Manning shed Papa John’s franchises prior to chain’s NFL split
Former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning sold 31 Denver-area Papa John's stores last week, three days before the NFL replaced the chain as its official pizza sponsor.
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Pacers name new PR chief to replace retiring Bill Benner
A Fishers native and Butler University graduate has been hired to succeed senior vice president Bill Benner, a longtime fixture in the local sports community.
Local investigation firm faces suit over evidence in Manning doping probe
The case involves a probe Phenix Investigations Inc. conducted in 2015 after former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and other star athletes were accused of using performance-enhancing drugs.
Colts decide to let running back Gore leave in free agency
General manager Chris Ballard announced Wednesday the Colts do not intend to re-sign the 34-year-old, soon-to-be free agent, who is ranked No. 5 in National Football League career rushing.
Pizza Hut replaces Papa John’s as NFL’s pizza sponsor
The NFL announced a multiyear marketing deal with Pizza Hut on Wednesday, one day after the league and Papa John’s said that they mutually agreed to cut ties.
Papa John’s to end NFL deal as new CEO confronts sluggish sales
The NFL partnership has been strained since Papa John’s founder John Schnatter slammed the league in November, saying that declining ratings had hurt sales. He also said that Commissioner Roger Goodell mishandled the national anthem controversy.
UPDATE: Colts’ Vinatieri gets new deal, chance to set scoring record
Kicker Adam Vinatieri has signed a one-year contract extension with the Indianapolis Colts. And, at 45, he could break the NFL's career scoring record next season.
Luck tells Colts fans he feels better, rules out more surgery
If all goes well, three-time NFL Pro Bowl quarterback Andrew Luck might return from his shoulder injury in time for the start of April’s offseason workouts, he said Tuesday.
A backup choice, Reich embracing role as new Colts coach
When the Indianapolis Colts offered Frank Reich a chance to be their second choice as head coach, the super sub figured it was the perfect it. “The backup role has suited me well in my career,” he joked Tuesday at his introductory news conference.
Prosecutor criticizes Trump for politicizing death of Colts player
Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry, a Democrat, blasted President Donald Trump on Wednesday for tweeting about the case of a suspect who’d been deported from the country and charged in a drunken crash that killed linebacker Edwin Jackson and another man.
McDaniels staying in New England, won’t become Colts head coach
The Colts had scheduled a press conference for Wednesday to announce Josh McDaniels' hiring.
Trump calls death of Colts player one of many ‘preventable tragedies’
President Donald Trump tweeted that it was "disgraceful" that an Indianapolis Colts linebacker was killed in a suspected drunken-driving crash by a person who was in the U.S. illegally.
Colts agree to terms with Patriots’ McDaniels for head coach gig
McDaniels, 41, has been one of the NFL’s most coveted coaching talents since returning to New England as offensive coordinator in 2012. Since then, the Pats have reached six consecutive conference championship games and won two Super Bowls.
Prices for wings come back down to earth
Intense demand for chicken wings from a growing roster of retailers drove up prices last year. Restaurateurs like Buffalo Wild Wings are relieved that supply has normalized again, just in time for the Super Bowl.
Fox lands Thursday night football games for five years
Fox announced Wednesday that it will televise 11 Thursday-night NFL games annually from Week 4 to Week 15, with simulcasts on NFL Network and Fox Deportes.
Indy Eleven to play home season at Lucas Oil this year
No financial details were available early this morning, but the agreement comes just weeks after the team said it will switch leagues.
Fallout from sports doctor scandal continues to spread
Michigan State University’s athletic director tendered his resignation on Friday, and U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said her agency is investigating and will hold MSU accountable for any violations of federal law.
Falcons break rules for stadium food prices, pleased with response
When the Atlanta Falcons announced food prices at their new $1.5 billion stadium—$2 hot dogs and sodas, $3 nachos, $5 beer—fans loved it, and people in other cities are pushing their local ownership groups to follow suit.
Colts closing in on deal to hire McDaniels, source says
A person familiar with the negotiations said Monday the Indianapolis Colts are “close” to reaching a deal that would make New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels their next head coach.
WNDE sacks ‘Flagrant Foul’ morning sports show with Stuck, Gunn
After less than a year on the air, the local drive-time show has been replaced by a nationally syndicated program. Ratings indicate it struggled to gain ground on a rival broadcast.