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Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich on the sideline in the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
'Hard Knocks' to showcase Colts for first in-season episodes

By Joe Reedy Sep. 16, 2021 10:05 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 6, 2021, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Eric Fisher, who tore his Achilles tendon, hobbles off the plane with his teammates ahead of the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla. After eight seasons in Kansas City, he was released in March as a cost-cutting move and spent the next two months uncertain about his future. In May, he finally signed with the Indianapolis Colts. And now, following nearly eight months of rehab, the two-time Pro Bowl left tackle appears to be nearing a return.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Fisher eager to move beyond Achilles injury, play for Colts

By Michael Marot Sep. 15, 2021 05:53 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) makes catch in front of Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon (32) on his way to a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Colts' defense starts flat in season-opening loss to Seattle

By Michael Marot Sep. 13, 2021 05:37 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) celebrates as he scores a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Efficient Wilson leads Seahawks past Colts 28-16 in opener

By Michael Marot Sep. 12, 2021 04:26 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 13, 2021, file photo, Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard runs a drill during joint practice with the Carolina Panthers at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind. The idea behind the HBCU Open House staged annually by the NFL is simple: providing opportunities. One emphasis of the programs is making HBCU students and alumni aware of positions on the business side of the game. The vast majority of students won't be emulating Darius Leonard, the Colts' All-Pro linebacker from MEAC's South Carolina State. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
HBCUs and NFL partnering to advance football opportunities

By Barry Wilner Sep. 04, 2021 02:04 AM EDT

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) throws during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Monday, Aug. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Wentz still weighing options after return from COVID list

By Michael Marot Sep. 02, 2021 11:16 AM EDT

Wentz's health, productivity will be key for Colts in 2021

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 01:54 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS COLTS (11-6) New faces: QB Carson Wentz, LT Eric Fisher, DE Kwity Paye, OT Julie'n Davenport, QB Sam Ehlinger, TE Kylen...

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) throws during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Monday, Aug. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Uncertainty abounds in AFC South as Titans attempt to repeat

By Mark Long Aug. 30, 2021 03:32 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts guard Quenton Nelson (56) stretches during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts close out training camp nearly at full strength

By Michael Marot Aug. 25, 2021 04:46 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (25) runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Monday, Aug. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Wentz leads key trio of Colts back onto practice field

Aug. 23, 2021 06:23 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts tight end Farrod Green, center, is tackled by Minnesota Vikings linebacker Chazz Surratt, left, and cornerback Camryn Bynum, right, after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Eason, Colts eke past Vikings 12-10; offenses need more work

By Dave Campbell Aug. 21, 2021 11:17 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich greets players before the start of practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Monday, Aug. 2, 2021. Reich returned to practice following his quarantine period and two negative tests after a positive test for COVID-19. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Ballard, Reich extensions give Indy more pieces for future

By Michael Marot Aug. 11, 2021 01:28 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard on the sideline during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Saturday, July 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Indianapolis locks up Leonard with richest LB contract

By Michael Marot Aug. 08, 2021 01:09 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts guard Quenton Nelson warms up during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Thursday, July 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Foot injury to keep Colts lose All-Pro guard out 5-12 weeks

Aug. 03, 2021 01:55 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts' QB Carson Wentz out 5-12 weeks with broken foot

By Michael Marot Aug. 02, 2021 12:42 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Injuries keep Wentz, Kelly out of Colts' 3rd practice

By Michael Marot Jul. 30, 2021 02:45 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz wears a quote from Martin Luther King on his sleeve as runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Wentz feels at home on 1st day of Colts training camp

By Michael Marot Jul. 28, 2021 02:37 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Braden Smith runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts lock up RT Braden Smith with 4-year extension

By Michael Marot Jul. 28, 2021 01:18 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard announces that head coach Frank Reich has tested positive for COVID-19 as the NFL team's football opens training camp in Indianapolis, Monday, July 26, 2021. Reich, who is fully vaccinated, has no symptoms. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Positive COVID test keeps Colts coach out for start of camp

By Michael Marot Jul. 26, 2021 12:09 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2021, file photo, Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (11) prepares to throw against the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL football game in Philadelphia. Retired Washington quarterback Smith has won the George Halas Award presented by the Pro Football Writers of America. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz, FIle)
Retired Washington QB Alex Smith wins Halas adversity award

By The Associated Press Jun. 07, 2021 06:37 PM EDT