Luck tells Colts fans he feels better, rules out more surgery
If all goes well, three-time NFL Pro Bowl quarterback Andrew Luck might return from his shoulder injury in time for the start of April’s offseason workouts, he said Tuesday.
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A backup choice, Reich embracing role as new Colts coach
When the Indianapolis Colts offered Frank Reich a chance to be their second choice as head coach, the super sub figured it was the perfect it. “The backup role has suited me well in my career,” he joked Tuesday at his introductory news conference.
Prosecutor criticizes Trump for politicizing death of Colts player
Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry, a Democrat, blasted President Donald Trump on Wednesday for tweeting about the case of a suspect who’d been deported from the country and charged in a drunken crash that killed linebacker Edwin Jackson and another man.
McDaniels staying in New England, won’t become Colts head coach
The Colts had scheduled a press conference for Wednesday to announce Josh McDaniels' hiring.
Trump calls death of Colts player one of many ‘preventable tragedies’
President Donald Trump tweeted that it was "disgraceful" that an Indianapolis Colts linebacker was killed in a suspected drunken-driving crash by a person who was in the U.S. illegally.
Colts agree to terms with Patriots’ McDaniels for head coach gig
McDaniels, 41, has been one of the NFL’s most coveted coaching talents since returning to New England as offensive coordinator in 2012. Since then, the Pats have reached six consecutive conference championship games and won two Super Bowls.
Fox lands Thursday night football games for five years
Fox announced Wednesday that it will televise 11 Thursday-night NFL games annually from Week 4 to Week 15, with simulcasts on NFL Network and Fox Deportes.
Falcons break rules for stadium food prices, pleased with response
When the Atlanta Falcons announced food prices at their new $1.5 billion stadium—$2 hot dogs and sodas, $3 nachos, $5 beer—fans loved it, and people in other cities are pushing their local ownership groups to follow suit.
Colts closing in on deal to hire McDaniels, source says
A person familiar with the negotiations said Monday the Indianapolis Colts are “close” to reaching a deal that would make New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels their next head coach.
Colts hope Luck’s return makes coaching job more attractive
With a healthy three-time Pro Bowler at quarterback, nearly $90 million in salary cap room, one of the younger teams in the league and the No. 3 draft pick, Jim Irsay has a chance to surround Andrew Luck with a better supporting cast in 2018.
Colts fire Pagano after six seasons as head coach
Head Coach Chuck Pagano finished with a 56-46 overall record after joining the Colts in 2012, but the team has missed the postseason for the past three seasons.
Gore, Vinatieri won’t use season finale as retirement party
The Indianapolis Colts’ two seemingly ageless wonders acknowledged they would each like to play another season of football, meaning Sunday’s season finale against Houston isn’t likely to be their last game.
Five veteran radio sportscasters muse on careers, swap stories
IBJ talked with the longtime broadcasters about their experiences behind a central Indiana mic.
Former Colts coach, Purdue player Ron Meyer dies at 76
Ron Meyer, the football coach who in 1987 led the Indianapolis Colts to their first division title and playoff appearance, died Tuesday after collapsing with an aortic aneurism while playing golf.
Colts release Davis after he publicly complains about organization
The Indianapolis Colts released two-time NFL Pro Bowl cornerback Vontae Davis on Thursday, less than 24 hours after the injured player took his complaints about a demotion public.
Colts to place quarterback Luck on injured reserve
The Colts are 2-6 this season without quarterback Andrew Luck and have seen their television ratings suffer.
Papa John’s blames NFL ‘debacle’ for hurting its pizza sales
Papa John’s International Inc. founder John Schnatter is going after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, saying weak handling of the league’s national-anthem controversy has hammered sales of his pizza.
NFL players, owners hold ‘constructive’ talks on issues
NFL players and owners held an unusual meeting Tuesday to discuss social issues, a session both sides termed positive and productive. Among the players attending were Colts defensive back Darius Butler.
Colts seeking to expand their training complex
The Indianapolis Colts are planning to expand their training complex by adding a 32,000-square-foot addition and two practice fields, according to plans filed with the city.
VP Pence leaves Colts game after players protest during anthem
President Trump said on Twitter that he asked the former Indiana governor to leave the stadium if any players kneeled during the anthem.