Newfound depth is helping fuel the Colts’ ride into AFC South lead
1 year, 2 months ago

Newfound depth is helping fuel the Colts’ ride into AFC South lead

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen tailored his offense around rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson and 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor. With Richardson suffering his third injury in four games Sunday and being ruled out of next weekend’s matchup at Jacksonville with an AC joint injury in his throwing shoulder, and Taylor still working his way into game condition after a 10-month absence, the unlikely combination of Minshew and Moss has somehow given Indy a share of the AFC South lead. Indy’s young, largely inexperienced secondary was burned repeatedly by three-time All-Pro DeAndre Hopkins, who had eight catches for a season-best 140 yards. He’ll need Indy’s ground game to be strong as the Colts face a defense allowing just 81.6 rushing yards per game.

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Colts face big offseason questions after latest inexplicable playoff-eliminating loss
4 days, 15 hours 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 …

Heavy ground game gives Anthony Richardson a chance to shine in Colts’ latest victory
1 week, 4 days ago

Heavy ground game gives Anthony Richardson a chance to shine in Colts’ latest victory

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts drafted Anthony Richardson to be their franchise quarterback. Richardson threw only 11 passes in Indy’s 38-30 victory over slumping Tennessee, becoming just the third player since 2000 to produce 38 points with fewer than 15 passing attempts. “I’m just trying to do my job the best way I can.” While his stats have not improved …

Jonathan Taylor rebounds with 218 yards, 3 TD runs as Colts hold off Titans 38-30
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1 week, 5 days ago

Jonathan Taylor rebounds with 218 yards, 3 TD runs as Colts hold off Titans 38-30

Associated Press  

— Jonathan Taylor rebounded from perhaps the most embarrassing moment of his career by rushing for 218 yards and scoring three times including runs of 65 and 70 yards Sunday, leading the Indianapolis Colts past the Tennessee Titans 38-30. The Titans allowed their most yards rushing since moving from Houston to Nashville in the late 1990s, and it was the …

Anthony Richardson takes crucial confidence-building moments into Colts’ bye week
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Anthony Richardson takes crucial confidence-building moments into Colts’ bye week

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen never doubted quarterback Anthony Richardson would return from his benching a better player. “It shows the resiliency that he has even through some of those situations,” Steichen said before addressing last week’s long, time-consuming final drive. “We’ve got a four-game season coming up.” Whether Richardson can progress quickly enough to snap Indy’s three-year …

Steichen’s risky 2-point call pays off as Colts put playoff hopes in Richardson’s hands
1 month ago

Steichen’s risky 2-point call pays off as Colts put playoff hopes in Richardson’s hands

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen took a big chance on one final play call Sunday. He put the ball in Anthony Richardson’s hands and the second-year quarterback who was benched by Steichen one month earlier made his coach’s decision look smart by running through multiple defenders for the decisive 2-point conversion. Rather than play it safe by kicking …

Young QBs Anthony Richardson, Drake Maye bring new look to Colts-Pats rivalry
1 month, 1 week ago

Young QBs Anthony Richardson, Drake Maye bring new look to Colts-Pats rivalry

Associated Press  

Indianapolis at New England Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Colts by 2 1/2. If Bortolini doesn’t play, veteran Danny Pinter would likely start.. Patriots DE Deatrich Wise Jr., who is tied for the team lead with five sacks, has missed the past two games with foot injury. The Colts have not allowed a sack in three games …

Colts defense picks up the pace as offense continues searching for answers to red zone woes
1 month, 1 week ago

Colts defense picks up the pace as offense continues searching for answers to red zone woes

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts defense started this season struggling. Defensive coordinator Gus Bradley’s group is playing stouter, holding teams — even the high-scoring Detroit Lions — largely in check long enough to give Indy a chance to win, and it’s the Colts offense that has struggled. You don’t want them on the field a bunch and as an offense …

Frustrations billowing out as Colts continuing struggles put playoff hopes in jeopardy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Frustrations billowing out as Colts continuing struggles put playoff hopes in jeopardy

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts’ frustration started billowing out of Lucas Oil Stadium after Sunday’s loss to Buffalo. No, it’s not a good look with Indy’s playoff hopes sputtering, and the Colts find themselves in a familiar spot — trying to create a midseason turnaround. Whether it’s Richardson’s inaccuracy or Flacco’s six turnovers over the past two weeks, the Colts …

Colts Make Major Quarterback Switch as They Aim for Championship
2 months 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 …

No tapping out: Colts QB Anthony Richardson has hard lesson to learn from the bench
2 months ago

No tapping out: Colts QB Anthony Richardson has hard lesson to learn from the bench

New York Times  

The title Anthony Richardson wore into the locker room Sunday as the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback is not the title he’ll have now. “If he handles this the right way, he’ll be fine,” a league source said, and the team believes that with Richardson’s mental fortitude, he will. GO DEEPER As Colts bench Anthony Richardson, it's clear they're content embracing …

Colts can’t improve until Shane Steichen, Anthony Richardson accept reality
2 months, 1 week ago

Colts can’t improve until Shane Steichen, Anthony Richardson accept reality

New York Times  

HOUSTON — It was an unprecedented leap of faith. Instead of owning up to his troubling day, there was Richardson himself claiming to be a “great passer,” as if he hadn’t only completed 10-of-32 passes, including just two in the first half. “If I make the plays that I should’ve made, then maybe this game turns out different,” said Pittman, …

Texans' Hopes Rest on Taylor's Return as Colts Clash in AFC South Battle
2 months, 1 week ago

Texans' Hopes Rest on Taylor's Return as Colts Clash in AFC South Battle

Associated Press  

The Houston Colts look to bounce back against the Indianapolis Colts in a crucial AFC South matchup. Despite the Colts' optimism, the Texans appear to be close to full recovery from the sprained ankle of quarterback Anthony Richardson. The Texans' offense, led by quarterback C.J. Stroud, will face a formidable challenge in containing the potent running of Houston's Jonathan Taylor. …

Colts leaning on improved defense and strong ground game to try to derail unbeaten Steelers
3 months, 1 week ago

Colts leaning on improved defense and strong ground game to try to derail unbeaten Steelers

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts identified this week’s challenge long before watching any tape. “Everybody knows he’s a potential Hall of Famer,” Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson said. So, we definitely have a few things for him so he doesn’t get to the quarterback.” Indy’s best option would appear to be running the ball with Richardson and Jonathan Taylor, giving the …

Colts counting on Richardson-Taylor pairing to help change the conversation with a playoff return
4 months ago

Colts counting on Richardson-Taylor pairing to help change the conversation with a playoff return

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS EXPECTATIONS: The Colts have heard all about the streaks. To do that, second-year coach Shane Steichen needs second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson to deliver in two key areas — staying healthy and throwing consistently well enough to win. Richardson should have more help this season with all five starting offensive linemen back, 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor happy …

Colts’ Samson Ebukam expected to miss season after suffering torn Achilles tendon in training camp
5 months ago

Colts’ Samson Ebukam expected to miss season after suffering torn Achilles tendon in training camp

Associated Press  

— Indianapolis Colts defensive end Samson Ebukam is expected to miss the entire 2024 season after suffering a torn Achilles tendon in Sunday’s training camp practice. Coach Shane Steichen confirmed Ebukam’s status after Tuesday’s workout, Indy’s first in full pads. Latu suffered a career-threatening neck injury at Washington then transferred to UCLA for his final two college seasons and produced …

Colts use the NFL draft to fill two needs: Improve defense, help QB Anthony Richardson
8 months, 1 week ago

Colts use the NFL draft to fill two needs: Improve defense, help QB Anthony Richardson

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard started NFL draft weekend with two goals. He’s a high motor guy, he’s got nothing else but football and he loves it and that’s what he wants here.” The Colts didn’t pull off the splashy first-day move Indy fans were hoping for and he didn’t follow the conventional wisdom by using early …

Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor give Colts a view into a promising future
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor give Colts a view into a promising future

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts got a glimpse of their future with quarterback Anthony Richardson in 2023. Two days after falling a win short of the playoffs, Indy’s players cleaned out their lockers and reflected on their accomplishments during coach Shane Steichen’s first season — and what next season might look like. “That’s going to be a really awesome sight …

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,” …

Surprising Colts control their playoff destiny entering prime-time showdown with Texans
1 year ago

Surprising Colts control their playoff destiny entering prime-time showdown with Texans

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts weren’t supposed to be here, playing a prime-time game in Week 18 with a chance to make the playoffs. “One thing I’ve learned is how scrappy, how tough this team is,” 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor said after Sunday’s 23-20 win over Las Vegas. “We knew we had tough players, but it’s a different …

Taylor, Minshew help Colts stay in AFC playoff chase with 23-20 victory over Raiders
1 year ago

Taylor, Minshew help Colts stay in AFC playoff chase with 23-20 victory over Raiders

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Jonathan Taylor and Gardner Minshew spent all week talking about the need to take advantage of this week’s big opportunity. Taylor ran for a season-high 96 yards and one score, Minshew fooled the Las Vegas defense with a 58-yard TD pass on third-and-1, and the Indianapolis Colts used two late defensive penalties to put away the Raiders 23-20 …

Titans hope playing back-to-back home games for 1st time this season helps vs the Colts
1 year, 1 month ago

Titans hope playing back-to-back home games for 1st time this season helps vs the Colts

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans have no margin for error or reason for overconfidence trying to start their first winning streak of the season with the calendar flipping to December. “It’s good not having to get on the flight,” said Titans two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons, who already has called for fans to show up loud Sunday. …

Colts’ gutsy call, unlikely hero and star RB help put playoffs in sight
1 year, 1 month ago

Colts’ gutsy call, unlikely hero and star RB help put playoffs in sight

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — The ball felt like it hung in the air forever. 📺 CBS pic.twitter.com/s1eeobQG2I — Indianapolis Colts November 26, 2023 “We didn’t rep it live all week in practice. “Shane was like, ‘Did you get the memo?’ And I’m thinking Shane is just late to the joke,’” Franklin said, laughing. “So, I’m messing with Shane like, ‘Yeah, I need …

Richardson’s season-ending injury changed the first-half equation for the resilient Colts
1 year, 1 month ago

Richardson’s season-ending injury changed the first-half equation for the resilient Colts

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts were supposed to measure this season’s success by Anthony Richardson’s development. “In this league, there are waves up and down,” Steichen said when the Colts snapped a three-game losing streak with Sunday’s 27-13 victory at Carolina. And heading into last weekend, Indy’s defense had allowed a league worst 28.6 points per game despite leading the …

Colts have found their offense since firing Frank Reich. The defense has been a different issue
1 year, 2 months ago

Colts have found their offense since firing Frank Reich. The defense has been a different issue

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Indianapolis Colts were struggling mightily on offense last season when owner Jim Irsay decided to fire coach Frank Reich in the middle of his fifth season. “It stings a lot when you lose three games, especially the way it’s been going,” Colts defensive lineman Tyquan Lewis said. It’s basically a game every single day and you …

Colts’ loss to Jaguars highlights need for Anthony Richardson, but Indy can’t rush rookie
1 year, 2 months ago

Colts’ loss to Jaguars highlights need for Anthony Richardson, but Indy can’t rush rookie

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Jaguars vs Bengals on Monday Night Football. “It’s definitely something I think about,” Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. said of the losing streak. So, I’m really going to look at those, hold myself accountable.” The QB committed four turnovers in a game for the second time in his career and the first time …

Colts turn to QB Minshew as they try to end an 8-game road skid against the London-weary Jags
1 year, 2 months ago

Colts turn to QB Minshew as they try to end an 8-game road skid against the London-weary Jags

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Indianapolis Colts are perfect on the road this season, having already notched wins at Houston and Baltimore. “It’s a new week, new situation, new team,” Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin said. That’s a big part of this week but playing a divisional opponent can help that.” The Colts, who put Anthony Richardson on injured reserve this week, …

Anthony Richardson provides hope, but restoring Colts to glory will take time
1 year, 3 months ago

Anthony Richardson provides hope, but restoring Colts to glory will take time

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — It was always going to look something like this, the early days of this new era in Indianapolis: tantalizing in moments but tortuous in others, a long, grueling test of patience for a Colts franchise that was tired of the starts and stops of a QB carousel that dragged on far too long. That’s part of life.” It …

Colts are looking to end their opening day woes and start a new era against Jaguars
1 year, 3 months ago

Colts are looking to end their opening day woes and start a new era against Jaguars

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — New Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen was willing to be patient with Anthony Richardson before naming the rookie quarterback his starter. “Running out of the tunnel and all that, that’s going to come, but me being on point and being ready — that’s all I’m focused on right now.” It’s been a crash course for the 21-year-old rookie …

Colts give Jonathan Taylor permission to seek out trade, source says
1 year, 4 months ago

Colts give Jonathan Taylor permission to seek out trade, source says

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts have given disgruntled running back Jonathan Taylor permission to find a trade partner, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Monday. Just two days earlier Shane Steichen told reporters Taylor would rejoin the team Sunday following an excused absence to tend to a personal matter. “Once he is cleared to …

Colts are content playing waiting game with Richardson’s progression at quarterback
1 year, 5 months ago

Colts are content playing waiting game with Richardson’s progression at quarterback

Associated Press  

— Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard knows rookie quarterbacks learn best from playing. “You don’t want to put him out there and he’s not ready to handle everything that requires him playing the position,” Ballard said. Then, eventually, he’ll play.” Ballard didn’t say whether Richardson must hit certain milestones or could make his debut in small, specialized packages. “When …

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 select QB Anthony Richardson at No. 4 in NFL draft
1 year, 8 months ago

Colts select QB Anthony Richardson at No. 4 in NFL draft

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson dazzled scouts in his first, brief action at Lucas Oil Stadium. General manager Chris Ballard bet big on the athletic, one-year starting quarterback from Florida by selecting Richardson with the fourth overall pick in the NFL draft Thursday night. Stroud go second overall to Houston, Ballard phoned Richardson to say he’d be the Colts’ new franchise …

Indianapolis Colts NFL Draft 2023 guide: Picks, predictions and key needs
1 year, 8 months ago

Indianapolis Colts NFL Draft 2023 guide: Picks, predictions and key needs

New York Times  

The Athletic has around-the-clock coverage of the NFL Draft. Colts 2023 NFL Draft big board 2.0: 10 players Indy may target in rounds 1-3: Possible options to fill the Colts’ biggest needs. Colts GM Chris Ballard confident but ‘dancing’ as big draft decision approaches Colts draft 2023: The case for selecting Florida’s Anthony Richardson Colts draft 2023: The case for …

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’ worn-down, short-handed defense adding to late swoon
2 years ago

Colts’ worn-down, short-handed defense adding to late swoon

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts’ offense has sputtered all season. Despite losing three-time All-Pro linebacker Shaquille Leonard for all but 10 quarters because of injuries, the Colts’ defense was the team’s strength for much of the year. And the last four losses have come in embarrassing fashion — allowing 33 fourth-quarter points at Dallas, watching Minnesota rally from a 33-point …

Colts’ loss to Eagles shows Indy is still a fatally flawed team despite changes
2 years, 1 month ago

Colts’ loss to Eagles shows Indy is still a fatally flawed team despite changes

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — Some of the veterans stayed back as the locker room emptied out, sitting silently in their chairs, reliving another game they’d let slip away in a season that’s already lost. As much as Jeff Saturday has given the Colts in the 13 days he’s been interim head coach, as much as Matt Ryan’s return seemed to spark a …

Colts hope emotional win helps inspire 2nd half charge
2 years, 1 month ago

Colts hope emotional win helps inspire 2nd half charge

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts interim coach Jeff Saturday understood the low expectations. But after leaving Las Vegas with a win, the first-time NFL coach wasted no time delivering another message on the team flight home — emotions alone won’t get the Colts into the playoffs. “From an emotional perspective, to me, emotion usually runs out about midway through the first …

Henry reigns as Titans hold off Colts for 24-17 victory
2 years, 3 months ago

Henry reigns as Titans hold off Colts for 24-17 victory

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Derrick Henry got right back to business against the Indianapolis Colts. Henry rushed for a season-high 114 yards, scored one touchdown and watched the Tennessee Titans’ defense make three late stops to preserve a 24-17 victory. Clearly, Henry wasn’t the same in Tennessee’s playoff loss last season or in the first three games this season when he averaged …

Colts floundering in AFC South, but Henry injury gives hope
3 years, 2 months ago

Colts floundering in AFC South, but Henry injury gives hope

Associated Press  

Not all is lost for the Indianapolis Colts. Consider this, however: Derrick Henry, the Titans’ outstanding running back and the best offensive player in the division, is sidelined possibly for the remainder of the season. The Colts will start that climb as they open Week 9 when they host the New York Jets on Thursday night. “I understand it’s a …

Defense’s strong 2nd half leads Colts past Packers in OT
4 years, 1 month ago

Defense’s strong 2nd half leads Colts past Packers in OT

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis defense may have turned Aaron Rodgers into a true believer Sunday. After allowing three touchdown passes and 28 first-half points, the Colts held one of the NFL’s highest-scoring teams to three second-half points, forced a key fumble less than a minute into overtime and set up Rodrigo Blankship’s decisive 39-yard field goal for a 34-31 over …

Colts grab AFC South tiebreaker by beating Titans 34-17
4 years, 1 month ago

Colts grab AFC South tiebreaker by beating Titans 34-17

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Coaches and quarterbacks change for the Indianapolis Colts. Philip Rivers threw for 308 yards and a touchdown, and Nyheim Hines scored twice as the Colts trounced the Titans 34-17 Thursday night to grab the head-to-head edge atop the AFC South. “We get a huge special teams touchdown and then offensively, shoot, we were rolling pretty good all …

Key AFC South matchup Thursday night as Colts visit Titans
4 years, 1 month ago

Key AFC South matchup Thursday night as Colts visit Titans

Associated Press  

While fans get mesmerized by the Kansas City offense dominating the AFC West, the best rivalry in football in the AFC North, and the apparent demise of the Patriots in the AFC East, what about the other AFC division? The outcome of the AFC South won’t be decided Thursday night when the Titans and Colts face off in Music City. …

AFC East preview: Bills look to break Patriots’ division dominance
4 years, 3 months ago

AFC East preview: Bills look to break Patriots’ division dominance

LA Times  

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs. 2019 | 10-6, 2nd in East Last year in playoffs | 2019 WHAT HAPPENED LAST SEASON Even though they had two one-possession losses to the division-rival New England Patriots, the Bills finished 10-6 and made the playoffs for the second time in three years. They lost by a field goal in overtime to Houston …

Key AFC South matchup Thursday night: Colts at Texans
5 years, 1 month ago

Key AFC South matchup Thursday night: Colts at Texans

Associated Press  

Earlier in the schedule, the AFC South looked like one of the NFL’s deepest divisions. Still, with the Colts owning a victory over Houston, they would take a mammoth step toward another postseason berth if they can sweep the Texans. “It’s a big game because it’s a division opponent, but we’ve got to be ready for the whole 60 minutes.” …

Colts are now a run-first football team, but can they win this way long term?
5 years, 2 months ago

Colts are now a run-first football team, but can they win this way long term?

New York Times  

The last time the Colts ran the ball at a rate higher than their current clip, Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise” was at the top of the charts and Michael Jordan had just unretired and was eyeing his fourth NBA title. It’s currently the fourth-highest rate in the NFL this season and a dramatic increase from 2018, when the Colts ran 38 …

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