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On a day dominated by NFL free agency news, there were several trades that went down around the league as well. Arguably, the biggest player swap was the Michael Pittman Jr. trade, which sent the veteran Indianapolis Colts wide receiver to the Pittsburgh Steelers. While the exact details for Pittsburgh sent to Indy aren’t available […]

With the Indianapolis Colts putting the transition tag on Daniel Jones, which is a rarity to be seen for a quarterback, the latest reporting gives insight into the contract that the former New York Giants star was looking for. As the rumors will surround the Colts, especially regarding Jones’ future, it looks like the quarterback […]

NFL free agency is upon us, as many players are verbally committing to teams before the March 11 season start date. However, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Indianapolis Colts agree on a blockbuster trade involving a star receiver. The Colts are trading Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers minutes after signing Alec Pierce to a monster […]

The Indianapolis Colts were in trouble of losing Alec Pierce in free agency, as it was expected that he would test the market. In the end, it looks like Pierce didn’t want to leave, and he still got a huge contract from the Colts, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. “Free agent WR Alec Pierce […]

The Indianapolis Colts are losing the heartbeat of their defense, but Zaire Franklin is making sure he says goodbye the right way. Following a surprising blockbuster trade that sent the star linebacker to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for defensive tackle Colby Wooden, Franklin took to social media to pen an emotional farewell to […]

The Indianapolis Colts really want to keep wide receiver Alec Pierce on the team. Indy’s young wide receiver is one of the hottest names in this year’s free agency cycle. He is in for a major payday, but it remains to be seen if that will happen in Indianapolis or elsewhere. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler explained […]

On an otherwise unsuspecting Saturday, the Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts made the rare player-for-player trade, swapping Zaire Franklin and Colby Wooden just before the start of the 2026 NFL league year. That’s right, as teams assemble their free agency boards, make sure their books are in good spots, and decide which position they […]

The Green Bay Packers are not waiting until free agency to add a linebacker; instead, they addressed the issue in the trade market. The Packers acquired Zaire Franklin from the Indianapolis Colts to seemingly replace leading tackler Quay Walker. The Packers and Colts agreed to the deal on Saturday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported. Green Bay […]

Last year, center Ryan Kelly was with the Minnesota Vikings. However, he will forever be a part of the Indianapolis Colts. On Friday, Kelly decided to retire after 10 seasons in the NFL. He made it official on X, formerly Twitter. “10 seasons. What an incredible ride it was. I was blessed to be around […]

The Indianapolis Colts’ offseason has seen some interesting twists, and one player sees the value of keeping their premier free agent. But a teammate who may not be around is a former Pro Bowl linebacker that the Colts are rumored to be looking to trade. Active talks are in progress, according to a post on […]

The Indianapolis Colts face a major decision as one of their key receivers approaches free agency. Wide receiver Alec Pierce stressed that his future role will be a critical factor in any potential contract extension or new deal. Pierce, who recently completed his fourth season with the Colts, addressed the situation during an appearance on […]

Trey Hendrickson is headed towards free agency. Last season, the Cincinnati Bengals star pass-rusher did not hit the open market due to the franchise tag. It was a messy situation, but Hendrickson ended up still playing on the franchise tag contract given to him. Now, though, Cincinnati has decided not to give Hendrickson the tag […]

Indianapolis Colts defensive back Sauce Gardner is willing to do something illegal to ensure that wide receiver Alec Pierce stays in town — jokingly, of course. Amid news that Pierce could test the waters of the NFL free agency, Gardner hopped on social media and shared his hilarious plan. “Should I lock Alec Pierce in […]

The Minnesota Vikings have some questions that they’re going to have to answer this offseason, and one of them involves the quarterback position. After a not-so-great year from J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings are looking to bring in more talent at the position, and they’ve had their eyes on some players that are a long shot, […]

For the Indianapolis Colts, the 2026 NFL Draft begins with building a meaningful class without a first-round pick. That selection was shipped away in the blockbuster trade that brought All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner to Indianapolis. That move signaled the franchise’s commitment to competing immediately. However, the trade also places additional pressure on general manager Chris […]

One of the top wide receivers on the free agent market, Indianapolis Colts standout Alec Pierce finds himself in a complicated situation. And if he hits free agency, he could be a game-changer. A deal to stay in Indianapolis “feels possible,” but there’s a catch, according to ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder. “Update on Colts […]

The Indianapolis Colts made waves on Tuesday by placing a transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones. That move appears to now impact some other Colts players, including wide receiver Alec Pierce. “With Daniel Jones getting the transition tag, the Colts cannot tag free-agent-to-be WR Alec Pierce. But the Colts still hope to work out long-term […]

The Indianapolis Colts have some major decisions to make this offseason, with one of the big questions revolving around quarterback Daniel Jones. Jones was off to an MVP-level start to the 2025 campaign before a devastating Achilles injury sidelined him midway through the year. Now, the Colts have made a big decision regarding Jones’ future […]

As star defensive back Sauce Gardner’s future is now with the Indianapolis Colts, it comes after he was traded from the New York Jets, where he had been a foundational piece to the team’s defense. While Gardner’s time with the Jets has come to an end, he hasn’t been shy about giving them props, especially […]

Oftentimes in NFL free agency, the very best players set to hit the open market are franchise tagged by their respective teams, meaning some of the best would-be available players don’t even really have the chance to join a new team. That trend is starting to change, though. Last year, only Trey Smith and Tee […]

The Colts are facing a critical 2026 offseason as they aim to secure the futures of quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce. After starting the 2025 season with an impressive 8-2 record, the team’s momentum was abruptly halted by Jones’ season-ending Achilles injury. Now, the front office must work to retain both players. […]

The NFL can be an interesting world, and the shocking trade possibility of Anthony Richardson to the Minnesota Vikings is part of it. And perhaps the Vikings are interested since they don’t want Kirk Cousins. But watch for a Vikings-Colts trade that makes Richardson the competition for JJ McCarthy, according to a post on X […]

The Indianapolis Colts are currently in the midst of a highly important offseason for the future direction of the franchise. The Colts had a roller coaster season in 2025, seeing quarterback Daniel Jones play at an MVP level for the first half of the year before going down with a devastating Achilles injury. Jones was […]

The Indianapolis Colts have a major decision to make around Daniel Jones this offseason. Jones, an offseason pickup by the team last season, was playing at a high level to start the year. At one point, the Colts were 8-1 and were leading the AFC. However, a torn Achilles ended Jones’ Cinderella season, and with […]

The Indianapolis Colts learned the hard way in 2025 that fast starts mean nothing without finishers on defense. For 10 weeks, they looked like a legitimate AFC South powerhouse. For seven weeks after that, they looked like a team scrambling for answers. Indy’s offense flashed explosiveness. The running game was historic. The wide receivers delivered. […]

When free agency starts in the NFL, one of the most interesting names on the market will be Alec Pierce. The Indianapolis Colts’ wide receiver is becoming available this offseason and will command a big payday due to what the market looks like. The Colts are going to try to keep him, but given what […]

The Indianapolis Colts should feel the pressure to have a strong 2026 offseason. Indy looked like a Cinderella team in 2025, starting the regular season 8-2. But Daniel Jones’ season-ending Achilles injury stopped the Colts from making a late-season push for the playoffs. Now the Colts face the tough task of retaining a few important […]

The Indianapolis Colts face one major decision at the beginning of the 2026 offseason. Indy has been working on extending QB Daniel Jones after his impressive run during the first half of the 2025 season. The Colts will want to figure out the contract situation for their starting quarterback before addressing the rest of the […]

The 2025 season was a tale of two very different halves for the Indianapolis Colts. After winning a quarterback competition over Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones went on to lead the NFL’s top offense. He dropped the bust label in the process and proved he could be Indianapolis’ long-term signal-caller. Unfortunately, the Colts’ season went to […]

The Indianapolis Colts were one of the most fascinating teams in the NFL during the 2025 season. Indy dominated the first half of the season with QB Daniel Jones playing like an MVP. But his season-ending Achilles injury completely sunk the Colts and they ended up missing the playoffs. The theme of Indy’s offseason needs […]

Few teams enter draft season carrying emotional whiplash quite like the Indianapolis Colts. For half of 2025, they looked like the AFC’s most dangerous sleeper. By January, though, they were a cautionary tale. That dramatic swing has turned the 2026 NFL Draft into a veritable recalibration. Chris Ballard and Shane Steichen now have to restore […]

The Cincinnati Bengals find themselves at a critical crossroads this offseason regarding the future of their defensive anchor, Trey Hendrickson. Following a frustrating 2025 season marked by defensive inconsistencies and Joe Burrow’s injury, the team must decide whether to invest significant resources in the 31-year-old veteran or let him go. According to Mike Garafolo, via […]

The 2026 offseason is going to be a hectic one in the NFL. Tyreek Hill was just released by the Miami Dolphins, meaning one of the best receivers of the 21st century will hit the open market and join a unique free agent class. The 2026 NFL Draft is also right around the corner. It […]

The Indianapolis Colts will face some tough decisions during the 2026 offseason. The Colts were one of the NFL’s best teams early in the season. In fact, they entered their bye week at 8-2 and seemed on top of the world. But a season-ending Achilles injury for Daniel Jones torpedoed the season and forced Indy […]

The Indianapolis Colts are hiring Marion Hobby as their defensive line coach, reuniting him with defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz reported Wednesday night. Hobby brings a wealth of experience from both the NFL and college football ranks, including a formative stretch with the Cincinnati Bengals from 2021 to 2024. During his time […]

The Indianapolis Colts are entering the 2026 offseason with a clear objective to retain quarterback Daniel Jones despite a devastating Achilles injury that cut his 2025 MVP-caliber campaign short. According to Tom Pelissero, the organization intends to initiate discussions on a multi-year extension, though the franchise tag remains a viable secondary option to ensure he […]

The Indianapolis Colts had a disappointing 2025 season. Indianapolis kept Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard despite the team’s terrible late-season collapse. Now the Colts have plenty of tough questions to answer about their future, headlined by the quarterback position. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero gave an update on the Colts’ quarterback plans ahead of the 2026 […]

It’s rare to see a team so high up on the mountain fall so far down the way that they did in 2025. The Indianapolis Colts looked as if they could win a Super Bowl before Daniel Jones got hurt. The team was 7-1 and missed the playoffs. That just does not happen unless you […]

One of the Indianapolis Colts organization’s newest stars shared a revealing story on Thursday, showcasing the team’s emphasis on accountability. Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner reflected on a humbling introduction to his new team while speaking during Super Bowl LX media availability. The moment occurred shortly after his arrival in Indianapolis following a blockbuster midseason trade […]