Darius Leonard
FILE - In this July 31, 2019, file photo, Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind. Leonard works relentlessly at his rural South Carolina home to prepare for another football season. He's also wary of pushing too hard, knowing a minor injury could become a major setback given the dearth of medical experts in his area. So when in doubt the Colts star confers with his coaches, who are creating safer, more efficient individual workout programs based on data collected the past few weeks. All part of a changing NFL world: high-tech devices supplanting old-school creativity. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
High-tech devices help NFL teams keep players safe, in shape

By Michael Marot May. 13, 2020 12:48 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack gains yardage against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Reich hoping season's challenges make Colts better team

By Michael Marot Dec. 30, 2019 03:21 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts' Nyheim Hines (21) celebrates with E.J. Speed (45) after running back a punt for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Jaguars hope to avoid another slow start vs Colts in finale

By Mark Long Dec. 26, 2019 02:46 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Colts, Jaguars try to end disappointing seasons with victory

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2019 12:18 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Will Grier (3) is sacked by Indianapolis Colts' Al-Quadin Muhammad (97) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts finally find way to close out game

By Michael Marot Dec. 23, 2019 05:49 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines (21) runs a punt back for a touchdown past Carolina Panthers punter Michael Palardy (5) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Hines' long returns help send Colts past Carolina 38-6

By Michael Marot Dec. 22, 2019 04:27 PM EST

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) throws a touchdown pass that tied Peyton Manning for the NFL record for most career touchdown passes in the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in New Orleans, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Panthers, Colts try to change script with strong finishes

By Michael Marot Dec. 19, 2019 06:39 PM EST

Panthers-Colts Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Dec. 19, 2019 03:18 PM EST
CAROLINA (5-9) AT INDIANAPOLIS (6-8) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Colts by 6 1/2 RECORD...

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) greets Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) after an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. The Siant won 34-7. (AP Photo/Bill Feig)
Colts bottom out in blowout loss to Saints

By Guerry Smith Dec. 17, 2019 01:40 AM EST

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) celebrates his touchdown pass to tight end Josh Hill, which broke the NFL record for career touchdown passes, surpassing Peyton Manning, in the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in New Orleans, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Brees sets NFL all-time TD mark as Saints crush Colts 34-7

By Brett Martel Dec. 16, 2019 11:18 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) runs away from Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Lavonte David (54) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Injury-plagued Saints brace for visit from desperate Colts

By Brett Martel Dec. 12, 2019 08:35 PM EST

Colts-Saints Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Dec. 12, 2019 01:57 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (6-7) at NEW ORLEANS (10-3) Monday, 8:15 p.m. ET, ESPN OPENING LINE - Saints by 7 1/2 ...

Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri (4) kicks a field goal during warm-ups in an NFL game against the Houston Texans, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019 in Houston. The Texans defeated the Colts 20-17. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Colts kicking struggles continue as Vinatieri heads to IR

By Michael Marot Dec. 09, 2019 07:13 PM EST

NFL Today, Week 14

By The Associated Press Dec. 08, 2019 10:15 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Dec. 9 New York Giants at Philadelphia, 8:15 p.m. Eli Manning makes his first start since Week 2...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Breshad Perriman (19) beats Indianapolis Colts cornerback Quincy Wilson (31) on a 12-yard touchdown pass during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
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By Mark Didtler Dec. 08, 2019 08:01 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) heads to the locker room after stopping to sign autographs for fans following a 24-17 win over the Buffalo Bills in an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019. (AP Photo/John Munson)
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By The Associated Press Dec. 08, 2019 05:52 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack celebrates with offensive tackle Braden Smith (72) after his 2-yard touchdown run during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Winston throws for 456 yards, 4 TDs as Bucs rally over Colts

By Fred Goodall Dec. 08, 2019 05:10 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) stiff arms Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones II (27) after Leonard intercepted a pass by quarterback Jameis Winston during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Indianapolis Colts at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 12/8/2019

Dec. 08, 2019 01:20 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin, left, runs after a reception past Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback A.J. Bouye (21) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Colts, Bucs in must-win mode to keep playoff hopes alive

By Fred Goodall Dec. 05, 2019 06:14 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Williams (33) is tackled by Tennessee Titans outside linebacker Kamalei Correa (44) during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts 12/1/2019

Dec. 01, 2019 01:37 PM EST