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Tight end Eric Ebron is on the open market for the first time in his career after he was cut by the Detroit Lions on Wednesday. It hasn’t taken the 24-year-old former top-10 pick long to fill up his schedule of free-agent visits as he goes in search of a new home. Ebron will kick […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars have lost a number of contributors this offseason, with wide receiver Allen Robinson leaving for the Chicago Bears and Aaron Colvin signing with the Houston Texans. That doesn’t mean they haven’t been active, as Jacksonville has re-signed Marqise Lee, brought in star guard Andrew Norwell, and now they’re signing another playmaker in Donte […]

One of the glaring areas of need this offseason for the Indianapolis Colts surrounds their future at running back after the decision to let former Pro Bowler Frank Gore walk in free agency. This has put the franchise in position to start anew at the position with young talent to step into the role as […]

There are expected to be several intriguing players on the open market this offseason that could draw a sizeable amount of interest from around the league. New England Patriots running back Dion Lewis is anticipated to be among the vast amount of available talent. The 27-year-old isn’t expected to be brought back by the Patriots […]

When it comes to Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Donte Moncrief, his time with the team might be up as he’s set to become an unrestricted free agent next week. According to Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star, the Colts are unlikely to re-sign and will allow him to leave in free agency this offseason. “Moncrief […]

The battle between sports media giants ESPN and Fox Sports continues as both attempt to bring aboard former Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning. According to an article written this week by Michael McCarthy of Sporting News, ESPN and Fox Sports are both willing to pay Manning over a whopping $10 million per […]

Through much of the last decade, veteran cornerback Antonio Cromartie was one of the most dependable players at his position in the league. However, he was unable to latch onto a team this past season marking the first time in his NFL career that he didn’t play a single game. This had placed much uncertainty […]

Dion Lewis, formerly of the New England Patriots and free-agent-to-be, is already receiving interest from many teams across the league. According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, up to six or seven teams are already thinking about acquiring the services of one Mr. Lewis. The New York Jets, Houston Texans, San Francisco 49ers, Indianapolis […]

It has been an arduous path to recovery from shoulder surgery for Indianapolis Colts Pro Bowl quarterback Andrew Luck over that extended well beyond an entire year. This has entailed him experiencing several setbacks along the way that has only prolonged the process forcing him to miss the entire 2017 campaign. However, Luck finally appears […]

As has been speculated previously, the Indianapolis Colts will indeed not bring back veteran running back Frank Gore for next season. Colts GM Chris Ballard confirmed this to ESPN’s Mike Wells, saying he had already discussed that scenario with Gore even during the season. “We had a discussion. We had it multiple times during the […]

There is plenty of speculation regarding Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant’s  future with the team. As a result, there has been talk about his potential prospects going into the offseason. Bryant will undoubtedly be one of the biggest names on the market at his position. However, former three-time All-Pro wide receiver Reggie Wayne admitted […]

It’s kind of appropriate that new Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich has a Manning involved with the offense next season. It isn’t that Manning, though—or anyone related to Indianapolis’ favorite Manning. It’s Tom Manning, the former Iowa State offensive coordinator, and now the Colts new tight end coach. According to the Des Moines Register, Manning has […]

In the last several days, free agent veteran cornerback Vontae Davis has made his visiting tour around the league with a handful of teams. He has drawn significant interest from the likes of the Buffalo Bills, Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders, and San Francisco 49ers, who all possess the need to address their secondary. Davis is […]

In the last two-plus decades, kicker Adam Vinatieri has proven to be an ageless wonder in the NFL as one of the top players at his position. He has remained a highly dependable player that still possesses the strong desire to continue to play for a 23rd season in the league. Vinatieri’s unwavering passion for the […]

The Indianapolis Colts have undergone some major changes with their new coaching staff. As a result, a change in scheme was almost an inevitability. Among the notable changes the Colts will undergo is a switch from a 3-4 defense to a 4-3. In order to do so, new defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus says the team will need quicker player […]

Prior to the NFL trade deadline this during the 2017 campaign, there was some chatter surrounding veteran wide receiver Martavis Bryant of the Pittsburgh Steelers possibly being on the move. Ultimately, no trade was made even though all signs pointed to the Steelers parting ways with the talented wide receiver. However, nothing truly came about from […]

The Indianapolis Colts were so sure that New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels was going to be their next head coach, they let him hire assistants. As we all know now, McDaniels is still with the Patriots, and Frank Reich is the new Colts head coach, but new defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus remains. So— do […]

In the last few weeks, there has been plenty of chatter surrounding the recovery process for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck and where exactly he stands. Following the news that Luck has once again begun throwing, Ian Rapoport of The NFL Network has clarified that the 28-year-old has actually been tossing around weighed balls, and not […]

Following the completion of his 13th year in the league, veteran running back Frank Gore still has the strong desire to continue his NFL career as he’s set to hit the free agent market. This has put his future with the Indianapolis Colts into question, as he’s spent the last three years with the franchise. According […]

Legendary kicker Adam Vinatieri wanted to return for a 23rd NFL season. And apparently, so do the Indianapolis Colts. According to Bob Kravitz of WHTR, the 45-year-old is set to sign a one-year deal to remain with the Colts next season. BREAKING: Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri is very close to signing a one-year deal to […]

The offseason for the Indianapolis Colts got off to a bit of a rough start after the Josh McDaniels debacle. However, they quickly found their new head coach in Frank Reich. Reich’s first order of business will be getting quarterback Andrew Luck back on track for the 2018 NFL season. Fortunately, things are already looking up […]

Former New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri has put together an illustrious career that will one day land him in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Vinatieri will extend that at least one more year as he plans to return for his 23rd NFL season. Where he […]

A new team has emerged for the possible services of free agent cornerback Vontae Davis. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Davis flew out to San Francisco on Tuesday to meet with the 49ers. After visiting Buffalo and Cleveland, former Colts’ CB Vontae Davis is spending today with the 49ers as his free-agent tour continues, […]

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne will forever be immortalized by his franchise. The Colts announced that Wayne will be inducted into the team’s Ring of Honor at Lucas Oil Stadium during the 2018 season. “No one is more of a true Colt than Reggie Wayne,” Colts owner Jim Irsay said in a statement released […]

It has been a long and often frustrating recovery process from shoulder surgery over the last year for Indianapolis Colt star quarterback Andrew Luck. There finally appears to be a light at the end of the tunnel, as former Colts’ front office executive Bill Polian voiced on Monday that the 28-year-old is expected to be ready […]

The Indianapolis Colts found their man in head coach Frank Reich after Josh McDaniels backed out of his initial agreement. Although he may not have been their first choice, there is plenty of optimism that he could be the right one. Among the believers is former NFL head coach Tony Dungy. During an appearance on […]

The Indianapolis Colts are moving from the Josh McDaniels fiasco. The team recently hired Frank Reich to be Chuck Pagano’s successor after McDaniels pulled out of the running to remain with the New England Patriots. With a new head coach in place, superstar quarterback Andrew Luck had yet to chime in on the hiring of Reich […]

The Indianapolis Colts finally have their coaching staff for 2018 in place. Head coach Frank Reich has hired Nick Sirianni to be his offensive coordinator, although Reich will still call the plays on offense for the Colts. Reich envisions running a versatile offense in Indianapolis that will “change things up” in terms of their personnel, […]

The Indianapolis Colts were blindsided by Josh McDaniels’ decision to remain the offensive coordinator for the New England Patriots after agreeing to become their next head coach. Fortunately, thy found their man in former Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Frank Reich. Although Reich may not have been their first choice, there is plenty of optimism surrounding his […]

Frank Reich is set to embark on his next NFL coaching venture as the new head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. During his introductory press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Reich voiced his success with the Philadelphia Eagles has given him insight on what it takes to build a champion, according to Josh Alper of Pro Football […]

Over the last several seasons, the Indianapolis Colts’ overall success on the field has been largely dependent on the play of Pro Bowl quarterback Andrew Luck. However, during his introductory press conference on Tuesday afternoon ,new head coach Frank Reich said they must shift their philosophy so that the burden is placed on the entire […]

The Indianapolis Colts have officially brought abroad their next head coach in former Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Frank Reich. In his introductory press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Reich confirmed that he will assume the play-calling responsibilities for the 2018 season, according to Tom Pelissero of The NFL Network. Reich says he’ll call the offensive plays. […]

After being spurned by Josh McDaniels, the Indianapolis Colts turned to Frank Reich and gave the 56-year-old his very first opportunity to become an NFL head coach. Reich’s former head coach, Buffalo Bills great Marv Levy, is happy his old player is finally going to get his shot as a head coach. He believes Reich […]

It didn’t take long for newly-named Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich to find his offensive coordinator. The Colts are set to hire Los Angeles Chargers wide receivers coach Nick Sirianni to take charge of Reich’s offense, ESPN’s Field Yates reports. The Colts had already put in a request to interview Sirianni, who was reportedly […]

Although he was not initially pegged for the job, Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich has received a tremendous amount of praise for his recent hiring. Among his former players to offer their full-fledged support is Pat McAfee. The former punter spent a few seasons with Reich in Indianapolis from 2009-2011. Needless to say, McAfee expressed […]

The untimely death of Indianapolis Colts linebacker Edwin Jackson has brought on a somber mood to the team’s offseason, but team owner and CEO Jim Irsay is making sure that Jackson’s memory will live on. In a news released via the Colts’ official website, it was revealed that Irsay has initiated the setup of the […]

After the fiasco involving Josh McDaniels, the Indianapolis Colts have finally found their new head coach. Former Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Frank Reich has agreed to become the team’s successor to Chuck Pagano and during the process of his transition back to Indianapolis, the new head coach has received nothing but high praise. The latest to […]

For six years, cornerback Vontae Davis was a staple in the Indianapolis Colts’ secondary. That changed in 2017, when the two-time Pro Bowler only played in five games after a groin injury that kept him out the first three weeks was aggravated. When it became clear Davis required season-ending surgery, the Colts cut the 29-year-old. […]

Although new head coach Frank Reich was not the first man picked for the job, he just may be the right one. At least, that is how Indianapolis Colts legend Peyton Manning felt nearly a decade ago. Reich became a favorite of Manning’s during his first stint as an NFL coach in Indianapolis. The future Hall of […]