he may not miss as much time as originally feared. Richardson is competing with Daniel Jones to be the starting quarterback for the Colts. While he may be more naturally talented than Jones, Richardson tends to get banged up quite a bit. |
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Colts | Nay'Quan Wright signed Fri Aug 8, 06:56 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB Nay'Quan Wright (South Florida) signed with the Indianapolis Colts Friday, Aug. 8. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also placed RB Salvon Ahmed (ankle) on the Reserve/Injured list.
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Colts | Nate Noel joining Colts Fri Aug 8, 05:36 PM
Free-agent RB Nate Noel (Dolphins) agreed to terms with the Indianapolis Colts Friday, Aug. 8. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Colts | Salvon Ahmed to miss season Fri Aug 8, 05:33 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Salvon Ahmed (ankle) will miss the 2025 season because of an ankle injury he suffered during practice.
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Colts | Indy works out two running backs Fri Aug 8, 05:23 PM
Free-agent RB Micah Bernard (Titans) and RB Nate Noel (Dolphins) recently worked out for the Indianapolis Colts.
Link to story Colts | Adonai Mitchell solid in preseason opener Fri Aug 8, 05:00 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Adonai Mitchell had a pair of receptions for 37 yards on six targets in the preseason opener Thursday, Aug. 7 against the Baltimore Ravens.
| Footballguys view: Mitchell has had a great summer and pushed up his dynasty stock. For redraft leagues, he is probably the team's #4 option at best in the passing game and only worth a spot on our waiver wire watch list. |
Colts | Tyler Warren makes three receptions Fri Aug 8, 05:00 PM
Indianapolis Colts TE Tyler Warren registered three receptions for 40 yards on his three targets in the preseason opener Thursday, Aug. 7 against the Baltimore Ravens.
| Footballguys view: Warren played all 20 snaps on the Colts first three drives and had a fourth catch called back by penalty. We shouldn't read too much into the heavy target load because the Colts top three wideouts didn't play, but we already knew the team wanted to give him a big role from day one. That Warren was the clear #1 tight end should only solidify his status as one of the best upside tight ends to target after the top 8-9 are off of the board. |
Colts | DJ Giddens stuck in neutral Fri Aug 8, 05:00 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB DJ Giddens rushed six times for just 17 yards in the preseason opener against the Baltimore Ravens, and he had no receptions on one target.
| Footballguys view: Giddens appears to have moved ahead of Khalil Herbert on the depth chart and rotated with Tyler Goodson when the first team offense was on the field. The team likes their fifth round rookie, so don't be surprised if Giddens is backing up Jonathan Taylor to open the season. |
Colts | Anthony Richardson suffers finger injury Fri Aug 8, 05:00 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (finger) left the preseason opener Thursday, Aug. 7 against the Baltimore Ravens due to a finger injury suffered on a sack. He attempted to grip the ball on the sideline, but was having issues. He has been ruled out for the remainder of the game.
| Footballguys view: Richardson's injury is considered to be minor, and not expected to sideline him for long. It was still not comforting to see him have to leave his first preseason start with an injury. He had some good, some bad in his limited snaps, which is true to his career to date. Daniel Jones wasn't very good in relief of Richardson, and isn't putting pressure on him in this quarterback battle. |
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Colts | Justin Walley to miss 2025 season Fri Aug 8, 02:51 PM
Indianapolis Colts CB Justin Walley (knee) suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament during the preseason game Thursday, Aug. 7, and will miss the entire 2025 season.
| Footballguys view: Some thought Walley was on track to be a Week 1 starter as a rookie, so this is a significant loss. The Dolphins speedy wide receivers will test the Colts corners without Walley to open the season. |
Colts | Anthony Richardson may return soon Fri Aug 8, 01:43 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (finger) could return to practice as soon as Saturday, Aug. 9, despite suffering a dislocated finger during the preseason game Thursday, Aug. 7, according to sources.
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Colts | Anthony Richardson day to day Fri Aug 8, 09:50 AM
Updating previous reports, Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (finger) is day to day after X-rays on his dislocated finger came back negative. He should return to practice in a few days.
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Colts | Khalil Herbert scores in preseason opener Thu Aug 7, 10:23 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Khalil Herbert rushed seven times for 29 yards and a touchdown in the preseason opener Thursday, Aug. 7 against the Baltimore Ravens, and he had no receptions on one target.
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Colts | Daniel Jones inaccurate in preseason opener Thu Aug 7, 10:18 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones completed 10-of-21 passes for 144 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions in the preseason opener Thursday, Aug. 7 against the Baltimore Ravens.
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Colts | Anthony Richardson has dislocated finger Thu Aug 7, 09:03 PM
Updating a previous report, Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (finger) suffered a dislocated finger on a sack in the preseason opener Thursday, Aug. 7 against the Baltimore Ravens. 'It popped out, it popped back in,' head coach Shane Steichen said.
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Colts | Adonai Mitchell turning heads Wed Aug 6, 01:40 AM
Indianapolis Colts WR Adonai Mitchell put on a 'dominant' performance in a joint practice session with the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday, Aug. 5, according to ESPN's Stephen Holder, who referred to Mitchell as an 'emerging' player.
Link to story Colts | Anthony Richardson to start preseason game Tue Aug 5, 03:41 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson will be the starting quarterback for the preseason game Thursday, Aug. 7, according to head coach Shane Steichen. Steichen said QB Daniel Jones will start the second preseason game.
| Footballguys view: The Colts listed Richardson or Jones as their No. 1 quarterback on the depth chart released this week, and the plan for the next two weeks suggests things will stay that way through the second preseason game. It remains to be seen if that will be enough time for Steichen to make up his mind about the Week 1 game against the Dolphins, but the play of both quarterbacks will be closely watched until then. We believe the Colts want Richardson to win. But the fact they haven't made a decision suggests he truly has to earn the top spot. |
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Colts | Indy still undecided on starting QB Mon Aug 4, 01:15 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson and QB Daniel Jones have been competing for the starting quarterback job during training camp, and the team has listed Richardson or Jones as their No. 1 quarterback on their first unofficial depth chart.
| Footballguys view: The Colts list a starter at every position except quarterback. While he hasn't announced the starter for this week's preseason opener, HC Shane Steichen plans to give both quarterbacks plenty of work in the first two exhibition games before making a decision. Richardson has fallen short of expectations since the Colts took him No. 4 overall in the 2023 NFL draft, and the Colts signed Jones to a one-year contract to compete for the job. Still, it's fair to believe Richardson will be given every opportunity to emerge as their franchise QB if the competition is close. |
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Colts | Anthony Richardson to play good amount Mon Aug 4, 12:02 AM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson is expected to play a 'good amount' in the preseason opener Thursday, Aug. 7 against the Baltimore Ravens, head coach Shane Steichen said Sunday, Aug. 3.
| Footballguys view: The Colts are planning to start one quarterback against the Ravens and the other against the Packers to start the preseason, but it's not yet clear what the rotation will be. Meanwhile, Indianapolis Star beat writer Joel Erickson notes the red zone has given Richardson and Jones fits in the first two weeks of Colts training camp. For the second consecutive week, Indianapolis spent most of its Saturday time in the red zone, and the results have been underwhelming, particularly for Richardson. Richardson completed just 3 of 10 passes on Saturday. We'll continue to watch for more. |
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