Why Colts-Dolphins matters to the Jets, even if it matters to no one else
Colts-Dolphins is one of the worst games on the Week 10 schedule. It does, however, hold a ton of meaning for the Jets.
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Eagles News: Is Philadelphia going to lose out?
The Bleeding Green Nation roundup examines whether the Philadelphia Eagles can avoid a historic 15‑game losing streak to end the 2026 season. After opening 2‑0, the team faces a tough slate of games—including matchups with the Steelers, Cowboys, Cardinals, Colts, Seahawks, Texans, 49ers and Giants—with only a slim chance of a win against Arizona or Indianapolis. A win would secure a top‑five draft pick and bolster Howie Roseman's rebuild, while another loss would set a franchise record for consecutive defeats. The article also reviews recent trade‑deadline moves and highlights linebackers Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter Jr., and Smael Mondon’s performances.
NFL: Daniel Jones Savages Indianapolis Colts' Owner After Trade Deadline
‘Not happy’ - NFL quarterback savages owner of $8bn franchise following trade deadline
Aaron Rodgers Could Reach Significant NFL Milestone vs. Bengals
Aaron Rodgers enters his final season just one win away from tying Drew Brees for fourth‑most NFL career wins (180 total). A win over the Bengals would move him past Brees' 172 regular‑season victories, placing him behind only Tom Brady, Peyton Manning and Brett Favre. Rodgers already eclipsed Ben Roethlisberger with a 34‑22 win over the Colts, surpassed Manning for third‑all‑time regular‑season TD passes (540) and now ranks third in total TD passes (585). He sits fifth in career passing yards and needs 1,855 more yards to hit 70,000. The matchup with Cincinnati could seal the milestone.
Rookie WR Chris Bell headlines Dolphins Week 10 inactive predictions
The Miami Dolphins will play the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday in a game that could have serious draft implications, and Miami isn't at full strength,
4 Colts who may be playing their final half-season in Indianapolis
The Indianapolis Colts aren't going to the playoffs this season, but these players might not be with the team past this year either.
Chiefs’ Josh Downs Trade Deadline Move Seen as Insurance for Travis Kelce’s Potential Exit
The Chiefs acquire WR Josh Downs from the Colts ahead of the Nov. 12 trade deadline, sending 2027 fourth‑ and fifth‑round picks plus a seventh‑rounder. Downs, who posted 33 catches for 354 yards and a TD in nine games, fills a roster hole after Xavier Worthy’s hamstring scare and adds depth to a receiver corps battered by injuries to Tyquan Thornton, Rashee Rice and Worthy. The move also serves as insurance if 37‑year‑old Travis Kelce retires after this season, a scenario analysts say could reshape Kansas City’s 2027 passing plans. Downs will have nine regular‑season games to prove himself and could earn a larger role or new contract next year.
Every Colts positional group ranked at the halfway point of 2026
With the Indianapolis Colts' 2026 season halfway over, which position groups have stepped up and which have failed miserably?
Kyle McCord will be the X-factor for the Dolphins in Week 10 vs. Colts
The Miami Dolphins are turning to a QB with no regular-season NFL experience, and the weight of a Week 10 victory rests on his shoulders.
Where to Watch: Colts host Dolphins for Week 10 matchup
The Indianapolis Colts (2‑7) host the Miami Dolphins (1‑7) at 1 PM EST on Week 10, with the game airing on CBS (Spero Dedes, Adam Archuleta), streaming on NFL+ and YouTubeTV, and simulcast locally on 97.1 Hank FM. Both teams rank near the bottom of the league in scoring and defense, and the roof at Lucas Oil Stadium will be closed. The Dolphins lead the series 48‑30, though the Colts won 33‑8 at home last season. Injury updates list several key players out for both sides, including Dolphins WR Chris Bell (knee) and Colts TE Mo Alie‑Cox (groin).
5 questions that will define the Colts' Week 10 matchup with the Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins will give the Indianapolis Colts the perfect opportunity to bounce back, and it will all depend on these five questions.
Colts’ biggest mistake at 2026 NFL Trade Deadline fire sale
The Indianapolis Colts’ 2026 trade‑deadline moves backfired, according to ClutchPoints. After firing GM Chris Ballard and trading cornerstones DeForest Buckner, Quenton Nelson and WR Josh Downs, the team kept veteran RB Jonathan Taylor despite a depleted roster and no 2027 first‑round pick. The article argues the move—refusing a Giants’ second‑round offer for Taylor—represents the biggest blunder, limiting asset accumulation and ignoring Taylor’s declining production on a weakened offense. With quarterback plans still unclear, the Colts risk further obscurity by clinging to a player who no longer fits their rebuild timeline.
NFL Official Set to Referee Two Games in Two Different States on the Same Day After FAA Ground Stop
An unprecedented FAA ground stop forces the NFL to assign side judge Don Willard to referee two games in one day. Willard and his crew will first work the Dolphins‑Colts matchup at Lucas Oil Stadium (1 p.m. ET) before driving 110 miles to the Steelers‑Bengals Sunday Night Football game at Paycor Stadium. The league also promotes backup officials Duane Heydt and Barry Anderson to head referee roles for other Week 10 games. The nationwide flight halt, caused by communication failures in the air‑traffic system, canceled over 2,000 flights—the longest ground stop in 25 years—prompting the rail‑based officiating solution.
Miami Dolphins Fans: Your Week 10 Vs Indianapolis Colts Predictions
Ahead of the Dolphins' week 10 clash with the Indianapolis Colts, fans and commenters offer a split verdict. Optimists cite a rising young defense that could deliver a pick‑six and push Miami to a second win, while skeptics warn that backup quarterback Jalen McCord’s inexperience, the loss of defensive captain DaQuan Sieler, and a struggling passing attack could limit the Phins to under 10 points. Predictions range from a 31‑17 Dolphins victory to a 20‑6 loss, with most agreeing the game will hinge on stopping RB Jonathan Taylor and giving McCord solid O‑line protection. The consensus: Miami’s defense may be the difference, but offensive woes cloud the outlook.
NFC Notes: Keenan Allen, Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford, 49ers, Rams
The 49ers trade for veteran WR Keenan Allen from the Colts, with Allen praising the team's locker room while awaiting a possible DUI suspension ruling. QB Brock Purdy says Allen is quickly adapting, and former rivalry chatter with Mike Evans has been settled. Meanwhile, Rams head coach Sean McVay explains the team chose to stay quiet at the deadline, focusing on injured‑reserve moves and getting players back, noting WR Puka Nacua’s IR placement was a roster decision. QB Matthew Stafford highlights rookie WR CJ Daniels as a promising addition to the Rams’ receiving corps.
Cowboys vs 49ers: 2 players to buy, 2 to sell against San Francisco
The Cowboys head into a showdown with the 7‑1 49ers after a tight win over Indianapolis. Writer highlights two players to buy—CeeDee Lamb, who posted 10 catches for 195 yards and a TD against the Colts and leads the team with 108 targets, and backup tight end Brevyn Spann‑Ford, stepping up after Jake Ferguson’s injury—and two to sell—QB Dak Prescott, whose 2‑4 record and five interceptions vs. San Francisco raise doubts, and a general warning on his recent turnover‑prone play. The piece argues Lamb remains Dallas’ top weapon, while Prescott must overcome a history of costly mistakes to pull off an upset.
AFC Notes: Josh Downs, Jonathan Taylor, Chiefs, Colts, Jaguars
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes praises rookie WR Josh Downs as a cerebral, route‑running talent who quickly grasps the offense and can thrive in Kansas City’s versatile system, noting his ability to read defenses and help teammates in the huddle. Coach Andy Reid adds Downs is ready for game action. Meanwhile, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor urges veterans to lead younger players after a roster reset, highlighting rookie lineman Jalen Farmer’s development and emphasizing professionalism as the team looks ahead to eight more games.
Colin Cowherd Comes up With an Odd Theory About Why 49ers Traded For Keenan Allen
The 49ers acquire veteran WR Keenan Allen from the Colts for a 2027 sixth‑round pick, sparking questions about the move’s age profile. Host Colin Cowherd attributes the trade to head coach Kyle Shanahan’s desire for ‘grown‑ups’ who understand route concepts, not TikTok‑obsessed players, emphasizing a Super Bowl‑level mindset. Allen, a six‑time Pro Bowler, brings 351 yards and a TD from eight games with Indianapolis but faces a possible DUI‑related suspension. He joins a veteran‑heavy receiving corps alongside Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, and tight end George Kittle.
Michael Pittman Jr. says he feels healthy enough to return
Veteran wideout Michael Pittman Jr. says he feels healthy enough to return, even though he remains on injured reserve after a plantar‑fasciitis injury that sidelined him since Week 4. Pittman told Steelers Now he’s “trending the right way” and hopes to play this week, though a 21‑day practice window hasn’t opened and he’ll miss the Cincinnati game. The Steelers made no moves at the trade deadline despite targeting Calvin Ridley and Brian Thomas Jr., leaving a thin receiver corps. Pittman, acquired from the Colts in March, has logged just three games this season with seven catches for 89 yards.
NFL Insiders Doubt 'Colts Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon Knows What She Wants in the Next GM'
The Indianapolis Colts are currently in a transitionary period, but even owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon may not know what the team's plans are just yet.
Steelers will have backup referee for matchup vs. Bengals
The Steelers host the Bengals on Sunday Night Football with first place in the AFC North on the line, but an unusual officiating twist looms. Due to an FAA ground stop, veteran side judge Don Willard will referee a Colts‑Dolphins game in Indianapolis at 1 p.m. and then drive 110 miles to Cincinnati to lead the crew for the Steelers‑Bengals showdown at 8:20 p.m. The regular officiating crew is off the weekend, and the Steelers are still deciding whether to bus or fly after the travel disruption. The game’s outcome will decide the division leader.
Dolphins add 3 players to active roster for Colts clash
The Miami Dolphins (1-7) promote three players to the active roster for their Week 10 showdown with the Indianapolis Colts (2-7) on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET. Kicker Zane Gonzalez, who has made five of seven field goals (including two 52‑yarders) and all extra points this season, signs after exhausting practice‑squad elevations. Quarterback Brady Cook and wide receiver Jalen Reagor are also elevated from the practice squad to add depth. Both clubs aim to break losing streaks, with Miami seeking its second win and the Colts trying to end a five‑game slide.
Dolphins fan confidence climbs following Lions game, ahead of Week 10 at Colts
Despite a 1‑7 start, Miami Dolphins fans are surprisingly upbeat. A Week 7 win over the Jets pushed confidence to a season‑high 97%, and a gritty performance against the Lions kept the fan poll above 90% heading into Week 10. However, injuries to QB Malik Willis (groin) and DT Zach Sieler (torn biceps) threaten the roster as the Fins prepare to face a 2‑7 Indianapolis Colts, who are 3.5‑point favorites at FanDuel. The article tracks weekly fan confidence percentages and invites readers to weigh in via the SB Nation app.
Colts make plethora of roster moves before Dolphins clash
The Indianapolis Colts shake up their roster ahead of a Week 10 showdown with the Miami Dolphins. They activate DE Arden Key from IR, sign LB West Weeks to the 53-man roster, and place TE Mo Alie‑Cox and LB Akeem Davis‑Gaither on injured reserve, sidelining both for at least four games. The moves aim to bolster a defense that’s struggled as Indianapolis sits 2‑7 and tries to halt a five‑game losing streak after a 27‑23 defeat to Dallas. The Dolphins (1‑7) host the Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on CBS.
Colts activate Arden Key from injured reserve, place two veterans on IR
The Indianapolis Colts activate defensive end Arden Key from injured reserve ahead of their Week 10 showdown with the Miami Dolphins, adding depth after the recent trade of DeForest Buckner. Key, who missed the past five games with a hamstring injury, returns having recorded eight tackles, half a sack and a forced fumble before going down in Week 4. Simultaneously, the team places tight end Mo Alie‑Cox and linebacker Akeem Davis‑Gaither on IR, and promotes undrafted linebacker West Weeks to the 53‑man roster. With the Colts now 2‑7 and five straight losses, Key’s return bolsters a pass‑rush relying on Laiatu Latu, Jaylahn Tuimoloau and Caden Curry, but injury woes persist across the roster.
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