Philip Rivers largely impressed (considering expectations) during his three-game return to the NFL. After attempting to rescue the Colts’ season late in 2025, though, he will not continue his comeback into next year. In the wake of Daniel Jones suffering an Achilles tear, head coach Shane Steichen reached out to Rivers about unretiring. A deal was quickly worked out, and the … [Read more...] about QB Philip Rivers Will Not Play In 2026
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If Colts Regime Returns In 2026, Plan Is To Extend QB Daniel Jones
Per ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the current Colts’ regime plans to re-sign QB Daniel Jones in the spring and hope for a quick recovery with the belief he can be their long-term quarterback. Holder questioned whether Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon has endorsed that plan, which would probably suggest GM Chris Ballard and HC Shane Steichen will return in 2026 if she did. Jones is … [Read more...] about If Colts Regime Returns In 2026, Plan Is To Extend QB Daniel Jones
AFC Notes: Trevor Lawrence, Joe Mixon, Riley Leonard, Colts, Jaguars, Texans
Colts The Colts will start QB Riley Leonard in Week 18’s season finale. Veteran QB Philip Rivers said he’s had his eye on Leonard and thinks he’ll have a long career in the NFL. “Riley is a pro,” Rivers said, via ProFootballTalk. “Riley is going to work at it hard, and obviously I don’t want to put a ceiling on anything that he can do, and certainly will always continue to … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Trevor Lawrence, Joe Mixon, Riley Leonard, Colts, Jaguars, Texans
Colts’ Reggie Wayne on Hall of Fame snubs: ‘You’ve gotta woosah’
INDIANAPOLIS – Reggie Wayne has heartfelt support in his bid for football immortality. One of the most prolific and personable individuals in Indianapolis Colts’ history, once again, is among the 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026. Wayne has reached the exclusive phase of the process in each year [...] … [Read more...] about Colts’ Reggie Wayne on Hall of Fame snubs: ‘You’ve gotta woosah’
Colts Blue Zone Podcast 453: Leonard Gets First Start
The Indianapolis Colts have a chance to finish with a winning record as they take on the Houston Texans. Rookie Riley Leonard will get the start, his first as an NFL quarterback. Matt Adams and Mike Chappell talk all about it in the latest edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast. Find the Colts Blue [...] … [Read more...] about Colts Blue Zone Podcast 453: Leonard Gets First Start