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The 2025 season is firmly in the rearview mirror for the Indianapolis Colts and plans for 2026 are underway. We know a few things heading into the season such as who will be the general manager and coach, but there are more questions than answers at this time. That may sound fairly innocuous, but it […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 8 reads
In what has got to be one of the most surprising news breaks in this year’s coaching carousel cycle, the Buffalo Bills are reportedly interviewing former Chargers and Colts quarterback Philip Rivers for their head coach vacancy. Rivers came out of retirement this season to help Indianapolis make a late push for a playoff spot […]
From Bolts From The Blue | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
The Bills have been very interested in the 2025 Colts, opting to look for a replacement for the recently ousted Sean McDermott with a pair of candidates from the Colts coaching staff and roster. While Defensive Coordinator Lou Anarumo is no surprise candidate with his long history as Defensive Coordinator with the Bengals and Colts, […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
I do not know about the rest of you, but finding a rooting interest among the final four teams that are still remaining, is difficult at best for me. Usually, once the Colts are out of it, my focus turns to who I am rooting against. This is often determined by who my friend’s teams […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 6 reads
Curt Cignetti almost didn’t take Indiana job? D’Angelo Ponds declares for Draft! Colts place 3 in Top 100!
From KentSterling.com | about 1 month ago | 9 reads
Indianapolis, IN — The one position (group) that longtime Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard has remained consistently strong at has been that of the offensive line. It admittedly may be too early to tell, but rookie tackle Jalen Travis appears to be Ballard’s latest hit from across the offensive line. Drafted in the fourth […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
Cignetti free beer for life! Hoover vs. Mendoza! Colts Anarumo to talk to Bills! Should Pacers deal Mathurin?
From KentSterling.com | about 1 month ago | 8 reads
On Wednesday, the PFWA announced that Indianapolis Colts first-year tight end was named to their 2025 All-Rookie Team: It’s the latest league debut honor for the Colts prized 23-year-old tight end, who was also recently named to this year’s Pro Bowl games as well. Having been selected by the Colts with the 14th overall pick […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 1 read
The Buffalo Bills are reaching out to potential head coaching candidates, and while most seem to be offensive-minded coaches, the team reportedly will interview at least one veteran coach with a defensive background. Reports have leaked that the Bills have requested an interview with Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo for their head coaching position. […]
From Buffalo Rumblings | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
The Buffalo Bills have reached out to the Indianapolis Colts with intentions to request an interview with defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo as the franchise begins a search to fill its head coaching vacancy, per sources. In the wake of another heartbreaking playoff loss, Bills ownership made it clear they are ready to turn the chapter. The […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, one NFL executive made a surprising prediction regarding the 2026 Indianapolis Colts. Namely, that the Colts will win the division for the first time since 2014: “But they showed a proof of concept with what they had through 10 games,” an AFC executive said via Fowler. “They had Daniel Jones […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
Not to beat an increasingly dead horse here, but the Indianapolis Colts have not made the playoffs since 2020 (the COVID-19 year), and have not won the division since 2014. The organizational leader largely responsible for overseeing the football operations of the organization, general manager Chris Ballard, and his inability to achieve meaningful consistent success […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
According to PFF, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is listed among their ‘15 trade candidates ahead of the 2026 offseason’: QB Anthony Richardson, Indianapolis Colts The Colts’ path to contention was rapidly dashed midseason, especially after Daniel Jones tore his Achilles in Week 14. Now, Indianapolis has several major questions ahead — including what to do with Richardson. The former […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
Indianapolis, IN — The Indianapolis Colts have at times been starving for adequate cornerback play throughout the 2020s decade. With constant turnover at the position, and especially at boundary corner, only longtime Colt Kenny Moore II has remained a consistent, productive piece to said puzzle — and the Colts may have drafted his successor in […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
Indiana sports has been on an absolute tear recently. The Crossroads of America has been the sports capital recently. Known for hosting big sporting events, Indiana teams have been the stars. With a great postseason run comes the chance for postseason disappointment. Look no further than the golden era of Indianapolis Colts football. The highs […]
From Stampede Blue | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
Chris Ballard’s final press conference of the 2025 season looms large in the minds of fans and journalist’s alike, with one quote embodying what they can expect in the 2026 offseason: “We gotta get younger and faster on the defensive side.” Thus the priority is clear, get the Colts Defense up to snuff with an […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
Much of the time, when discussing needs after a season, there is somewhat of a consensus as to which position is the biggest need. Or we are at least split on two positions. I think that directly after the season last year, cornerback and quarterback may have been number one with a bullet, which saw […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
Quick. What’s the most important position in football? Yep, you got it if you answered quarterback, and if you answered anything other than that, you’re just a contrarian. They make the most money because they are so vital to a team’s success. The straw that stirs the drink touches the ball almost every offensive snap […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
Tutu Atwell had the longest catch in the NFL in 2025, an 88-yard game-winning touchdown against the Colts. It could end up being the most expensive catch in NFL history. The Rams have announced that Atwell is a healthy scratch for Sunday’s playoff game against the Chicago Bears, yet another nail in the coffin for […]
From Turf Show Times | about 2 months ago | 3 reads
According to PFF, Indianapolis Colts pending 2026 free agent Alec Pierce is the player that the Horseshoe can’t afford to lose—which isn’t all that surprising to be fair: Indianapolis Colts: WR Alec Pierce The Colts’ 2025 campaign was truly a tale of two halves. The team went from possible Super Bowl contenders to finishing third in the […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
According to PFF, Indianapolis Colts center Tanor Bortolini was their most improved player at his position league-wide during the 2025 campaign: Center: Tanor Bortolini, Indianapolis Colts The Colts are the NFL’s offensive lineman factory. Their ability to churn out NFL starters at every position across the offensive line is unparalleled. Lost a key starter? Not a problem, it […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 1 read
According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the Philadelphia Eagles requested to interview Indianapolis Colts current offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter for their same coaching role this early offseason for both teams: Under head coach Shane Steichen, the 41-year-old Cooter has served as the Colts offensive coordinator since 2023—having previously served as a passing coordinator for […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 5 reads
The Eagles are trying to make good use of this part of the coaching cycle, and while many teams are trying to first find their new head coach, Philadelphia is trying to nail down their new offensive coordinator. Reports on Saturday reveal the Eagles have requested an interview with a familiar face: Colts OC Jim […]
From Bleeding Green Nation | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
Indianapolis, IN — There’s much to be said about Colts general manager Chris Ballard’s hit rate, or lack thereof, of drafting defensive ends. Often opting for potential over production, he’s reversed course over the past couple of draft cycles, selecting Laiatu Latu and J.T. Tuimoloau in back-to-back drafts. Tuimoloau was drafted in the second round […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 3 reads
On Friday, the Indianapolis Colts announced that the team’s training camp will be moved from Grand Park in Westfield, Indiana, to franchise headquarters at its W. 56th street, Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center beginning in the 2027 offseason. This offseason will mark the team’s final training camp at Grand Park, at least as it stands. […]
From Stampede Blue | about 2 months ago | 2 reads