The Indianapolis Colts have their whole season in front of them, and while every game is important, some stand out more than others. Let’s see the most critical.

Week 1 – Baltimore Ravens

Things start out early. This game is important for two reasons. The first game is always important because teams want to get off to a good start. A loss isn’t the end of the world but 1-0 feels much better. The Ravens are a great test early on. After a down year, the Ravens are sure to bounce back. Beating them at home will set the...

Honestly, the most open Indianapolis Colts training camp competition may actually be at starting kicker where incumbent Blake Grupe will be trying to hold off promising young former starting kicker Spencer Shrader.

At one point last year, the Colts kicking job was squarely Shrader’s to lose, as Indianapolis rather surprisingly released veteran placekicker Matt Gay two offseasons ago in order to re-sign the former undrafted free agent who impressed throughout 2024 training camp and preseason formerly with the club.

Shrader looked like the Colts kicker for the foreseeable future to begin the 2025 campaign, as he converted 13 of his...

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Most high school football players dream about meeting an NFL star and would have asked for a picture or advice, but Indiana’s top high school recruit asked to compete in a 1-on-1 matchup against the very best in his home city.

When Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner paid a visit to Lawrence North High School during a Q-Collar collaboration event last week, he wrapped up his appearance by inviting the players to ask their own questions.

Sales did more than just raise his hand, he raised the stakes.

“Can we 1-on-1?” Sales asked.

The Wildcats instantly came alive after the...

The Indianapolis Colts have a new number one receiver. Alec Pierce’s new $114 million deal makes him the big man on campus. Well, at least the big man in the receiver room for the Colts. If he can build on last year, he has a chance to earn every penny. Beyond his own abilities, having a competent group around him will work wonders. When you look at the current roster, however, the options leave something to be desired.

Michael Pittman Jr. is gone. That one is going to sting a bit. Even Pierce, himself, might not be fully healthy to...

According to CBS Sports Bryan DeArdo, former Indianapolis Colts Super Bowl winning and NFL Hall of Famer Tony Dungy was ranked among their Top 20 all-time head coaches in NFL history:

20. Tony Dungy

A little-known fact about Tony Dungy, he led the Steelers in interceptions during Pittsburgh’s 1978 championship season. After a short NFL playing career, Dungy rejoined the Steelers as a coach and was tabbed as Chuck Noll’s defensive coordinator before the 1984 season. That year, Pittsburgh shocked the Denver Broncos in the playoffs and advanced to the AFC title game for the final time...

I know very little about Anthony Richardson the person, and I have never had the chance to meet him. Just like you, my opinion is based on the limited view I am provided through media coverage. With that said, I believe Richardson to be a good person. The following isn’t a question of whether Richardson is a good human. It is a question of why the trade market is stone-cold for his on-the-field services. Why aren’t the Indianapolis Colts fielding any trade requests for the young quarterback with the rocket arm?

The simple answer is that Richardson is damaged goods,...

According to CBS Sports Jared Dubin, the Indianapolis Colts have some work to do regarding the league’s “best triplets,” as the trio of starting quarterback Daniel Jones, running back Jonathan Taylor, and wide receiver Alec Pierce came in as just the NFL’s 21st best playmaking trio:

21. Indianapolis Colts (Avg. 20.6, High: 14, Low: 25)

QB: Daniel Jones, RB: Jonathan Taylor, WR: Alec Pierce

The Colts climbed 10 spots from a year ago. They’re in a virtual tie with the Jaguars. This is way too high for them. Jones put together a very good stretch...

While he fell short of the sticks, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce did receive votes for being among the NFL’s Top 10 wideouts in an annual league survey conducted by NFL general managers, executives, and coaches (via ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler):

Also receiving votes: Alec Pierce, Tee Higgins, DK Metcalf, Terry McLaurin, Garrett Wilson, DeVonta Smith, Ladd McConkey, Brian Thomas Jr., Jaylen Waddle, Chris Olave

The Colts lead wideout was re-signed to a once historic 4-year, $116 million salary earlier this offseason after recording 47 receptions for 1,003 total receiving yards and 6 touchdown receptions this past season. His...

The Indianapolis Colts have almost completely revamped their linebacker corps, as backups Austin Ajiake and Jaylon Carlies are the lone memorable holdovers from last year’s defense.

Specifically, the Colts sent former All-Pro linebacker Zaire Franklin to the Green Bay Packers in an earlier offseason trade, while fellow veteran starter Germaine Pratt remains unsigned as a free agent.

Initial indications are that rookie 2nd round pick, CJ Allen, as the Colts top pick in this year’s draft class, should be opening game starter at ‘MIKE,’ potentially even wearing the green dot on his helmet for the 1st-team defense.

What remains up...

With the heat rising, and Indianapolis Colts training camp still a few weeks away, we’re still firmly in the ‘dog days’ of the summer.

That being said, there is always Colts related content to discuss, if you look hard enough.

One thing that I wanted to bring to the forefront is the question of “Who the most improved player for the Colts will be throughout the upcoming 2026 campaign?”

I threw out a number of intriguing, ascending young Colts players that could be poised for a potential breakout, including Laiatu Latu, Tyler Warren, Alec Pierce, Jalen Travis, and of course,...

Yes, it is that dreaded time of year where relevant information trickles in, leaving a lot of room for speculative articles. So, why not speculate our butts off and consider who might be standing at a podium or live streamed, accepting an Associated Press Award for the various awards they give out. I know many outlets hand out these awards, but I grew up with AP and I find them reputable enough for this exercise. No MVPs, just “Player of the Year” awards. Which Colt is most likely to win an AP award this year?

AP Offensive Player of the...