Colts post-combine thoughts: Shane Steichen’s staff, more on QBs, possible cuts
1 year, 10 months ago

Colts post-combine thoughts: Shane Steichen’s staff, more on QBs, possible cuts

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — “What’s the new guy like?” I asked a high-level Colts executive last week, in the midst of some long days at the NFL Scouting Combine. “He is all ball, which I like.” Colts GM Chris Ballard and new head coach Shane Steichen didn’t spend all of their time scouting QBs at the combine. With Shaquille Leonard presumably on his way back — “He’s made progress,” Ballard said last week of his $100 million linebacker — and Zaire Franklin coming off a stellar season, the signs indicate Okereke will be playing elsewhere in 2023. “Those two kids are young players and they’re starting to come on,” Ballard said last week.

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Shane Steichen eager to move forward with Colts. Defensive coordinator Gus Bradley won’t be back
2 days, 8 hours ago

Shane Steichen eager to move forward with Colts. Defensive coordinator Gus Bradley won’t be back

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A determined and disappointed coach Shane Steichen walked into the Indianapolis Colts’ complex Monday morning already knowing his fate. “Since I’ve been a Colt, it was our worst year defensively,” Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner said. “Those are going to be the conversations we’re going to have because, obviously, it wasn’t good enough this year,” Steichen said. …

Colts owner Jim Irsay says he’s retaining GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen
3 days, 6 hours ago

Colts owner Jim Irsay says he’s retaining GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay insists he’s as frustrated as the team’s fans are about a fourth consecutive playoff absence. About four hours after the Colts completed their season with a 26-23 overtime victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars, Irsay ended any speculation about possible offseason changes by announcing in a letter to fans that longtime general manager Chris …

Colts face big offseason questions after latest inexplicable playoff-eliminating loss
1 week, 2 days ago

Colts face big offseason questions after latest inexplicable playoff-eliminating loss

Associated Press  

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen tried to provide answers after Sunday’s embarrassing playoff-eliminating loss to the New York Giants. It’s been a tough season for Colts tight ends, but Granson, finally, provided a bright spot Sunday when he caught a season high-tying three passes for 34 yards. It’s still unclear whether Richardson can return for what is now a meaningless …

Colts Make Major Quarterback Switch as They Aim for Championship
2 months, 1 week ago

Colts Make Major Quarterback Switch as They Aim for Championship

Associated Press  

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen has made a quarterback switch, benching Anthony Richardson in favor of 39-year-old Joe Flacco. Steichen cited the need to win games as the primary reason for the decision, despite Richardson's recent struggles with performance and health. He expressed confidence in Flacco's ability to contribute to the team's success and believes he can develop into a …

Vikings at the NFL Scouting Combine: What we’re hearing about their offseason plans
10 months ago

Vikings at the NFL Scouting Combine: What we’re hearing about their offseason plans

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — After a while, the days and nights at the NFL Scouting Combine blend together. Here’s what we heard about the Minnesota Vikings in Indianapolis, ranging from the future of quarterback Kirk Cousins to potential defensive upgrades this offseason: 1. Hiring McCown as quarterbacks coach is a multifaceted move In 2015, Josh McCown first met Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell …

Steichen’s new direction puts Colts on the cusp of the AFC playoffs in his 1st season as coach
1 year ago

Steichen’s new direction puts Colts on the cusp of the AFC playoffs in his 1st season as coach

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts hired first-year coach Shane Steichen to take them in a new direction. “I just think that every time something happened, we just came closer together.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “He always gives us a chance to win and that’s what you want in your quarterback,” …

Indianapolis Colts begin training camp with another new quarterback in mix
1 year, 5 months ago

Indianapolis Colts begin training camp with another new quarterback in mix

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS CAMP SITE: Westfield, Indiana KEY ADDITIONS: Head coach Shane Steichen, offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter, QB Anthony Richardson, QB Gardner Minshew, K Matt Gay, DE Samson Ebukam, DT Taven Bryan, CB JuJu Brents, WR Josh Downs. KEY LOSSES: QB Matt Ryan, QB Nick Foles, LB Bobby Okereke, DE Yannick Ngakoue, WR Parris Campbell, S Rodney McLeod, CB Isaiah …

Colts hoping to find new franchise quarterback in NFL draft
1 year, 8 months ago

Colts hoping to find new franchise quarterback in NFL draft

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Shane Steichen understands his first draft as an NFL head coach could define his entire tenure. “Then, going back and watching the tape over and over again because again, there’s not a crystal ball to like, ‘Hey, this guy is a guarantee, right?” Many believe Bryce Young and C.J. Steichen spent the past two seasons in Philadelphia helping …

Colts beyond QB: 10 other NFL combine standouts who could be good fits for Indy
1 year, 10 months ago

Colts beyond QB: 10 other NFL combine standouts who could be good fits for Indy

New York Times  

I can’t be the only one with a quarterback hangover. Here's what the Colts saw:https://t.co/yY86a5MRSE — Zak Keefer March 5, 2023 None of these questions will be answered right now, but with pro days looming and the NFL Draft approaching, I’m sure I’ll revisit them until the Colts finally decide on a signal caller next month. Over 300 prospects were …

Colts hire Eagles OC Shane Steichen as their head coach
1 year, 10 months ago

Colts hire Eagles OC Shane Steichen as their head coach

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Shane Steichen accepted his dream job on Tuesday. “We felt Shane had a lot of that offensive magic that can be hard to find, knowing we’re going to have a young quarterback to develop,” Irsay said. Steichen becomes the Colts’ fourth coach since 2017 and they’re likely to be starting yet another different quarterback on opening day, extending …

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