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Breaking Down the Colts Massive Trade for Sauce Gardner

I was going to break down the Steelers game for my film breakdown this week, but I had a feeling the Colts were up to something. So I held off—and good thing I did. The Colts capped off their most aggressive acquisition period in the Chris Ballard era by acquiring All-Pro CB Sauce Gardner. Sauce […]

From Stampede Blue | 29 days ago | 4 reads

Did the Colts make the right decision by trading for Sauce?

If you boil this down to courtroom style and berate me as a witness, I will give you a simple “Yes, we made the right decision” answer. If you have the opportunity to bring in this sort of difference maker, during a season where the conference seems more up for grabs than any year in […]

From Stampede Blue | 30 days ago | 0 reads

Quick Stats: Jacksonville Jaguars vs Houston Texans

Your Houston Texans were hit with several pieces of unfortunate news this week. With the deck already stacked against them in the AFC South, the road ahead is getting rougher. The division leading Indianapolis Colts traded with the New York Jets to land all-pro cornerback Sauce Gardener. For a team already sitting at 7-2, facing […]

From Battle Red Blog | 30 days ago | 2 reads

Are Sauce Gardner’s penalty issues overblown?

Indianapolis, IN — The Indianapolis Colts had been desperate for competent cornerback play in recent years. From BoPete Keyes and Anthony Chesley in primetime to the entire room being ravaged by injury, the cornerback experience under general manager Chris Ballard had seen better days — then again, it hadn’t. Veteran acquisitions Xavier Rhodes and Stephon […]

From Stampede Blue | 30 days ago | 1 read

Falcons trade deadline was too quiet: Falcoholic Live, Ep353

The Falcons did nothing at the NFL trade deadline, which means the team is stuck with the bad Kirk Cousins contract into 2026 and no additional picks coming in the 2026 NFL Draft. Kevin Knight and Adnan Ikic break down the disappointing lack of moves, the mounting injuries on Atlanta’s offensive line, the upcoming Colts […]

From The Falcoholic | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Darnell Washington misses practice with surprise injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers begin a new week after defeating the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9 to improve to 5-3. They will travel to Los Angeles to face the Chargers in Week 10 on Sunday Night Football. Holding their first practice of the week, several names did not participate on Wednesday, including tight end Darnell Washington […]

From Behind the Steel Curtain | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Indianapolis Colts Injury Report: New CB Sauce Gardner A Full Participant

The Indianapolis Colts today released there Wednesday injury report for Week 10 of the NFL season against the Atalanta Falcons in Germany on Sunday. Defensive tackle DeForest Buckner missed practice today with a neck injury. Buckner exited the game last Sunday against the Steelers but did manage to return although it was briefly. Buckner is […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Forget about the cost because Ballard made the Indianapolis Colts a lot better

What has gotten into Chris Ballard? Did he have an epiphany or…? The GM for the Indianapolis Colts doesn’t make mid-season trades. Ballard doesn’t give up two first round picks for anyone. Heck, he doesn’t make many moves at all. Ballard moves around the game board in a systematic way and almost never deviates. Getting […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 0 reads

New Colts CB Sauce Gardner ‘elevates everyone around him’ and will make Indy debut Sunday—if clears protocol

According to head coach Shane Steichen, new Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner “‘elevates everyone around him’“ as “his resume speaks for itself.” While the Colts gave up a steep price, including their next two first round picks and young wideout AD Mitchell, he’s not worried about the future as the Colts currently sit at 7-2, […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Steelers’ Alex Highsmith named AFC Defensive Player of the Week

Steelers outside linebacker Alex Highsmith was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 9 after a strong performance against the Indianapolis Colts. Highsmith logged four combined tackles, two sacks, a forced fumble, three tackles for loss, one quarterback hit, and a pass defensed in Pittsburgh’s 27-20 win. The award marks Highsmith’s third […]

From Behind the Steel Curtain | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Colts Reacts Survey Week 10: Hear about that big trade?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Colts fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Please take our survey

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Mike Tomlin calls out ‘boneheaded’ play by Steelers WR

It’s been an up-and-down start to his NFL career for Roman Wilson, mostly with downs. Another came on Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts. Wilson played his best game as a Steeler the week prior with four catches for 74 yards and his first-career touchdown against the Green Bay Packers. Wilson caught one pass for four […]

From Behind the Steel Curtain | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Steelers Read & React: Defensive shakeups and a quiet trade deadline

The spirits around Steelers Nation are notably higher, for this week at least, following an impressive victory over the AFC’s top-seeded Indianapolis Colts. The Steelers absolutely needed the win coming off two straight losses and seeing their hold atop the AFC North weakening. The odds seemed against Pittsburgh, but the reemergence of the  Steelers’ defense […]

From Behind the Steel Curtain | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Colts GM Chris Ballard just built a 3-year window to win a championship

Just hours before the trade deadline, Chris Ballard and the Indianapolis Colts made a blockbuster trade for Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner, star cornerback of the New York Jets. Gardner, just 25 and already one of the league’s premier cover men, brings elite length, physicality at the line, and the kind of confidence that shrinks throwing windows […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Falcons – Colts Week 10 2025 Game Coverage

We’re on to Germany. The Atlanta Falcons now have lost three games in a row, and have to travel over the Atlantic to face a pissed-off Indianapolis Colts team fresh off an ugly loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Atlanta needs a win to avoid dropping to 3-6, a record that would give them no margin […]

From The Falcoholic | about 1 month ago | 2 reads

NFL Week 10 Anytime Touchdown Scorer Prop Bet & Odds

If you’re searching for Week 10 anytime TD prop bets, you’ve come to the right place. There are 14 games on the slate this week, so there is no shortage of options to wager on. Take a peek at the complete list of odds below prior to putting any money on Jonathan Taylor, who is -320 to get into the end zone, or any other player to hit paydirt this week. Top Week 10 Anytime Touchdown Scorer Odds Scoring predictions via 4for4 . Jonathan Taylor (-320) Week 10: Colts vs Falcons Game Tim...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 1 month ago | 1 read

NFL Week 10 Computer Picks and Best Bets

Wondering about the best wager among all 14 NFL games in Week 10? Our choice, in terms of the point spreads, is Colts -6. But scroll down, because we have plenty more tips, and that could lead to parlay opportunities. Check out this week’s NFL action on Fubo , where you can also add on NFL RedZone to track every game at once. Best Week 10 Spread Picks Atlanta Falcons vs. Indianapolis Colts Game Day: Nov. 9 Kickoff: 9:30 a.m. ET Spread Favorite: Indianapolis (-6) Projected Winner...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 1 month ago | 1 read

New prized Colts CB Sauce Gardner’s salary cap hits come in

According to Spotrac, new Indianapolis Colts 2x NFL First-Team All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner’s salary cap hits have come in both for the remainder of the 2025 campaign and beyond: It’s worth noting that the former 4th overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft signed a 4-year, $120.4 million contract extension this past offseason before New […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 0 reads

Chiefs Playoff Picture: At 5-4, still a good chance for the playoffs

The Kansas City Chiefs now stand 5-4 after recording a 28-21 road loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday afternoon. Eight games remain in the team’s 2025 schedule. After their Week 10 bye, Kansas City will be on the road to face the Denver Broncos, then host the Indianapolis Colts at GEHA Field at Arrowhead […]

From Arrowhead Pride | about 1 month ago | 2 reads

Colts were reportedly close to trading for Saints CB Alontae Taylor before Sauce Gardner deal

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Indianapolis Colts were reportedly close to trading for New Orleans Saints readily available cornerback Alontae Taylor before ultimately landing New York Jets All-Pro corner Sauce Gardner in a trade deadline blockbuster—which was a clear upgrade comparatively: Reading the tea leaves below, if you believe Fox NFL Sunday’s Jay Glazer, […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Colts GM Chris Ballard provides public statement on Sauce Gardner trade deadline mega-deal

Indianapolis Colts longtime general manager Chris Ballard provided a public statement on the trade deadline splash that sent former New York Jets 2x NFL All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner to the horseshoe, and created seismic waves through league circles and the national media alike (via ESPN Stephen Holder): The Colts were reportedly active in the trade […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 1 read

Colts’ Week 9 QB Analysis: Ooph

Thanks to the nflFastR project, Pro Football Focus and NFL NextGen Stats for the timely sources of data. For those of you new to this, I will publish key QB stats each week judging how well the Colts’ QB performed. Yes, O-Line, receivers, and play-calling impact these numbers but they are primarily QB measures. I will probably modify the […]

From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 0 reads