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FILE - Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility in Eagan, Minn., on June 8, 2022. Smith begins his 11th NFL season, all with the Vikings. The six-time Pro Bowl safety is a new father, too, with plenty to be happy about as the Vikings start camp under a new coaching staff. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Vikings 'old guy' Harrison Smith feeling spry in season 11

By Dave Campbell Jul. 26, 2022 06:11 PM EDT

FILE - Indianapolis Colts tackle Eric Fisher (79) drops into pass protection during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard faces a litany of questions as free agency opens. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File)
Colts face plenty of decisions heading into free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 11:06 AM EST

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes between Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) and defensive end D.J. Wonnum during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Bears place quarterback Fields on reserve/COVID-19 list

By The Associated Press Jan. 06, 2022 02:21 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) carries the ball up field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Colts eye playoff berth, Jags brace for 'Klown out' finale

By The Associated Press Jan. 06, 2022 01:21 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin (16) tips a pass to teammate wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (13) in the end zone for a touchdown over Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Casey Hayward (29) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Colts hope to take advantage of 2nd chance to make playoffs

By Michael Marot Jan. 03, 2022 04:11 PM EST

FILE - Oakland Raiders coach John Madden stands on the sideline during an NFL football game in October 1978. Madden, the Hall of Fame coach turned broadcaster whose exuberant calls combined with simple explanations provided a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three decades, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 28, 2021, the league said. He was 85. The NFL said he died unexpectedly and did not detail a cause. (AP Photo, File)
Pivotal game for Colts, Raiders could have playoff impact

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 10:10 AM EST

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman (11) tries to leap over Arizona Cardinals cornerback Marco Wilson (20) during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Colts take advantage of Ballard's emphasis on roster depth

By Michael Marot Dec. 27, 2021 05:49 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (6) celebrates his touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams with offensive tackle D.J. Humphries (74) during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Cardinals without Pro Bowl RB James Conner vs. Colts

Dec. 25, 2021 07:03 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) runs for a 67-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Surging Colts, struggling Cardinals meet on Christmas Day

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 10:51 AM EST

New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson, right, breaks up a pass intended for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) during the second half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Colts follow proven formula to stay in playoff position

By Michael Marot Dec. 20, 2021 05:17 PM EST

Members of the Indianapolis Colts jog out of the tunnel before the start of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
New England Patriots at Indianapolis Colts 12/19/2021

Dec. 18, 2021 08:15 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians talks with Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich before an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Indianapolis Colts 11/28/2021

Nov. 28, 2021 12:29 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) runs against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts 11/14/2021

Nov. 14, 2021 01:13 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) cuts between Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) and cornerback Elijah Molden (24) in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts 10/31/2021

Oct. 31, 2021 01:13 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts kicker Rodrigo Blankenship (3) kneels on the field after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Colts look to rebound, turn around season against Texans

By The Associated Press Oct. 14, 2021 12:11 PM EDT

FILE - Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (13) makes a catch in front of Houston Texans cornerback Johnathan Joseph (24) during the second half of an NFL football game in Houston, in this Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, file photo. Colts receiver T.Y. Hilton was back on the practice field for Wednesday's, Oct. 13, 2021, light workout. The four-time Pro Bowler has been designated for return from injured reserve after having neck surgery in August and coach Frank Reich is optimistic Hilton will be cleared to play this weekend against the Houston Texans. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith, File)
Hilton returns to Colts practice, could play against Texans

By Michael Marot Oct. 13, 2021 03:30 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) stiff-arms Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Brandon Williams (98) during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Colts must move on quickly following collapse in Baltimore

By Michael Marot Oct. 12, 2021 05:10 PM EDT

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Chester Rogers (80) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II (23) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Indianapolis Colts at Tennessee Titans 9/26/2021

Sep. 26, 2021 01:45 PM EDT

Expectations soar in Cleveland after 2021 playoff appearance

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:26 AM EDT
CLEVELAND BROWNS (12-6) CAMP SITE: Berea, Ohio LAST YEAR: Finally, the breakthrough. Despite a lack of traditional...

FILE - In this Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020 file photo, Cleveland Browns safety Grant Delpit runs through a drill during practice at the NFL football team's training facility in Berea, Ohio.Grant Delpit had mixed emotions during the Cleveland Browns’ breakthrough 2020 season. The rookie safety from Louisiana State was under contract, but didn’t necessarily feel like he was part of the team after rupturing his right Achilles during training camp. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Safety Delpit eager to make up for lost time with Browns

Brian Dulik May. 26, 2021 06:50 PM EDT