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Can Colts find trading partner at the NFL League Meetings?

Lets set aside our differing views on the construction of the 2026 version of the Colts to this point. We can do a lot of complaining or hyping, depending on your current level of satisfaction. Even though I am okay with the steps taken so far, I do not think that it is a stretch […]

Could Colts trading for Vikings edge Jonathan Greenard be missing offseason move?

After reportedly missing out on Trey Hendrickson, the Indianapolis Colts appear to remain very active in the impact pass rushing edge market, where there’s still a glaring hole this offseason opposite Laiatu Latu. Recently, the Colts have been connected as a potential trade partner with the Minnesota Vikings for their standout pass rusher Jonathan Greenard—among […]

Colts Reacts Survey Results

The Indianapolis Colts completed their two top priorities entering NFL free agency two weeks ago, re-signing both starting quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce—albeit at arguably inflated rates. That being said, the Colts couldn’t afford to reasonably lose either top player, given the lack of suitable internal replacements, although one could make the […]

Colts “March Madness”: Dark horse contenders

Only four teams can claim a number one seed each year and rarely do we ever see all of them make it to the Final Four. There are plenty of options for true contenders smattered throughout the rest of the two, three, four, and even five seeds. For the Indianapolis Colts, these contenders are moves […]

Colts Reacts Survey

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Colts fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Please take our survey

Colts “March Madness”: The number one seeds

March Madness is here and with it comes a high level of excitement and a warm welcome to the chaos. The more unpredictable, the better the tournament can be. The most stable picks are usually the number one seeds. These are the top dogs that have run the gauntlet in the toughest conferences. In the […]

Colts former longtime WR great T.Y. Hilton officially announces retirement

Former Indianapolis Colts wideout great T.Y. Hilton took to Twitter (or X?) to officially announce his retirement, having not played professional football since 2022. Now 36-years-old, the 11-year veteran formally finishes his highly productive pro career with 638 receptions for 9,812 total receiving yards (15.4 ypr. avg.) and 53 touchdown receptions during 146 career games […]

Colts reportedly add WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, LB Akeem Davis-Gaither in free agency

According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the Indianapolis Colts have made two more free agent signings, inking former Miami Dolphins wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Arizona Cardinals linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither to new deals: Regarding Westbrook-Ikhine, the former undrafted free agent out of IU initially began his career as a member of the Tennessee Titans (2020-24), but […]

Who should be the Colts backup QB this year?

Since much of the hoopla of the free agent frenzy is behind us, I thought that I would look at who you prefer to be Daniel Jones’ backup. Given DJ’s contract, there is no longer a QB competition, only a battle to see who plays in those games that Jones can’t. We won’t know until […]

Colts Film Breakdown: Juanyeh Thomas

After letting Nick Cross sign with the Commanders, on a very reasonable deal, the Colts signed Juanyeh Thomas— a former UDFA from the Cowboys. Thomas played three years with the Cowboys and only started four games in that span. I was shocked to see the Colts part ways with Nick Cross, especially after seeing what […]

Position Mastery: Interior Defensive Linemen

The draft is under three months away, and interior defensive line is one of the easiest positions to misunderstand if you only look at statistics. Sack totals can be misleading, and even tackle numbers don’t always tell the full story. Some interior defenders are asked to penetrate. Others are asked to eat double teams. Some […]

Report: Colts sign former Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt to one-year deal

The Indianapolis Colts are signing former Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt to a one-year deal. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero was first to report the move. Taylor-Britt, a former second-round pick in 2022, spent his first four seasons with the Bengals. In his four seasons with Cincinnati, the 26-year-old cornerback appeared in 38 games and recorded […]

Colts sign a pair of intriguing depth pieces

Indianapolis, IN — The Indianapolis Colts announced they have signed veteran defensive tackle Jerry Tillery and undrafted free agent tight end Carson Towt. Both players represent opposite sides of the spectrum in experience, yet both are facing similar expectations upon signing. These are rather inconsequential signings as far as the grand scheme goes, but competition […]

Report: Former Colts center Danny Pinter agrees to one-year deal with Ravens

Former Colts center Danny Pinter will be playing professional football elsewhere in 2026. On Tuesday, Pinter agreed to a deal with the Baltimore Ravens, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. According to The Athletic’s Jeff Zrebiec, Pinter agreed to a one-year, $2.25 million deal that’s worth up to $2.75 million. Pinter was drafted by the Colts […]

Colts retained top free agent priorities, but have they actually improved so far?

Now that the first frenzied waves of NFL free agency have ended, we can now safely see where the Indianapolis Colts stand—with the initial dust having finally settled: Re-Signings QB Daniel Jones: 2-years, $88 million WR Alec Pierce: 4-years, $114 million WR Laquon Treadwell TE Mo Alie-Cox TE Drew Ogletree Signings Edge Arden Key: 2-years, […]

Colts are hoping the luck of the Irish comes through

It’s Saint Patrick’s Day! Today is celebrated by many by enjoying a pint, wearing green, or preparing a heaping plate of corned beef and cabbage. While all of those are associated with the day and the Irish themselves, stereotypes or not, one of the biggest associations is luck. As the 2026 offseason comes into full […]

Raiders announce signing of another Colts free agent defender

On Monday, it was announced that Indianapolis Colts free agent linebacker Segun Olubi had reached a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders—by his new team: Originally signed by the San Francisco 49ers in 2022 as an undrafted free agent, the 26-year-old linebacker has spent the last four seasons in Indianapolis. During 51 career games (2 […]

Your weekly dose of Colts optimism

It has come to my attention that I lean towards giving our GM more credit than he deserves. I’ll admit that given the massive amounts of blame placed at CB’s feet, going against the flow might paint me in that apologist light. I thought I was pretty clear that I was ready to move on, […]

Big Block Alie-Cox is Back!

Mo Alie-Cox’s tenure continues for another year. On Saturday evening news broke that the former VCU Rams Forward turned NFL Tight End re-signed on a 1 year deal with his only NFL team of his career. From his humble practice squad origins learning the game of football in 2017, to backing up Jack Doyle and […]

Report: New trade suitor emerges from shadows for Colts QB Anthony Richardson Sr.

According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, a new trade suitor, the Green Bay Packers, have emerged from the shadows regarding Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. Richardson and his representation already been granted permission by the team to seek a trade. However, no such deal appears imminent after the dust begins to settle from the first […]

Colts bring back veteran wideout Laquon Treadwell

The Indianapolis Colts announced on Friday that the team has re-signed veteran wideout Laquon Treadwell for the 2026 regular season: Initially a first round pick of the Minnesota Vikings back in 2016, the 30-year-old veteran wideout has been well traveled in his NFL career, having also spent time with the Atlanta Falcons, Jacksonville Jaguars, New […]

Colts reportedly re-sign tight end Drew Ogletree

According to Fox59/CBS4’s Mike Chappell, the Indianapolis Colts have re-signed tight end Drew Ogletree, meaning one of their best blockers at the position will be back: Initially selected by the Colts in the 6th round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the 6,’5”, 260 pound tight end makes it to a 2nd contract in Indianapolis. During […]

Top 7 best Free Agent Edge Rushers still available for the Colts

Colts have made a pair of depth signings already at defensive end, with Arden Key looking like a potential upgrade in pressure generation (11.2% Pressure Rate in 2025) from the Samson Ebukam (9.8%), Kwity Paye (9.6%), and Tyquan Lewis (8%) trio in 2025, and Micheal Clemons providing depth in run defense with his size, power, […]

Report: Colts sign safety Juanyeh Thomas to 1-year deal

The Indianapolis Colts continued reshaping their secondary Friday, agreeing to sign free agent safety Juanyeh Thomas on a one-year deal that gives the young defender a new opportunity to compete for a starting role. Thomas spent the first three seasons of his NFL career with the Dallas Cowboys, appearing in 36 games while carving out […]