NFL owners OK radical overhaul to kickoff rules, source says
There were 1,970 touchbacks on kickoffs last season that now could be returns under the new rule.
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NFL grants Colts marketing rights for Germany, Austria
The territories are the first international markets for Indianapolis since the league began its Global Markets Program in 2022.
QB Joe Flacco heading to Colts on 1-year, $4.5M deal, source says
Flacco is heading to the Indianapolis Colts after helping the Cleveland Browns reach the playoffs and winning the AP Comeback Player of the Year Award.
Colts make Kenny Moore II highest-paid nickel cornerback in NFL, sources say
Over the past two days, Colts General Manager Chris Ballard has agreed to three-year deals with four starters—receiver Michael Pittman Jr., defensive tackle Grover Stewart, linebacker Zaire Franklin and now Moore—totaling more than $140 million.
Colts QB Gardner Minshew agrees to deal with Raiders
Meanwhile, the Colts locked up top receiver Michael Pittman Jr. with a three-year $70 million deal and re-signed defensive tackle Grover Stewart and linebacker Zaire Franklin.
Colts place franchise tag on receiver Michael Pittman Jr.
Pittman last season became the fourth player in Colts history to catch 100 passes in a single season.
Former Colts star Dwight Freeney part of defensive-focused Pro Football Hall of Fame class
This year’s Pro Football Hall of Fame class includes elite pass rushers Freeney and Julius Peppers, linebacker Patrick Willis, receiver Andre Johnson and all-time Chicago Bears greats Devin Hester and Steve McMichael.
Colts owner says he’s ‘on the mend’ in brief message
Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay issued his first public message in nearly a month while recovering from a severe respiratory illness.
Jim Harbaugh returning to NFL to coach after leading Michigan to national title
Harbaugh, who nearly led the Indianapolis Colts to the Super Bowl as a player three decades ago, is leaving the University of Michigan after nine seasons as coach and a national championship.
Derek Schultz: Foundation over finish
Even if “foundation” wasn’t the f-word you were yelling after Gardner Minshew missed Tyler Goodson on the fateful fourth-down play that ended Indy’s hopes.
Anthony Richardson eager to get back on the field after missing most of 2023 with a shoulder injury
Richardson showed promise in his four starts. He completed 50 of 84 attempts with 577 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. He also ran 25 times for 136 yards and four scores.
Steichen’s new direction puts Colts on cusp of playoffs in his first season as coach
A fourth straight home victory on Saturday will give the Colts (9-7) another season sweep of Houston (9-7) and their first postseason appearance since 2020.
Colts’ Muhammad gets 6-game suspension for substance violation
Defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad will not be eligible for Indy’s five remaining regular-season games and he will either sit out next year’s season opener or a playoff game.
Former Colts punter Hunter Smith launches Statehouse bid
Smith said he would prioritize bipartisanship, “balance” and “dialogue,” and was also clear in calling himself a “pro-life conservative” and “pro-school choice.”
Mark Montieth: What’s fate got to do with it? Maybe everything for these Indiana sports legends
Fickle fate can lead people almost anywhere.
Colts waive three-time All-Pro Shaquille Leonard in surprising move
The decision to part ways with Leonard, the 2018 AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, comes shortly after he complained publicly about his decreased playing time this season.
Colts QB Anthony Richardson undergoes season-ending shoulder surgery
Team owner Jim Irsay said in a social-media post that the lengthy procedure took place in Los Angeles and doctors found what they expected. He said Richardson is doing well.
Colts QB Anthony Richardson opts for season-ending surgery
Coach Shane Steichen said the Colts consulted multiple medical officials, weighed the long-term health of Richardson and his future with the franchise before everyone agreed surgery was the best option.
Colts’ Grover Stewart suspended 6 games for violating NFL’s policy on performance-enhancers
Stewart has been a key part of Indy’s run defense since reshaping his body after being a 2017 fourth-round draft pick out of Albany State University in Georgia.
Irsay: Rookie QB Richardson ‘probably’ out for season with injury
Richardson missed his second full game of the season Sunday at Jacksonville, but he traveled with the team and wore a sling to protect his throwing shoulder while watching the Colts’ loss from the sideline.