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Indianapolis Colts

-- Anthony Richardson Working on His Footwork --
Wed Apr 23, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson says he’s working to improve his footwork. Richardson has worked extensively with a biometrics coach this offseason to improve his throwing motion and his footwork, which was often sloppy when Richardson was under pressure during his first two NFL seasons.

-- Michael Pittman Jr. Cleared to Play --
Tue Apr 22, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indy Star reports Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. (back) did not have to have surgery on his back. Pittman says he was cleared to play last month and he believes he's done the work necessary to get past the fractured back he played through last season.

-- Steichen: Consistency Will Win QB Job --
Tue Apr 22, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says the most consistent quarterback between QB Anthony Richardson and QB Daniel Jones will win the starting job.

-- Colts Eyeing TEs in the Draft --
Tue Apr 22, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indianapolis Colts official website reports Colts GM Chris Ballard says the team is seeking an every-down tight end. They hope to find one if the NFL draft.

-- Jaylon Carlies Recovering From Shoulder Surgery --
Mon Apr 21, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard says LB Jaylon Carlies (shoulder) is recovering from offseason shoulder surgery.

-- Colts Re-Sign Mo Alie-Cox --
Fri Apr 11, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indianapolis Colts official website reports the Colts have re-signed TE Mo Alie-Cox to a one-year contract.

-- Colts Release Matt Gay --
Thu Apr 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have released veteran PK Matt Gay.

-- Colts to Split Reps Evenly Between Richardson & Jones --
Mon Mar 31, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indy Star reports Colts HC Shane Steichen plans to split first-team reps evenly between QB Anthony Richardson and QB Daniel Jones. In the past, he's said what Richardson needs most are reps, but the competition's priority: “He’s going to have to take advantage of the reps that he gets.”

-- Colts Re-Sign One --
Mon Mar 17, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Indianapolis Colts have re-signed veteran CB David Long Jr., who is almost exclusively a special teamer. The 27-year-old appeared in 13 games last year but played just nine defensive snaps. He played 106 snaps on special teams.

-- Colts Sign Corey Ballentine --
Fri Mar 14, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed free-agent CB Corey Ballentine.

-- Colts Sign Spencer Shrader --
Thu Mar 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed free-agent PK Spencer Shrader to a two-year contract.

-- Colts to Sign Neville Gallimore --
Wed Mar 12, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent DT Neville Gallimore reached agreement tonight on a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts.

-- Colts to Sign Khalil Herbert --
Wed Mar 12, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have agreed to sign free-agent RB Khalil Herbert to a one-year contract.

-- Colts Re-Sign Danny Pinter --
Wed Mar 12, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have re-signed OG Danny Pinter on a one-year contract.

-- Colts Re-Sign Wesley French --
Tue Mar 11, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have re-signed C Wesley French to a one-year contract.

-- No Trade Request for Anthony Richardson --
Tue Mar 11, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson won’t request a trade with the addition of QB Daniel Jones to the team. He is prepared to battle for the starting job this summer.

-- Colts to Sign Daniel Jones --
Tue Mar 11, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms with free-agent QB Daniel Jones on a one-year, $14 million contract. Jones get $13.5 million fully guaranteed in the deal. The deal is worth up to $17.7 million. He will compete to start with QB Anthony Richardson.

-- Colts Re-Sign Ashton Dulin --
Mon Mar 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports free-agent WR Ashton Dulin has re-signed with the Indianapolis Colts for two years and up to $8.5M, per source.

-- Colts to Sign Charvarius Ward --
Mon Mar 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent CB Charvarius Ward has reached agreement on a three-year deal worth up to $60 million including $35 million guaranteed and a $20 million signing bonus with the Indianapolis Colts.

-- Colts to Sign Cam Bynum --
Mon Mar 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent S Cam Bynum and the Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms on a four-year, $60 million contract, per sources.

-- Braden Smith Accepts Pay Cut --
Mon Mar 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts OT Braden Smith has agreed to a reworked contract to remain with the team.

-- Colts Release Raekwon Davis --
Thu Mar 6, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have released veteran DT Raekwon Davis.

-- Colts QB Plans --
Tue Feb 25, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard says the Colts will have an open competition between QB Anthony Richardson and a quarterback the team brings in this offseason.

-- Colts Name Jerome Henderson --
Fri Feb 21, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have named Jerome Henderson Defensive Backs Coach.

-- Ryan Kelly Speaks --
Sun Feb 2, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox 59 reports Indianapolis Colts impending free-agent C Ryan Kelly says he would like to re-sign with the Colts this offseason, but expects to talk with other teams during free agency.

-- Colts Name Chris Hewitt --
Sat Feb 1, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have named Chris Hewitt Secondary Coach and Pass Game Coordinator.

-- Colts Name James Bettcher --
Sun Jan 26, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have named James Bettcher Linebackers Coach.

-- Colts Name Lou Anarumo --
Mon Jan 20, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Indianapolis Colts are naming former Bengals DC Lou Anarumo as their defensive coordinator, per sources.

-- Colts to Interview Dennis Allen --
Mon Jan 13, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts will interview former Saints HC Dennis Allen for their defensive coordinator position, a source said, and that'll happen on Friday.

-- No Surgery for Michael Pittman --
Fri Jan 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox 59 reports Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard says WR Michael Pittman (back) won’t need surgery on his fractured back.

-- Chris Ballard Admits to Mistakes; Will Add More Competition to the Roster --
Fri Jan 10, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard flat-out admits his team-building approach last spring to keep the core together and don't add outside talent was a mistake. "I didn't create enough competition on the roster ... that directly falls on my shoulders. I was wrong. I was wrong." Look for this spring to be different: more aggression in free agency, more outside adds to the roster. In other words, players need to be pushed, need more competition. But, as Ballard said, words mean nothing now. Actions will. It sure sounds like they're bringing in competition for QB Anthony Richardson ahead of a make-or-break year for him.

-- Colts Fire DC Gus Bradley --
Mon Jan 6, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have fired DC Gus Bradley.

-- Colts Activate JuJu Brents --
Sat Jan 4, 2025 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have activated CB JuJu Brents (knee) from injured reserve ahead of Sunday’s game against the Jaguars. He will play on Sunday.

-- Joe Flacco Will Start Sunday; Anthony Richardson Downgraded to OUT --
Sat Dec 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts will start QB Joe Flacco Sunday, with QB Anthony Richardson (back/foot) battling back and foot soreness this week. He did not practice all week and has been downgraded to OUT.

-- Colts Activate Ryan Kelly --
Sat Dec 21, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have activated C Ryan Kelly from injured reserve.

-- Colts NFI Braden Smith --
Sat Dec 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have placed OT Braden Smith (personal) on the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list, ending his season. They have also elevated OG Mark Glowinski from the practice squad

-- Colts Activate Tyquan Lewis; Make Other Moves --
Sat Nov 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have activated DE Tyquan Lewis from injured reserve and waived DE Genard Avery. THe team has also elevated OG Atonio Mafi to the active roster from the practice squad.

-- NFL Scouting Combine Will Remain in Indianapolis --
Thu Nov 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the NFL Scouting Combine will remain in Indianapolis for at least the next two years. The league announced this morning that the 2026 Combine will be in Indianapolis, the city that has hosted it since 1987. The 2025 Combine had already been slated for Indianapolis, but that was the last year of the NFL’s previous agreement with Indianapolis.

-- Colts Rename Anthony Richardson Permanent Starter --
Wed Nov 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says the team is going back to QB Anthony Richardson as their starter this week and for the rest of the season. QB Joe Flacco goes back to the bench.

-- Joe Flacco Will Start This Week --
Mon Nov 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says QB Joe Flacco will Sunday against the Jets. Flacco threw for 309 yards and 3 TDs against the Jets last season.

-- Colts Elevate Laquon Treadwell --
Sat Nov 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Indianapolis Colts have elevated WR Laquon Treadwell to the active roster from the practice squad for Sunday’s game against the Bills.

-- Colts IR Ryan Kelly --
Tue Nov 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have placed C Ryan Kelly (knee) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Joe Flacco Remains Starter for Colts --
Mon Nov 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says QB Joe Flacco will start for the team this week.

-- Anthony Richardson Drawing Trade Interest --
Sun Nov 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox Sports reports teams have inquired with the Indianapolis Colts about the possibility of trading QB Anthony Richardson, who was benched this week, though a trade is considered unlikely. Several teams still view Richardson as a franchise-caliber quarterback, and view Indy pulling the plug on him after 10 regular season starts as “premature.”

-- Colts to Start Joe Flacco Moving Forward --
Wed Oct 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen say QB Joe Flacco will be our quarterback moving forward. Flacco gives the team the best chance to win right now. The team is not giving up on QB Anthony Richardson.

-- Colts Not Quitting on Anthony Richardson --
Tue Oct 29, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports an Indianapolis Colts team source commented on QB Anthony Richardson's demotion: "We are not quitting on Anthony. That will be the story but that is not the case."

-- Colts to Start Joe Flacco This Week --
Tue Oct 29, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts are planning to start QB Joe Flacco this Sunday night against the Vikings, sources say.

-- Colts Could Bench Anthony Richardson --
Mon Oct 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen commented to reporters on whether QB Anthony Richardson will start Sunday night in Minnesota: “We're evaluating everything.”

-- Colts Activate Two --
Sat Oct 26, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have activated DT DeForest Buckner (ankle) and LB Cameron McGrone (elbow) from injured reserve.

-- Colts IR Will Fries; Release One --
Mon Oct 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have placed OG Will Fries (fractured tibia) on injured reserve and waived CB Dallis Flowers.

-- Joe Flacco Will Start Sunday --
Sat Oct 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts QB Joe Flacco will start Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

-- Colts to Use RBBC This Week --
Fri Oct 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indianapolis Colts official website reports Colts Shane Steichen said “It’ll be running back by committee” for the team's game this week against the Jaguars.

-- Joe Flacco Appears Ready to Start --
Fri Oct 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports QB Joe Flacco is taking most, if not all, of the first-team reps for the Indianapolis Colts on Friday.

-- Colts IR Tyquan Lewis; Sign Adam Gotsis --
Tue Oct 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Indianapolis Colts have placed DE Tyquan Lewis (elbow) on injured reserve and signed DL Adam Gotsis.

-- Colts IR DeForest Buckner --
Tue Sep 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have placed DL DeForest Buckner (ankle) on injured reserve. He is OUT 4+ games.

-- Colts Elevate Two --
Sat Sep 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports the Indianapolis Colts have elevated PK Spencer Shrader and CB Chris Lammons from the practice squad.

-- Colts Hosting Leonard Founette --
Mon Sep 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free-agent veteran RB Leonard Founette is visiting today with the Indianapolis Colts, per source.

-- Trey Sermon Practices Wednesday --
Wed Aug 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts RB Trey Sermon (hamstring) practiced on Wednesday.

-- Colts IR Jelani Woods --
Tue Aug 27, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have placed TE Jelani Woods (toe) on injured reserve, ending his season.

-- Colts Release Four --
Sun Aug 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have released S Ronnie Harrison, WR Tyrie Cleveland, DE Derek Rivers, and WR Greg Ward.

-- Jelani Woods OUT About Four Months After Turf Toe Surgery --
Fri Aug 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports Indianapolis Colts TE Jelani Woods (toe) underwent successful surgery today for turf toe and will miss about four months. The team is hopeful that Woods can return around Christmas in time for a playoff push.

-- A Mixed Bag for Anthony Richardson --
Fri Aug 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts wanted QB Anthony Richardson to get more snaps before the Sept. 8th season opener against the Texans, and he did Thursday night. It was a mixed bag against the Bengals’ backups. Richardson played five series, leaving in the second quarter. He completed 8 of 14 passes for 86 yards with a touchdown and a pick-six for a 69.3 passer rating. WR Adonai Mitchell caught a 9-yard touchdown pass on the Colts’ first series of the game as Indianapolis went 80 yards in 12 plays. But on the Colts’ second series, Bengals S Jordan Battle intercepted Richardson and returned it 14 yards for a score.

-- Jelani Woods OUT Indefinitely --
Tue Aug 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts TE Jelani Woods (toe) missed all of last season due to a hamstring injury and he’s set to miss more time early in the 2024 season as well. Woods injured his toe against the Cardinals last Saturday and HC Shane Steichen said he’s going to miss extended time as a result. “I don’t have a timetable on it,” Steichen said.

-- Trey Sermon Strains Hamstring --
Sun Aug 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts RB Trey Sermon suffered a hamstring strain in today's preseason game against the Broncos.

-- Colts Starters Will Play This Week --
Fri Aug 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox59 reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says QB Anthony Richardson and the starters will play a series or two in Sunday’s preseason game against the Colts.

-- Anthony Gould Watch --
Fri Aug 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts rookie WR Anthony Gould could see starting snaps with WR Josh Downs (ankle) OUT. Gould has flashed more as a receiver than as a returner during camp.

-- Jonathan Taylor Speaks --
Thu Aug 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor had an ankle injury in 2022 that required a surgical fix when the Colts were done playing and his offseason also featured a contract standoff that kept him away from the team at times. A thumb injury cost him three more games later in the season, but all of those issues are now behind him and he believes that will bring him back to being the player he was while running for 2,980 yards and 29 touchdowns in his first two NFL campaigns. “My rookie year, healthy,” Taylor said. “And I had a really good year. Second year, healthy. Had a really good year. I know what I can do when I’m healthy.”

-- Josh Downs OUT 4-6 Weeks --
Wed Aug 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (ankle) suffered a high-ankle sprain today at practice, sources say after the MRI. His recovery time was estimated at 4-6 weeks, which puts him right up against the start of the season.

-- Josh Downs Injures Ankle --
Wed Aug 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

1075the Fan reports Indianapolis Colts WR Josh Downs (ankle) had to be helped off the field, putting hardly any weight on his leg. It's an ankle injury for Downs.

-- Colts Activate Chris Lammons --
Mon Aug 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts CB Chris Lammons (ankle) has been activated from the physically unable to perform list. Lammons had ankle surgery this offseason.

-- Samson Ebukam Lost for the Season with a Torn Achilles --
Mon Jul 29, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts veteran DE Samson Ebukam (Achilles) has suffered a torn Achilles, a source said. His season is over.

-- Anthony Richardson Won't be Limited as a Runner --
Thu Jul 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says he doesn’t plan on limiting QB Anthony Richardson as a runner this season. “We’re not gonna get away from that,” Steichen said when asked about the possibility of limiting Richardson as a runner.

-- Colts Sign Laquon Treadwell --
Wed Jul 24, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed free-agent veteran WR Laquon Treadwell.

-- Anthony Richardson Will Play in the Preseason --
Wed Jul 24, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) is feeling really good. In fact, GM Chris Ballard says Richardson will work without restrictions during the team’s practices at training camp. Ballard also said that Richardson will likely play in the preseason.

-- Jaguars Extend Tyson Campbell --
Tue Jul 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports Jacksonville Jaguars CB Tyson Campbell has signed a four-year, $76.5 million contract extension with $53.4 million guaranteed. It's the largest contract ever for a cornerback not named to a Pro Bowl.

-- Anthony Richardson Feeling Really Good --
Fri Jul 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) took some time off from throwing as the team’s offseason program came to an end because of soreness in the surgically-repaired shoulder, but said at an event on Thursday that he’s not experiencing any issues at the moment. “I’m feeling really good,” Richardson said. “I’ve been doing it all, you know, we’ve got a game coming up soon, so I’ve got to be ready.” Richardson was asked if he’s been cleared for all activities at training camp and said that “you’ll see next week once I’m slinging that thing again.”

-- Ashton Dulin Rehab Update --
Mon Jul 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts WR Ashton Dulin (torn ACL), who tore his right ACL in training camp last year and did not practice at all during spring ball this year, looks like he’s making great strides in his recovery. His latest workout video is very promising as training camp approaches.

-- Anthony Richardson Will Be a Full-Go for Training Camp --
Wed Jun 26, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the shoulder soreness that Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) suffered from early this month is not a concern for the team heading into training camp. That’s the word from Colts GM Chris Ballard, who says Richardson will be ready to do everything the Colts ask of him in training camp. “He’ll be full-go,” Ballard said. “He was full-go all the way up until the last day of OTAs, and we had two heavy throwing sessions the two days before, and so we backed off a little on the last day.”

-- Shaquille Leonard Watch --
Sun Jun 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indianapolis Star reports free-agent LB Shaquille Leonard is still hoping to play in the NFL this season. If a team calls him, he’ll be ready. “I’m more so just sitting back, getting the body healthy, and whenever the opportunity presents itself, we’ll give it a try,” Leonard said. “I just continue to be me by working hard. If it happens, it happens. If it don’t, it don’t. I think throughout my career I’ve had a great career, even if I do step away from it. . . . I’m enjoying life and just waiting on that opportunity.”

-- James Washington Attempting a Comeback --
Wed Jun 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports free-agent WR James Washington has played only two games the past two seasons, with his last coming on Dec. 18, 2022. He has not on a team last season after both the Saints and the Colts cut him in August. Washington, though, is attempting a comeback, announcing his intent in an Instagram video. “I was forgotten about, and I want to show the world I still have it,” Washington said. “People say, ‘He’s done. He’s washed.’ There’s still a lot of meat left on on the bone conditioning-wise, physical-wise. I’m stronger than ever. I train five days a week, and the other two days of the week I’m thinking about it.” ESPN adds Washington has received multiple inquires from teams.

-- Anthony Richardson Rehab Update --
Sat Jun 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) says his shoulder soreness is “nothing to worry about.”

-- Colts Sign 2nd-Rounder Adonai Mitchell --
Thu Jun 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed 2nd-round draft pick WR Adonai Mitchell to a four-year contract. They have signed all their 2024 drafted rookies.

-- Anthony Richardson Dealing with a Sore Shoulder --
Thu Jun 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) is dealing with some soreness in his right shoulder. Steichen inferred it wasn’t a big deal, saying Richardson could play in a game if needed.

-- Daniel Scott Tears Achilles --
Tue Jun 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox59 reports Indianapolis Colts S Daniel Scott (Achilles) tore Achilles last week, so he's OUT indefinitely (likely the season).

-- Anthony Richardson Rehab Update --
Mon Jun 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) says he's at about 95% right now when asked about his shoulder. Richardson has been participating in OTAs and was reported back in April to be throwing nearly 40 passes per day.

-- Adonai Mitchell Continues to Impress During OTAs --
Fri May 31, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports rookie WR Adonai Mitchell continues to flash his potential during Indianapolis Colts OTAs. Mitchell has made consistent acrobatic downfield grabs in 7-on-7 drills during OTAs. QB Anthony Richardson threw a deep ball down the sideline to Mitchell, who, after beating CB Darrell Baker, contorted his body to make an over-the-shoulder grab that drew a roar of approval from the offense.

-- Anthony Richardson Lookig Smooth in Practices --
Thu May 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson is back behind center beginning his second year after his first was cut short by season-ending shoulder surgery. HC Shane Steichen noted this week that the young signal-caller doesn’t look much worse for the wear coming off of his surgery. “I think with any player you have a little rust every once in a while, but he’s been pretty smooth out there so far — completing a lot of balls, completion percentage has been good, knowing where to go with the football, which is a good sign,” Steichen said in his Wednesday press conference. “But I like where he’s at right now big time.”

-- Michael Pittman Jr. Has Knee Scare --
Wed May 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts HC Shane Steichen says that WR Michael Pittman Jr. (knee) just bumped knees earlier today and that he should be fine.

-- Colts Sign 5th-Rounder Anthony Gould --
Tue May 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed 5th-round draft pick WR Anthony Gould to a four-year contract.

-- Colts Sign Two Drafted Rookies --
Mon May 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed drafted rookies OT Matt Goncalves and OL Tanor Bortolini to four-year contracts.

-- Adonai Mitchell Impressing in Rookie Minicamp --
Sat May 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts WR Adonai Mitchell is having an impressive rookie minicamp. He just took a crosser to the house from roughly 70 yards out.

-- Colts Sign Five Drafted Rookies --
Thu May 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed drafted rookies DE Laiatu Latu, LB Jaylon Carlies, CB Jaylin Simpson, CB Micah Abraham, and DT Jonah Laulu to four-year contracts.

-- Josh Downs Set to Make a Big Leap? --
Tue May 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Indianapolis Colts OC Jim Bob Cooter, when discussing WR Josh Downs, noted that slots tend to make a more significant leap in their second season. "Slot receiver ends up being a position where the more you understand what the other guys on offense are doing and what the guys on defense are doing, the better you can play," Cooter said last week.

-- Anthony Richardson Rehab Update --
Sun May 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) is expected to have minimal restrictions during the offseason workout program, according to sources.

-- Colts Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Kwity Paye --
Thu May 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indianapolis Colts official website reports the Colts have picked up the fifth-year option for DE Kwity Paye.

-- Ashton Dulin Rehab Update --
Wed May 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts WR Ashton Dulin (torn ACL), who tore his ACL tear last year, says he doesn't have a timetable for his return, but he's feeling good. He is already doing some on field work.

-- Matt Ryan Retires --
Mon Apr 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports veteran free-agent QB Matt Ryan retired from the NFL after 15 seasons.

-- Drew Ogletree Returns to Colts --
Fri Apr 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox59 reports Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard revealed TE Drew Ogletree is back with team. He had been on the Commissioners exempt list after domestic charges. Those charges were dropped.

-- Ryan Kelly Doesn't Want to Leave --
Tue Apr 16, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Indianapolis Star reports Colts C Ryan Kelly wants to re-sign with the team for his next contract. Kelly is entering the last year of his contract. He has been with the Colts since being drafted in 2016 and has the desire to stay, saying “it’s my ninth year here, it’s the last year of my contract, and I’d be lying if I said I didn’t want another one.”

-- Colts Extend DeForest Buckner --
Mon Apr 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Indianapolis Colts have signed DT DeForest Buckner to a two-year, $46 million contract extension. He is now under contract through the 2026 season.

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