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

— 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 …

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2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

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2 weeks, 6 days 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 …

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3 weeks ago

Richardson throws for TD and runs for 2 with 12 seconds left as Colts beat Patriots 25-24

Associated Press

— Anthony Richardson is getting used to having the ball in his hands in close games. Indianapolis’ second-year quarterback threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Alec Pierce with 12 seconds left and ran for the go-ahead 2-point conversion, and the Colts beat New England 25-24 on Sunday when the Patriots’ Joey Slye missed a 68-yard field goal attempt as time …

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1 month ago

Anthony Richardson is out to prove himself yet again when Colts and Lions square off

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson looked like a different quarterback when he returned to the Indianapolis Colts’ starting lineup last week. “It’s just putting in the work throughout the week and letting it show out on the field on Sundays.” That formula worked perfectly against the reeling New York Jets when the NFL’s least accurate starting quarterback completed 20 of 30 …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Colts give Anthony Richardson the starting QB job for game against Jets and rest of season

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Anthony Richardson showed the Indianapolis Colts over the past two weeks off the field that he could be their starting quarterback. “It was, ‘Hey, Anthony, these are the areas we need to work on and see growth and improvement and he’s made great strides in those areas,” Steichen said. Richardson started Indy’s first four games then missed two …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Joe Flacco's struggles draw boos from Colts fans and...

Daily Mail

INDIANAPOLIS - Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen heard the boos Sunday. Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco is sacked by Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, in Indianapolis. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco is sacked by Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson during the second half …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Joe Flacco’s struggles draw boos from Colts fans and questions about another QB change

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen heard the boos Sunday. Two weeks after Steichen announced Flacco’s promotion to starter because the coach believed the longtime veteran gave Indy the best chance of winning, the questions about changing course again and reverting to Richardson began in earnest. Like I said, I’m going to go back and look at everything, but …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Silver: Colts GM Chris Ballard has failed to live up to the team’s bold promises

New York Times

Seven years and nine months ago, Chris Ballard took over as the Indianapolis Colts’ general manager. “I was thinking about this,” Colts owner Jim Irsay said at the podium, “and I think I can say it with some expertise and some wisdom … I really feel, to me, Chris is the best candidate for general manager that has come about …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sore hip limits Anthony Richardson at practice; injury could lead to Joe Flacco starting for Colts

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson’s injured hip was too sore for him to do much at Wednesday’s practice. When you get to call the plays, you’re just that much more familiar with the game plan.” Flacco has honed his relief skills ever since ceding the Baltimore Ravens job to Lamar Jackson following a hip injury in 2018 and …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts overcome rash of injuries by plugging holes with reliable stable of replacements

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Joe Flacco jumped into action when he was needed on Sunday, and he got the job done for the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts finished the game without quarterback Anthony Richardson, All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor, center Ryan Kelly, four defensive starters and another key defensive lineman because of injuries. “Anytime you have a backup that’s played at a …

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2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Steelers stingy defense poses a new challenge for QB Anthony Richardson and Colts in Week 4

Associated Press

Pittsburgh at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Steelers by 2 Series record: Colts lead 24-19 Against the spread: Pittsburgh 3-0, Colts 2-1 Last meeting: Colts won 30-13 in Indianapolis on Dec. 16, 2023. Last week: Steelers beat Chargers 20-10 in Pittsburgh; Colts beat Bears 21-16 in Indianapolis Steelers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Steelers defense: overall, …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson focused on improving accuracy following slow start for Colts

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson tries to ignore the glaring numbers everyone else is talking about. You know I’ve been throwing the football for a long time,” Richardson said Wednesday. Just let it rip.” Richardson’s ability to throw — and run — is what made him such an intriguing prospect that Indy took him with No. While Richardson’s …

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3 months ago

Colts defense hoping to get a reprieve as Caleb Williams and Bears struggling offense visit Indy

Associated Press

Chicago at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Colts by 1 Series record: Colts lead 24-19 Against the spread: Chicago 1-0-1, Indianapolis 1-1 Last meeting: Colts won 19-11 at Chicago on Oct. 4, 2020. Series notes Indianapolis has won two straight and four of the past six in a series featuring two foes that moved into separate …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Alec Pierce’s fast start could help him fulfill the potential Colts believe he possesses

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts receiver Alec Pierce spent his first two NFL seasons showing promise. The former Cincinnati Bearcats star produced the best single-game performance of his career — three receptions, 125 yards and his first TD of the season — in Indy’s 29-27 loss to defending AFC South champ Houston. “If I just put the ball in a decent …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Texans return to Indy as Colts try to snap league-high 10-game winless streak in season openers

Associated Press

Houston at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Texans by 2 1/2. That was the third opening week matchup, with each in Houston.. Stroud led the NFL last season in yards passing per game and touchdown to interception ratio, becoming the third player in 50 years to lead the league in both.. Mixon is one of six …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Larson and Hendrick Motorsports in discussion on a 2025 return to Indianapolis 500

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Make no mistake: Kyle Larson wants to run the Indianapolis 500 again next year. The deal he and Hendrick Motorsports signed with Arrow McLaren Racing was always a two-year deal, but 2025 was an option year that Larson said Wednesday is still being ironed out. That created a commotion in NASCAR, with many members of senior leadership …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts GM sees different version of Anthony Richardson with his 2nd season about to begin

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard sees the changes in Anthony Richardson. Plus, Indy’s entire starting offensive line returns intact, Ballard used the draft to help beef up the Colts’ receiving group and 2021 NFL rushing champ Jonathan Taylor’s presence in the backfield should help keep defenses off guard. “It’s holding guys accountable, using snap counts, changing protections, …

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3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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4 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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5 months ago

Tyler Reddick uses final Brickyard 400 qualifying run to win the pole

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Tyler Reddick watched Brickyard 400 qualifying Saturday with a skeptical eye. So when Reddick encountered his own obstacles, the 28-year-old remained calm, adapted deftly and took advantage of the final run of the day to capture his first Brickyard 400 pole. “I knew I needed to run like a 49.50 I didn’t know what Chase’s exact time was, …

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5 months ago

NASCAR drivers eager to test their skills on Indianapolis’ oval after 3 years on the road course

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Austin Cindric attended races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway most of his life, dreaming of the day he could compete on the historic 2.5-mile oval. “I do love this racetrack and I’ve watched way more laps on the oval than I’ve driven,” said Cindric, the son of Team Penske President Tim Cindric. It’s not on the road course.” Series …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Blaney has Team Penske on a hot streak headed into Indy for return of Brickyard 400

Associated Press

LOND POND, Pa. — Ryan Blaney popped some bubbly and hopped off a stage in victory lane so he could spray it at all the fans who stuck around to celebrate on a steamy day at Pocono Raceway. 12 Ford after he secured his second Cup Series win in five weeks, the 2023 NASCAR champion learned that Will Power won …

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

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

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

Richardson throws for TD and runs for 2 with 12 seconds left as Colts beat Patriots 25-24

Anthony Richardson is out to prove himself yet again when Colts and Lions square off

Colts give Anthony Richardson the starting QB job for game against Jets and rest of season

Joe Flacco's struggles draw boos from Colts fans and...

Joe Flacco’s struggles draw boos from Colts fans and questions about another QB change

Silver: Colts GM Chris Ballard has failed to live up to the team’s bold promises

Sore hip limits Anthony Richardson at practice; injury could lead to Joe Flacco starting for Colts

Colts overcome rash of injuries by plugging holes with reliable stable of replacements

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

Steelers stingy defense poses a new challenge for QB Anthony Richardson and Colts in Week 4

Anthony Richardson focused on improving accuracy following slow start for Colts

Colts defense hoping to get a reprieve as Caleb Williams and Bears struggling offense visit Indy

Alec Pierce’s fast start could help him fulfill the potential Colts believe he possesses

Texans return to Indy as Colts try to snap league-high 10-game winless streak in season openers

Larson and Hendrick Motorsports in discussion on a 2025 return to Indianapolis 500

Colts GM sees different version of Anthony Richardson with his 2nd season about to begin

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

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

Tyler Reddick uses final Brickyard 400 qualifying run to win the pole

NASCAR drivers eager to test their skills on Indianapolis’ oval after 3 years on the road course

Blaney has Team Penske on a hot streak headed into Indy for return of Brickyard 400