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Two Colts players currently on the trade block not present at offseason workouts
Per longtime general manager Chris Ballard, two Indianapolis Colts players, quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. and cornerback Kenny Moore II, were not present on the first day of the team’s offseason workouts—as each player’s representation is currently exploring trade opportunities respectively (via ESPN’s Stephen Holder): It’s not exactly surprising, as Richardson’s camp was reportedly given permission […]
Colts GM Chris Ballard emphasizes key traits ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
The Indianapolis Colts are one of six NFL teams without a first round draft pick on Thursday. GM Chris Ballard never makes bold declarations to set the tone ahead of the NFL Draft, but the tenured architect instead delivered more clarity on the traits he’s looking for in a potential prospect. One may think Ballard […]
Colts WR Alec Pierce has ankle cleanup that is expected to keep him out of offseason activities
According to longtime general manager Chris Ballard, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce had recent ‘clean-up’ surgery on his injured ankle from last season and is expected to be back for team training camp in mid-to-late July (via FOX59/CBS Mike Chappell): At first earshot, it’s not the first thing that Colts fans ideally would like […]
Stampede Blue Staff Colts Mock Draft Roundtable for team’s 1st pick of 2026 NFL Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and officially kicks off Thursday 23rd April at 8pm Eastern Time. The Indianapolis Colts are scheduled to have 7 draft picks this year (unless they decide to trade up or down). The team is armed with just 2 of their 7 draft picks in the top 100, […]
The Colts sealed their fate with the 2023 NFL draft
Fate isn’t necessarily good or bad. It’s a word that goes both ways, but what the Indianapolis Colts did in 2023 sealed theirs for the foreseeable future and unfortunately, it isn’t the good kind of fate. Selecting Anthony Richardson fourth overall is shaping the future in ways unknown. It could all work out in the […]
Annual Draft Contest coming! Pick the new Colts and win nothing but bragging rights.
Many of you are familiar with this from my days of posting on Fan Posts, which is now The Feed. I’ve been given to opportunity to present the contest here on the main site, so this may be the first time that some of you have heard of this. For those of you who have […]
Making the Case for a Draft Day Trade: Could the Colts Trade More of Their 2026 Picks?
The Colts are heading into the 2026 draft without a first-round pick. Chris Ballard has built his reputation on stockpiling picks, acquiring as many “darts to throw at the dartboard” as possible. That’s why last year’s trade for Sauce Gardner was so surprising. It went against everything Ballard has typically avoided as a general manager. […]
A decade later and Ballard’s Colts are still chasing their white whale
“Thar she blows” or maybe, “Thar she doesn’t blow” is more appropriate when describing the odyssey Chris Ballard and the Indianapolis Colts have been on trying to find a truly impactful defensive end. Just like Captain Ahab, Ballard has been on the hunt. I’m not sure an edge rusher took his leg but the obsession […]
Position Mastery: How to scout safeties
Safety is one of the most demanding positions on the field because it blends responsibilities from multiple spots. A good safety needs to cover like a corner, tackle like a linebacker, and think like a quarterback. They are often the last line of defense, which means mistakes are amplified. One false step, one bad read, […]
Will the Colts staff use the same draft strategy as they have when they were on stable footing?
It is no secret that I am less upset with our current administration than most fans. I also should not appear delusional to them being on the hottest of seats. I was surprised that Ballard was retained at the end of each of the last two years. Not upset, but definitely surprised. When I go […]
Former Colts All-Pro and popular media personality will announce ‘Day 2’ draft picks
On Thursday, the NFL announced that Indianapolis Colts former All-Pro punter, now turned popular mainstream media personality Pat McAfee will announce the team’s ‘Day 2’ draft picks. Currently, the Colts have Pick #47 (2nd Round) and Pick #78 (3rd round) for McAfee to potentially call in. McAfee played from the Colts from 2009-2016, and is […]
It’s time to make Quenton Nelson a Colt for life
There are a lot of decisions the Colts have to get right over the next year; the one with Quenton Nelson isn’t one of the complicated ones. Nelson has been one of the best interior offensive linemen in the NFL since he entered the league in 2018. The resume speaks for itself: three First-Team All-Pro […]
What are the odds the Colts keep the 47th pick?
On the surface, asking whether the Indianapolis Colts will stay pat at pick 47 in the draft may seem like a rather boring question, but if one thinks about it, it’s an intriguing exercise. For all the classic Chris Ballard moves and his well known style, he isn’t always that consistent. This isn’t the first […]
Colts upgrade at linebacker in latest Mel Kiper Jr. Mock Draft
According to ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. (subscription), the Indianapolis Colts will select Texas linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. with the 47th overall pick (2nd round) in his latest 2-round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: 47. Indianapolis Colts Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas With no first-round pick this year, the Colts should be watching the linebacker board very carefully. […]
Can Jalen Travis’ emergence provide the Colts with a reason for hope?
Stop me if you heard this one. “The Colts have let four defensive starters and Michael Pittman go, without replacing them.” I can’t argue that the statement is categorically incorrect, but to say that we can’t still be improved at any or all of those positions, would not be categorically correct either. I’ll give you […]
Position Mastery: How to scout cornerbacks
Cornerback is one of the most difficult positions to evaluate, and one of the easiest to get wrong if you focus too much on interceptions or highlight plays. Some corners look dominant in college because they’re simply better athletes than the receivers they face. Others rack up production in zone-heavy systems without being asked to […]
Colts sign unretired veteran safety to bolster depth
Tell me if you’ve heard this story recently before. A former Los Angeles Charger surprisingly comes out of retirement after a number of years to play for the Indianapolis Colts, only this time, it isn’t longtime grizzled veteran quarterback Philip Rivers. Instead, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Indianapolis Colts signed free agent safety Nasir Adderley, […]
Colts reportedly ‘very high’ on TCU LB Kaleb Elarms-Orr ahead of NFL Draft
According to Essentially Sports Tony Pauline, the Indianapolis Colts are ‘very high’ on TCU linebacker Kaleb Elarms-Orr ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft, among other interested league teams: “Kaleb Elarms-Orr of TCU and Trey Moore from Texas are receiving a lot of positive chatter in the scouting community and could end up being selected higher […]
Important offseason dates coming up for Colts
As highlighted by Fox59/CBS4’s Mike Chappell, the Indianapolis Colts have some important offseason dates coming up—including pre-draft media availability by both longtime general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen early next week: While the Colts currently do not have a first round pick, as their Pick #16 was sent to the New York […]
PFF believes that Colts current biggest positional need is at starting linebacker
According to PFF’s Bradley Locker, the Indianapolis Colts biggest remaining positional need is at linebacker, and given the current status of the position, he’s not exactly wrong: Indianapolis Colts: Linebacker The Colts do have a need at right tackle following Smith’s departure, but their linebacker unit is pretty desperate for an upgrade. Currently, Indianapolis fields Akeem Davis-Gaither and Austin […]
With no first round pick, the Colts are looking for more Day 2 success
The Indianapolis Colts have been down this road before. Chris Ballard is no stranger to being without a first-round pick. Whether trading out of the first round or using the pick to acquire DeForest Buckner and Carson Wentz, Ballard has shown an ability to make it work. He will have to come up big again […]
ESPN NFL Insider believes the Colts will trade CB Kenny Moore II pretty soon here
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter on ‘The Pat McAfee Show’ with host Pat McAfee, he anticipates that the Indianapolis Colts will complete a trade for veteran slot cornerback Kenny Moore II around late April’s upcoming NFL Draft weekend: “I think that you will see a slew of moves made draft weekend,” Schefter said on Monday’s […]
Kenny Moore and the Future of the Nickel Position
Last week, Kenny Moore and the Colts mutually agreed to part ways, with Moore now expected to seek a trade. On one hand, it’s a bit surprising. Moore was supposed to benefit from Lou Anarumo and the new scheme he’s bringing to Indianapolis. Anarumo loves to blitz from the slot—one of Moore’s best traits—and uses […]
5 Potential Kenny Moore II Draft replacements
News broke on Friday morning that longtime Colts veteran cornerback Kenny Moore II and the Colts have mutually agreed to seek out a trade. The former 2017 waiver wire claim turned Pro Bowler and Team Captain has long been a fan favorite for his energy, passion, community outreach, and abilities on the field. Replacing him […]
5 Linebacker Draft Options For The Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts are expected to target defensive reinforcements in the 2026 NFL Draft, and linebacker is a particularly strong position group this cycle. The Colts linebacker group currently ranks as one of the worst in the league after trading away Zaire Franklin and letting not to re-sign Germaine Pratt. However, in the draft class […]
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