Derek Schultz: Foundation over finish
Even if “foundation” wasn’t the f-word you were yelling after Gardner Minshew missed Tyler Goodson on the fateful fourth-down play that ended Indy’s hopes.
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Anthony Richardson eager to get back on the field after missing most of 2023 with a shoulder injury
Richardson showed promise in his four starts. He completed 50 of 84 attempts with 577 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. He also ran 25 times for 136 yards and four scores.
Steichen’s new direction puts Colts on cusp of playoffs in his first season as coach
A fourth straight home victory on Saturday will give the Colts (9-7) another season sweep of Houston (9-7) and their first postseason appearance since 2020.
Colts’ Muhammad gets 6-game suspension for substance violation
Defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad will not be eligible for Indy’s five remaining regular-season games and he will either sit out next year’s season opener or a playoff game.
Former Colts punter Hunter Smith launches Statehouse bid
Smith said he would prioritize bipartisanship, “balance” and “dialogue,” and was also clear in calling himself a “pro-life conservative” and “pro-school choice.”
Mark Montieth: What’s fate got to do with it? Maybe everything for these Indiana sports legends
Fickle fate can lead people almost anywhere.
Colts waive three-time All-Pro Shaquille Leonard in surprising move
The decision to part ways with Leonard, the 2018 AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, comes shortly after he complained publicly about his decreased playing time this season.
Colts QB Anthony Richardson undergoes season-ending shoulder surgery
Team owner Jim Irsay said in a social-media post that the lengthy procedure took place in Los Angeles and doctors found what they expected. He said Richardson is doing well.
Colts QB Anthony Richardson opts for season-ending surgery
Coach Shane Steichen said the Colts consulted multiple medical officials, weighed the long-term health of Richardson and his future with the franchise before everyone agreed surgery was the best option.
Colts’ Grover Stewart suspended 6 games for violating NFL’s policy on performance-enhancers
Stewart has been a key part of Indy’s run defense since reshaping his body after being a 2017 fourth-round draft pick out of Albany State University in Georgia.
Irsay: Rookie QB Richardson ‘probably’ out for season with injury
Richardson missed his second full game of the season Sunday at Jacksonville, but he traveled with the team and wore a sling to protect his throwing shoulder while watching the Colts’ loss from the sideline.
Derek Schultz: Anthony Richardson’s early injury problems already have Colts fans concerned about the future
For a fan base still grappling with the PTSD of their last franchise quarterback’s constant health concerns and shocking early retirement, one can understand why the alarms are already flashing bright red.
UPDATE: Jonathan Taylor, Colts agree on 3-year, $42M extension
With an agreement in place, Taylor was able to play Sunday in the Colts’ 23-16 home victory over the Titans.
Colts owner Jim Irsay praised by PETA for embracing vegan lifestyle
The animal-rights organization this week promoted a video of a discussion with Irsay, who lives a vegan lifestyle, about his expanded involvement in animal activism.
Derek Schultz: Is the Colts’ Week 3 stunner a sign of things to come?
Or maybe this is an overreaction to a game the Colts should have and would have lost if one of a dozen different plays went differently.
Jim Irsay Band to kick off big weekend of music for Indianapolis
A weekend punctuated by high-profile concerts begins Friday with a free show featuring John Mellencamp and Stephen Stills.
Colts looking to end opening day woes, start new era against Jaguars
The Colts enter this weekend with a nine-game winless streak on opening day. Anthony Richardson will become the youngest opening day starting quarterback in franchise history and the third-youngest in NFL history.
Derek Schultz: Hope is on the horizon
The bar of expectations for this Colts team is so low that it’s hard to tell if it’s even off the ground.
Former Colts great Peyton Manning discusses football, business success at Rally
In a conversation with former Indiana Gov. and Purdue University President Mitch Daniels, Manning discussed his career, family, leadership and post-football business endeavors.
Colts give Jonathan Taylor permission to seek trade, source says
The 2021 NFL rushing champion went on the physically unable to perform list when the Colts reported to training camp July 25 and is still on it as he continues to rehab.