Andrew Luck is two-for-two in his NFL career. His second professional season finds him in a different offense. Not to sweat, he has seen much of it before at Stanford. This is the first of a two-part series on Luck and his 2013 OTAs. Friday’s story – what his position coach, Clyde Christensen, is doing to prepare Luck for the upcoming season.
- 11 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:37am -

Between now and the start of August, Colts.com will take a look back at each of the Colts 2012 victories. The piece will run every Thursday with the first entry coming today.
- 12 hours ago, 23 May 13, 6:34am -

The Colts finished the third of 10 OTA practices Wednesday under cloudy skies and in windy conditions. Players and coaches keep working hard with the aim of laying a foundation for mini-camp and training camp.
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 12:29pm -

Each week readers of Colts.com can submit questions about the team and have the chance for their questions to be answered. Here are this week’s answers to selected questions that were sent. To submit a question for Craig you can visit the COLTS MAILBAG or tweet your question with the hashtag #COLTSMAILBAG.
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 8:32am -

Colts, Emmis Communications Encourage Online Donations to the Red Cross
- 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 6:24am -

Ryan Grigson made it a near-weekly practice last year to bolster the back end of the playing roster as the Colts pushed to an 11-5 finish. This year’s aggressive approach by Grigson provides a different bit of help as the Colts have their most seasoned backup quarterback in 12 years.
- 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 4:31am -

Hey Colts fans, it’s Matt Bowen your Colts Team Photographer, and here is this week's Top Ten Photos.
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 1:46pm -

Ricky Jean-Francois is one of eight unrestricted free agents to join the Colts this year. Jean-Francois’ four seasons in San Francisco included two under defensive coordinator Greg Manusky. That relationship is paving the way with the Colts.
- 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:14am -

A coach like Chuck Pagano has known since his childhood the importance of teamwork and communication. Over the weekend, he stepped into a different arena and has a deeper appreciation for those two necessities in competition.
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 11:52am -

The last four weeks of the off-season workout program are home to 10 OTA practices. Reaching this phase means the pace is graduated another notch, and players are ready to mix it up, starting today.
- 4 days ago, 20 May 13, 4:02am -

Almost every article that has been published in the 24 hours since Brian Urlacher announced his retirement has included the words “future Hall of Famer.” But one veteran NFL personnel man says he’s not so sure about that. Former Colts and Giants G.M. Ernie Accorsi said on SiriusXM’s Mad Dog Radio that he isn’t convinced…
- 9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:18am -

Colts owner Jim Irsay can be quirky.  At times, unpredictable.  At other times, a little belligerent.  And he’s taken a few shots at yours truly, who has taken a few shots at him. But when there’s a cause that would benefit from the donation of funds, he’s typically at the front of the line. Irsay…
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 6:32am -

One of the burning questions about the Houston Texans for the 2013 season is whether they will be able to break through and advance beyond the second round of the playoffs after losing in that round in each of the last two years. If they do, it’s likely that rookie wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins will…
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 1:44pm -

Dwight Freeney will be reuniting with Peyton Manning in a different way this season. With the Broncos ultimately dismissing Manning’s effort to get his former Colts teammate to Denver, Freeney will now spend one-eighth of the 2013 season chasing Peyton around. Freeney officially is a Charger, where he’ll remain a 3-4 linebacker for the second…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 12:10pm -

In the wake of the news that linebacker Moise Fokou was charged with DUI in January, the question becomes whether the Titans knew about the situation when signing him to a contract in March. If they did (or if they didn’t), the Titans aren’t saying. In response to that question, a team spokesman deferred to…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 9:53am -

Recent reports indicated that Dwight Freeney was willing to take the same base deal signed by Osi Umenyiora in Atlanta:  Two years, $8.5 million. Freeney ended up doing a little better.  If $250,000 counts as “a little.” Per a source with knowledge of the deal, Freeney’s two-year contract with the Chargers carries a base value…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 9:30am -

Well, that was fast. An agreement is in place between veteran defensive end/linebacker Dwight Freeney and the San Diego Chargers. Freeney, who spent 11 seasons with the Colts after arriving from Syracuse as a first-round pick in 2002, presumably steps into the starting lineup in San Diego, due to the recent knee injury suffered by…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 9:15am -

Patience will end up paying off for Dwight Freeney. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, a deal between Freeney and the Chargers is “almost done,” and it “should be done today.” Though the veteran preferred to join a team with a 4-3 defense, he’ll be landing with a 3-4 team after more than…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 8:40am -

After red-shirting his rookie year, Colts nose tackle Josh Chapman is apparently well and ready to win a starting job. Last year’s fifth-round pick didn’t play because of a knee injury suffered in college, but according to the team’s official website, is healthy and will be working with the first team when OTAs start next…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 12:20pm -

Dwight Freeney enjoyed a pleasant two days in San Diego, but left without a deal. Which probably means the Chargers weren’t prepared to pay him “Osi money.” According to Michael Gehlken of U-T San Diego, Freeney wrapped up a two-day stay with the Chargers Thursday, noting “those familiar with it describe it as having gone…
- 7 days ago, 17 May 13, 4:10am -

Hot News for OT Winston Justice
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:25pm -

A well-known Syracuse alum moves his gridiron work, but remains in the AFC, as he looks to continue writing his own positive history in the NFL. More inside.
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 8:04pm -

Hot News for DE Dwight Freeney
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 9:55am -

Hot News for DE Dwight Freeney
- 7 days ago, 16 May 13, 11:43am -

Hot News for RB Deji Karim
- 9 days ago, 14 May 13, 2:03pm -

Hot News for OT Winston Justice
- 10 days ago, 14 May 13, 12:45am -

Hot News for DB Chuck Pagano
- 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 2:25pm -

After watching their Pro Bowl safety LaRon Landry walk out the door during free agency, the New York Jets are keeping it all in the family in order to revitalize Rex Ryan's once-vaunted defense.
- 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 1:04pm -

South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney is the top ranked prospect for next year's NFL Draft eligible players.
- 24 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 7:53am -

San Francisco, Arizona, and Minnesota are three teams that drafted very well.
- 25 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 7:22am -

A year ago, no one knew if Peyton Manning was still Peyton Manning. The Broncos QB details with Pete Prisco how he overcame a healthy dose of self-doubt.
- 24 hours ago, 22 May 13, 6:40pm -

Who starts at QB for the Bills, Jets, Raiders and Eagles? Who fills the leadership void in Baltimore? Pete Prisco asks a pressing question for each team heading into the summer.
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 7:46am -

While Jason La Canfora doesn't see the AFC playoff picture changing much (sorry, Miami), he says look out for some surprise playoff teams in the wide-open NFC -- starting with the revamped Rams.
- 13 days ago, 10 May 13, 9:33am -

Did your team make the grade or fall short? Pete Prisco breaks down the job by all 32 NFL teams, and finds a few franchises that ace the draft and several that fall short.
- 25 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 10:31am -

The future is now. Pete Prisco builds a different mock draft -- one that addresses teams' biggest needs, and, shockingly, one without a quarterback in Round 1.
- 29 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 7:30am -

Every NFL Draft takes three years to truly evaluate. Pete Prisco looks back at his 2010 Grades (he'd like to have that Jimmy Clausen prediction back).
- 36 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 4:37pm -

You will not find any 'A' or 'F' marks among Pete Prisco's grading of the opening week of free agency. The salary cap and draft dependency prevent super splashes.
- 66 days ago, 19 Mar 13, 6:14am -

NFL '13 Divisional Picks
- 10 Jan 13, 10:44am -

2012 NFL Power Rankings, Week 17
- 4 Jan 13, 5:57pm -

NFL '13 Wild Card Picks
- 2 Jan 13, 7:18am -

Robert Griffin III's rehab started with a ''cry festival.'' Thencame a special new passcode for his cellphone and a chance to hashthings with coach Mike Shanahan.
- 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:52pm -

Mark Sanchez threw three interceptions, and Geno Smith talkedabout all the improvements he needs to make.
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 3:53pm -

Jake Locker believes the best way to be a leader is by doing,not talking. It's why the Titans quarterback worked so hard on hisrecovery from offseason shoulder surgery to be ready for the team'soffseason program.
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 2:49pm -

- 5 days ago, 19 May 13, 3:30am -

The San Diego Chargers have agreed to a two-year deal with starpass rusher Dwight Freeney that could be worth $13.35 million.
- 6 days ago, 18 May 13, 6:23am -

NFL makes globalizing American football high priority.
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 9:57am -

Did your team get better or worse this offseason? We take a look atthe AFC South.
- 20 days ago, 3 May 13, 9:22am -

The Indianapolis Colts signed free agent linebacker Caesar Rayford and waived linebacker Jake Killeen on Thursday, the team announced.
- 49 mins ago, 23 May 13, 5:40pm -

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Emphasizing surprise and versatility, Buffalo Bills first-year defensive coordinator Mike Pettine is unveiling a new scheme designed to keep opponents guessing.
- 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:15pm -

COMMENTARY| Former New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi was recently voted in as the newest member of the team's Hall of Fame. While his induction is richly deserved, it also raises the question of who else deserves the same honor, as there appears to be some key players missing.
- 5 hours ago, 23 May 13, 1:07pm -

If you're watching the Indy 500 this Sunday, and you're a hardcore pro football fan, your worlds will intersect in ways you did not expect. San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh will be driving the pace car -- a 2014 Corvette Stingray -- this year at the legendary race. "I'm awaiting my coaching and instructions, and then ready for practice,'' Harbaugh said at the team's OTAs on Wednesday. Harbaugh has a lot of history with the area, and with racing in general. The 14-year NFL quarterback played for the Indianapolis Colts from 1994 through 1997 (when he was replaced by that Peyton Ma…
- 10 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:11am -

Luck glad to be part of offseason work
- 19 hours ago, 22 May 13, 11:00pm -

Crabtree has surgery for torn Achilles
- 20 hours ago, 22 May 13, 10:30pm -

Delmas absent, Burleson present at OTAs
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 4:39pm -

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- Jim Harbaugh insists he will coachable when it comes to the tricks of driving the Indianapolis 500 pace car this weekend.
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 4:07pm -

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- Mark Sanchez threw three interceptions, and Geno Smith talked about all the improvements he needs to make.
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 3:53pm -

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck has been impressed with the addition of former Oakland wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey, who joined the team through free agency.
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 2:10pm -

The Indianapolis Colts began their first set of OTAs on Monday, kicking off the beginning of practices for the team and its new faces.With OTAs now officially beginning, one of the bigger things for fans and media alike to start watching out for is how the offense will run.The addition of Pep Hamilton brought in plenty of excitement and buzz around Indianapolis. Back when Hamilton was hired, there was plenty of talk about potential running plays out of the pistol or wildcat formations, and even potentially some read-option plays.Now, a lot of that hype has died down and been replac…
- 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 7:54am -

Just a few days ago, we looked at a free agent outside linebacker the Colts signed, Erik Walden. Today we look at another free agent linebacker also signed on the first day of free agency, Lawrence Sidbury. Sidbury spent the past four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons, who drafted him in the fourth round of the 2009 NFL Draft. The University of Richmond product recorded 20.5 sacks in his career with the Spiders and notched 11.5 of them in his senior season of 2008. In four NFL seasons, however, Sidbury has only made 17 tackles and 5 sacks - total. He has yet to start a game in th…
- 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 5:00am -

The Indianapolis Colts addressed many, many needs this offseason. Among the biggest overhauls were the offensive line, defensive line, and secondary. Those were the clear-cut, glaring needs the team had, but they also had several second-tier needs. One of those was the running back position.Many people thought that the running back position needed to be addressed, and yes, it was indeed addressed. In the seventh round of the draft the Colts took Kerwynn Williams out of Utah State - although even then the move was to boost the special teams as well.There has been a lot of uncertai…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 4:43pm -

With the beginning of organized team activities (or, OTAs for short), the 2013 campaign has officially begun for the Indianapolis Colts.In the long-gone days of yester-year, training camp marked the official "beginning" of the seasons for players and fans alike. Not anymore. NFL football is a year round event, with only the month of June serving as a true offseason with little to no news or discussion points.In case you aren't clear what OTAs are, they are team-controlled sessions that allow all players under contract to come to the Colts facilities and train together. This includes…
- 4 days ago, 20 May 13, 5:42am -

Shortly after free agency begun on March 12, the Indianapolis Colts agreed to a deal with outside linebacker Erik Walden. A whopping 4 year, $16 million deal. Walden is a guy entering his 6th season, and the Colts are the 5th team he has been on. The Dallas Cowboys drafted him in the 6th round of the 2008 draft out of Middle Tennessee State, but they waived him during the final roster cuts in training camp. The Kansas City Chiefs signed him, but they also waived him by mid-season. That's when the Miami Dolphins claimed him, and he stayed in Miami until the 2010 season, when, you…
- 4 days ago, 19 May 13, 11:00am -

This time of the year is the "dead" period of the NFL off-season. Brad Wells, Tyler Brooke, Josh Wilson, and I have thought of doing a podcast or Google plus hangout soon. We have thought of multiple names such as Stable Talk and Stampede Blue Crew Podcast. We are looking for a creative and fun name relating to the site. Also, with obvious ties to the Colts as well.The podcast or Google plus hangout (whichever one) will last 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the length of topics and guests. I am looking forward to this, as are all the other writers on Stampede Blue. The dates and t…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 11:10am -

For 11 years, Dwight Freeney donned his blue and white number 93 jersey and took the field for the Indianapolis Colts. When next season rolls around, however, things will be different. While he will still be wearing blue, it won't be Colts blue. Freeney today signed a 2-year deal with the San Diego Chargers. Former Colt Tom Telesco is the new GM of the Chargers, so it makes sense for him to have had interest in Freeney after Melvin Ingram tore his ACL this past week. The day after that happened, the Chargers brought Freeney in for a visit, and today they agreed to a deal.Another…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 9:18am -

The Indianapolis Colts appear to be quite excited with Bjoern Werner now on the team. As a former defensive end in a 4-3 scheme, it can be difficult to make the transition to a 3-4 outside linebacker.For Werner, it seems that the team is letting him go with a rather different stance.According to George Bremer of The Herald Bulletin, Werner was using a four-point stance during rookie minicamp.Normally for an pass rusher in a 3-4 scheme, they stand up without a hand on the ground or with one hand on the ground and explode off of the snap. In a four-point stance like Werner is now us…
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 7:39am -

New Era, the official on-field headwear of the National Football League, is teaming up with the NFL to launch the Back to Football Photo Day contest. So what this means is that Coltsfans will now have the chance to join the ranks of Andrew Luck to also become THE face of the Colts. The contest, which [...]
- 8 days ago, 15 May 13, 2:19pm -

The Colts were looking to boost the defense with their first pick of the NFL Draft, and did so with the selection of Florida St. DE Bjorn Werner. Born and raised in Berlin, Germany, Werner enjoyed American football growing up and joined a club team before moving to the United States as a high school [...]
- 28 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 8:07pm -

Jim Irsay is in Phoenix for the NFL owners meetings, and he got the Twitter-following portion of his fan base worked up late Saturday, Mike Chappell of the Indianapolis Star reports. This much is clear, unless Irsay is just flat-out yanking everyone’s chain: a wide receiver is about to be added to the roster. After [...]
- 67 days ago, 17 Mar 13, 2:18pm -

Longtime Colts center Jeff Saturday returned to the organization for one day Thursday to hold a presser to announce his retirement. Saturday played 13 seasons with the Colts before one season with the Packers in 2012. “The years I spent with the Colts were truly remarkable and I am honored to be able to retire [...]
- 77 days ago, 7 Mar 13, 2:17pm -

Brian Billick, Charles Davis and Laura Okmin on the Colts’ offseason needs.
- 85 days ago, 27 Feb 13, 12:51pm -

Dwight Freeney expected to receive an offer from the Colts and finish his career in Indianapolis, Mike Chappell of the Indianapolis Star reports. “I’ll be honest with you, I was surprised the way it happened,” Freeney said in a telephone interview today with the Indianapolis Star. “I figured they would offer me something low and [...]
- 92 days ago, 20 Feb 13, 7:34pm -

Athleticism +Explodes out of stance and across the line of scrimmage, is able to catch the OT often before he is set +Coils in his stance prior to the snap +Shows a lot of balance in his rush, is able to rush with speed and power without getting out of control +Generates a lot of [...]
- 92 days ago, 20 Feb 13, 1:26pm -

For the second straight season, the Colts appear headed for a major overhaul on the roster. It appears that it will continue in 2013. On Friday, the Colts made it official, issuing a statement saying it would not re-sign longtime LB Dwight Freeney, the Colts’ career sacks leader. Also not coming back is wide out [...]
- 97 days ago, 15 Feb 13, 7:54pm -

By Matt Jergensen As they prepare for the 2013 season over the next few months, here’s a look at some of the key dates to keep in mind: (Note: Some of the dates for team activities like minicamp and training camp have yet to be announced). Feb. 18: Teams Can Begin Applying Franchise Tag Teams [...]
- 98 days ago, 15 Feb 13, 1:58am -

Athleticism + 320 lbs athlete who runs and moves extremely well for his size + Built like a boulder, solid and possesses great natural strength both in the lower half and upper body + Extremely quick and agile for DT, can change direction, extremely light on his feet + Lateral mobility is great for his [...]
- 8 Feb 13, 5:43pm -

This belongs in the take-it-for-what-it’s-worth category. But the info is interesting nonetheless. CBSSports.com likes Jim Irsay. Likes him a lot. It also rates two of Irsay’s Colts – Robert Mathis and Andrew Luck – among the top 100 players in the NFL. The two polls are part of CBSSports.com’s attempt at filling the dead time... Read More
- 7 days ago, 16 May 13, 9:37am -

  Dwight Freeney’s offseason of relative inactivity is back in motion. He has to hope this is a one-stop shopping trip. The Colts’ career sack leader, who became an unrestricted free agent in March, reportedly is meeting with the San Diego Chargers today, according to ESPN. The Chargers suddenly are in the market for a... Read More
- 8 days ago, 15 May 13, 8:00am -

The Colts are about halfway through their offseason workout program. It began April 15 and concludes June 13 with the final session of a three-day mandatory minicamp. While Andrew Luck, Robert Mathis, Bjoern Werner and the rest go about their business of digging into their playbooks and seeing how that transfers to the practice field,... Read More
- 9 days ago, 14 May 13, 7:56am -

Maybe I’ve mentioned this before, but use a pencil when filling out your Colts’ depth chart. And make sure it has an eraser. The latest tweaking to the roster involves the offensive line, which shouldn’t come as a surprise. Players probably enter the meeting room through a revolving door. The mild surprise, at least to... Read More
- 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 9:39am -

They’re in there, somewhere. A Gary Brackett. A Melvin Bullitt. A Dominic Rhodes. A Terrence Wilkins. Anonymous to the general public today, the 10 undrafted rookie free agents added last week to the roster begin their long, uphill battle as the Colts hold their three-day rookie minicamp at the team’s Northwestside complex. It’s anybody’s guess how... Read More
- 17 days ago, 6 May 13, 8:35am -

I’m not a sports agent certified by the National Football League Players Association, and have no aspirations to become one. Even so, it doesn’t take a skilled agent or NFL ”capologist” to hazard an educated guess as to what the Colts’ seven draft picks should anticipate from their rookie contracts. The league’s rookie wage scale,... Read More
- 20 days ago, 3 May 13, 10:22am -

What’s more nonsensical than passing out team-by-team grades in the days following the NFL Draft? Glad you asked. How about an offseason NFL Power Ranking? Yet there they are. I noticed one by ESPN, another on NFL.com. In early May. That’s the media world we live in. Offseason polls are put together and posted because... Read More
- 21 days ago, 2 May 13, 1:27pm -

This is the time to use pencil, not pen, when updating NFL rosters. Change happens. Often. If I’m a player residing near the bottom of the 90-man offseason roster, I’m worried from the time my feet hit the floor in the morning until my head hits the pillow at night. You know, guys like Jerry... Read More
- 23 days ago, 30 Apr 13, 9:15am -

You’ve probably already been inundated with the so-called measureables of the newest Colts, and gotten a taste of some of the personal history they bring with them to the NFL. But there’s more to come once we get the opportunity to meet Bjoern Werner, Hugh Thornton, John Boyett and the rest in the more casual... Read More
- 25 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 4:26pm -

The outrage was immediate and, occasionally, over the top. General manager Ryan Grigson, many insisted, had temporarily lost his mind. Send the Colts’ 2013 second- and fifth-round draft picks to the Miami Dolphins for enigmatic cornerback Vontae Davis? Really? Yes, really. Grigson’s rationale at the time was Davis was a better player than the Colts... Read More
- 26 days ago, 27 Apr 13, 8:51am -

The Colts signed nine free agents Tuesday and waived three veterans - another flurry of moves in an offseason full of changes.
- 23 days ago, 1 May 13, 1:00am -

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. The Buffalo Bills aren't finished tinkering with their linebackers this offseason.
- 24 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 5:19pm -

Profiles of the 2013 Indianapolis Colts draft picks, listed by round, overall draft spot, name, position, college, height and weight. 1. (24) Bjorern Werner, de-olb, Florida State, 6-3, 266.
- 25 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 1:00am -

Ryan Grigson might never have another draft class quite like this one.
- 26 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 1:00am -

Bjoern Werner still remembers using pass rushers Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis on his "Madden NFL" all-star team. Now he'll try to replace one and learn from the other.
- 27 days ago, 27 Apr 13, 1:00am -

INDIANAPOLIS The Indianapolis Colts selected defensive end Bjoern Werner of Florida State with the No. 24 pick in the NFL
- 28 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 9:14pm -

Ryan Grigson doesn't care what position they play, what his team's perceived needs are or what round they come in. He wants one thing in this year's draft and that's impact players. He would rather find guys that fit Indianapolis' system and fit in with the coaching staff.
- 30 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 1:00am -

Peyton Manning back in Indianapolis - in a Broncos uniform. Peyton vs. younger brother Eli in another Manning Bowl. Andy Reid returning to Philadelphia: Let the booing begin now.
- 35 days ago, 19 Apr 13, 1:00am -

INDIANAPOLIS The Colts and Peyton Manning will play on the same field in October. They just won't share the same sideline.
- 35 days ago, 18 Apr 13, 6:23pm -

Dwayne Allen walked into the Colts locker room Wednesday wearing his favorite blue-and-white T-shirt that read: Here Come The Horses.
- 36 days ago, 18 Apr 13, 1:00am -

According to the Indianapolis Star, Colts running back Delone Carter is being held out of OTA’s as he continues to rehab from shoulder surgery.Carter contributed in a small way during last season.  Right now it looks like Vick Ballard will be the Colts lead back going into this coming season.  Need NFL Tickets?The post Colts’ Delone Carter recovering from shoulder surgery appeared first on Pro Football Zone.
- 9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:43am -

Originally Posted on FantasyKnuckleheads.comT.Y. Hilton should be on everyone’s fantasy football sleeper list in 2013, and today we’re going to discuss just why that is.A shifty and speedy receiver, T.Y. Hilton convinced many fantasy owners he was a legitimate receiving threat after finishing the 2012 season with 50 receptions for 861 yards and seven touchdowns.And this was with a rookie QB.In addition to these stellar achievements, T.Y. Hilton also registered five 100+ yards games in 2012.But is this enough to simply claim him a “sleeper” candidate?In the 2012 offseason, the Ind…
- 12 hours ago, 23 May 13, 6:04am -

Crazy Colts Fan - Former Indianapolis Colts Great Dwight Freeney Gets a Job Dwight Freeney is not ready to be put out to pasture just yet. The 33-year old defensive end/linebacker is no spring chicken anymore, but he still has a few good seasons of football left in his bones. He just needed to find someone who believed that enough to sing him to a new deal.Over the weekend he finally found someone willing to bite--the San Diego Chargers.See ya' Naptown!The Colts Week 6 opponent (a Monday night game in San Diego) found themselves in need of some help after Melvin In…
- 4 days ago, 19 May 13, 8:36pm -

Dwight Freeney has finally found a new home after more than two months on the open market, as he agreed to terms to sign a two-year contract with the San Diego Chargers, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Photo Credit: Colts.com The lethal 6-1, 268-pound pass rusher revealed back in February that he had high hopes of retiring with the Indianapolis Colts, where he’s spent his entire 11-year NFL career after the team selected him in the first round (No. 11 overall) in the 2002 NFL Draft out of Syracuse.  It didn’t take long before Freeney started singing a dif…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 11:44am -

I hope Freeney does well, but it is my experience, that once speed pass rushers get old, they lose it quickly and I wouldn’t expect much out of Freeney this year.Per a source with knowledge of the deal, Freeney’s two-year contract with the Chargers carries a base value of $8.75 million.The deal pays $5.25 million in 2013, via a $3.25 million signing bonus, $1.5 million in guaranteed base salary, and a $500,000 roster bonus tied to Freeney’s presence on the weekly 46-man roster. (It works out to $31,250 per game.)Freeney is due to earn $3.5 million in 2014, $500,000 of which is linked…
- 5 days ago, 18 May 13, 9:36am -

Crazy Colts Fan - Jim Irsay Messing With Fans or Opposing Coaches with 'The Icelander?'Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay is teasing fans of his team and the opposition. On Monday he tweeted--because he likes to do that you know--that the team may be looking to sign a man mountain he referred to as 'The Icelander.'That's the huge dude in the picture in case you are wondering.Hafthor Bjornsson is the man-mountain's name and for now at least he is a Strongman competitor. You know--that competition where guys leg press a ton of kids (literally 2000 pounds of them I believe), lift VW bug…
- 8 days ago, 15 May 13, 8:23pm -

 The Indianapolis Colts signed a lot of free agents and added 7 more rookies in the draft. Let's see how I think their roster will look now. Everything is not in order.   OFFENSE (26 players) Quarterbacks Andrew Luck Matt Hasselbeck Chandler Harnish   Running Backs Vick Ballard Donald Brown Kerwynn Williams Stanley Havili   Wide Receivers Reggie Wayne TY Hilton Darrius Heyward-Bey Lavon Brazill Griff Whalen   Tight Ends Dwayne Allen Coby Fleener Justice Cunningham   Offensive Tackles Anthony Castonzo Gosder Cherilus Jeff Linkenbach Lee Ziemba   Offensive…
- 8 days ago, 15 May 13, 7:40pm -

When you think of the Colts' offense, a high-powered passing attack featuring quarterback Andrew Luck is probably what comes to mind, with the running game being an afterthought. However, you may be surprised to know that the Colts finished 14th in rushing attempts last season, and new offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton loves to use his running backs in a variety of ways.So who is going to be getting the bulk of the work out of the backfield? Head coach Chuck Pagano recently shed light on the situation, saying, "At this point... (Vick Ballard) is sitting there as the lead guy."Ballard fin…
- 8 days ago, 15 May 13, 9:54am -

Former Indianapolis Colts pass rushing monster Dwight Freeney is amazingly still unemployed.  Please click here to read this story.The post Dwight Freeney to visit San Diego Chargers after Melvin Ingram injury appeared first on Players View.
- 9 days ago, 15 May 13, 5:28am -

Indianapolis Colts The Indianapolis Colts are a young, talented team, but we can't understate how much the Colts overachieved last season. What's more, the man that lead that overachieving bunch is now the head coach in Arizona. This season will be largely determined by the success, or struggles, of second year quarterback Andrew Luck. With success, the Colts can likely come close to their success of last season, but in a tough conference, a wildcard birth for the Colts seems extremely unlikely. Don't get me wrong, the Colts are still moving in the right direction, but they're not quite th…
- 9 days ago, 14 May 13, 10:15am -

Fun story: I wrote out this entire piece long-form and had it all nice and pretty looking with a lot of extra comments and analysis... and then my laptop overheated and everything died and went to be with all the other pieces I've lost over the years in Blogger Purgatory. Normally, I'd sit down and re-write it, as I'd put the thought in and whatnot already, I just need to re-type everything. But seeing as how it's now 2 AM and I'm still recovering from the Pacer's choke job in Miami, you're just going to get the notes without a lot of long form analysis. It's probably better this way…
- 15 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:19am -

The first round of Monday-Wednesday OTA’s is complete, and the transcripts are in.  Today’s focus is the defense, with more to come this week.Of course, this time of year, everyone has a very positive outlook.  What is often interesting are which names the coaches and players mention without being asked about anyone in particular. This can be more telling than the understandably upbeat coach speak about how great the team looks in practice.  So, who, besides Andrew Luck, has already stood out enough to garner a mention from a coach or teammate?  There are a couple such gems…
- 16 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:36am -

As seasoned, and no doubt well-read, members of the NFL fan community, we have all likely heard the term “sophomore slump” bandied about in football discussions amongst so-called analysts and sports radio rhetoricians (just yesterday Dan Hope of Bleacher Report posted an article which has a Luck sophomore slump as the Colts' "nightmare scenario").  In certain circles it’s a phenomenon that’s reached near axiomatic-like reverence, an expectation rather than a potentiality.The term “sophomore slump” is a clever alliterative turn of phrase used to illustrate the difficulty in…
- 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 12:06pm -

As great as the 2012 season was, it wouldn't have been possible without the fantastic draft Ryan Grigson pulled off last April. Obviouisly, a huge portion of that credit goes to Andrew Luck, who carried the team to 11 wins, despite ending up in the red in the season's point differential, yards differential, turnover differential, and just about every other metric as a team. But the Luck pick was decided months before the draft, and was a relative lock. Grigson's real gems in that draft seem to have come in the third round. The Colts selected TE Dwayne Allen with the first pick in…
- 7 days ago, 17 May 13, 4:22am -

When Pep Hamilton was originally hired back in January, the initial reaction was incredibly positive. With Hamilton's familiarity with Andrew Luck, and vice versa, there seems to be a base for a successful marriage. There were a few things that were concerning about Hamilton's initial hiring, namely the hints and brief mentions of possibly running Andrew Luck in read-option or pistol sets. Hamilton would briefly mention these things  several times in the aftermath of his hiring, causing more than a few eyebrows to raise. The idea of running your star quarterback into potentially…
- 9 days ago, 14 May 13, 1:13pm -

NFL rookies are entering a unique world, one in which they are paid to play football.  The work is beyond difficult, but the experience – and, yes, the pay – can be quite incredible for the ones who make it. Like most players at the Colts Rookie Minicamp over the weekend, third round pick Hugh Thornton enjoyed being on the job for the first time.  “It was awesome,” he said. “I had a lot of fun out there, learned a lot of stuff. That’s one thing you realize, the change from college to the pros playbook is deep. There are a lot of things that go into it. You have a lot of…
- 10 days ago, 14 May 13, 1:07am -

Welcome to "What to Expect 2013". This is the final installment in which I'll be looking at the positions the Colts drafted relative to their historic counterparts.The goal of this series is to set reasonable expectations for the new draft picks based how similarly drafted players in the past decade performed.This allows us to create fair baselines by which to judge players. The purpose of this series is not to predict performance. The goal is merely to fairly judge rookie seasons.The Colts selected two offensive players in the seventh round, so let's look at them together. Running…
- 11 days ago, 13 May 13, 4:58am -

Having traded a 2013 5th round pick in order to move up to select T.Y. Hilton in the 2012 NFL Draft, Ryan Grigson mortgaged a part of the team's future by trading away a 2014 4th round pick to Cleveland Browns for a 5th round selection this year.With that 5th round selection, the Colts added another body to their defensive line rotation, and a big body at that. UT Martin's Montori Hughes stands at 6ft 4in, 329lbs and can play either defensive end or nose tackle in Chuck Pagano's 3-4 defense.GM Ryan Grigson gushed over Hughes, saying he can "move like a cat", whilst head coach Pagano co…
- 11 days ago, 13 May 13, 4:57am -

In an unexpected bit of news Thursday morning, the Colts' have traded center A.Q. Shipley to the Baltimore Ravens for a conditional draft pick in 2014. [UPDATE: The pick is reportedly a 7th round pick contingent upon Shipley making Baltimore's roster]After drafting Khaled Holmes in the 4th round of the 2013 draft, the Colts had three centers on the roster, as well as ten interior linemen competing for three spots. Meanwhile, the retirement of Matt Birk in Baltimore left the team thin at center. Shipley was a seventh round pick by the Steelers in 2009, and had bounce around practice sq…
- 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 9:18am -

Yesterday, Colts Quarterback Andrew Luck, sporting a ChuckStrong T-shirt, his trademark neck beard, and a smile, spoke with the NFL Network’s Scott Hanson via “Colts Cam” as the team gears up for Rookie Minicamp, which begins Friday.  Last May, Luck was still a college kid, finishing his schooling with fellow Stanford rookie Coby Fleener, while his teammates prepared for the NFL. For anyone in a new work environment, perhaps more so in a high profile one, having a year under one’s belt can have a strong positive effect on performance and comfort le…
- 15 days ago, 8 May 13, 10:53pm -

Young quarterbacks set the NFL on fire last season, but they still have to win over a few skeptics. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is one of them.
- 2 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:17pm -

It's never too early to plan your Super Bowl LII bid. Leaders in Indianapolis say they want to bid on the NFL's next big game. But does everyone support such a quick return to Indy?
- 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 1:29pm -

Will Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck face a sophomore slump in 2013? Our experts weigh in on this and other burning questions on "NFL Total Access ."
- 6 days ago, 17 May 13, 7:48pm -

Bruce Arians has seen the best of Ben Roethlisberger and Andrew Luck, both of whom he coached. Luck (presumably) will rank ahead of Big Ben in the "Top 100" countdown. Arians believes that's wrong.
- 7 days ago, 16 May 13, 7:22pm -

Vick Ballard took over as a workhorse running back down the stretch in 2012, and coach Chuck Pagano says Ballard still is No. 1 on the Indianapolis Colts' depth chart. So how will the team use Donald Brown?
- 8 days ago, 15 May 13, 9:40am -

Andrew Luck said earlier this week he feels 100 percent more comfortable, which probably is why NFL Films' Greg Cosell believes the Indianapolis Colts QB will have a breakout season.
- 13 days ago, 10 May 13, 10:41am -

The Baltimore Ravens needed to fill a need at center, so they turned to the Indianapolis Colts, who traded A.Q. Shipley for a conditional 2014 draft pick on Thursday.
- 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 7:33am -

Kirk Cousins gives the Washington Redskins QB security, which is more than you can say about Graham Harrell with Green Bay Packers. Our analysts eye backup quarterback situations across the NFL.
- 15 days ago, 8 May 13, 11:31am -

Andrew Luck's rookie season with the Indianapolis Colts went very well. Even better: Luck sounds a lot more confident after having a full NFL season under his belt.
- 15 days ago, 8 May 13, 10:23am -

Bjoern Werner grew up playing beside Indianapolis Colts standouts Robert Mathis and Dwight Freeney in the "Madden" video game franchise. He credits the game for igniting his NFL interest.
- 22 days ago, 1 May 13, 6:31am -