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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger is sacked by Houston Texans safety Jonathan Owens (36) and defensive end Jonathan Greenard during the first half of an NFL football game between the Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Texans rally for 32-31 win at Indy but lose top draft pick

By Michael Marot Jan. 08, 2023 04:48 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan (2) looks to throw under pressure from Denver Broncos cornerback K'Waun Williams (21) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Colts counting on line shuffle to eliminate offensive woes

By Michael Marot Oct. 12, 2022 03:44 PM EDT

Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Josh Allen (41) sacks Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan (2) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)
Colts scrambling to find quick fix for stagnant offense

By Michael Marot Sep. 21, 2022 06:59 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) is tripped up by Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Colts activate QB Carson Wentz from COVID-19 list

By The Associated Press Jan. 01, 2022 02:43 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) celebrates along with teammates Kenny Moore II (23) and Khari Willis after intercepting a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Colts' Leonard off virus list, ready to face Raiders

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 01:53 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich, left, greets Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury after an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. The Colts won 22-16. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Revised COVID protocols have Colts making contingency plans

By Michael Marot Dec. 29, 2021 03:39 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (99) leave the field after an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. The Colts won 22-16. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
NFL cuts isolation time for players who test positive

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 28, 2021 02:34 PM 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

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) beats Buffalo Bills safety Micah Hyde (23) and cornerback Taron Johnson (24) on a 13-yard touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
COVID-19 issues continue in NFL; Colts, Panthers hit hard

By Steve Reed Dec. 27, 2021 01:56 PM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. (11) makes a reception in front of Buffalo Bills cornerback Siran Neal, left, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Jaguars, off upset win, try to take another step at Indy

By The Associated Press Nov. 11, 2021 11:48 AM EST

Indianapolis Colts' Nyheim Hines (21) celebrates after running for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Wentz acquisition paying dividends with Indy in playoff hunt

By Michael Marot Nov. 05, 2021 08:15 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Mike White (5) throws before an NFL football game between the New York Jets and Indianapolis Colts, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Taylor, ground game help Colts find easy path past Jets

By Michael Marot Nov. 04, 2021 11:53 PM EDT

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) runs with the ball as Kansas City Chiefs defenders Jarran Reed (90) and Willie Gay (50) try to bring him down in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Henry, Taylor take center stage in Round 2 of Titans-Colts

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 12:10 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr., top, catches a touchdown pass over San Francisco 49ers cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (13) during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Rejuvenated Wentz has Colts' offense running in high gear

By Michael Marot Oct. 25, 2021 04:59 PM EDT

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) throws the ball under pressure from Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (99) and defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad (97) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
49ers coming off bye seek 1st win vs. Colts since 2001

By The Associated Press Oct. 21, 2021 12:27 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Taylor (28) rushes for a touchdown against Houston Texans' Lonnie Johnson (1) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts' offense appears Taylor-made for big-play threats

By Michael Marot Oct. 18, 2021 03:48 PM EDT

Houston Texans' Chris Moore (15) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts' Kwity Paye (51) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Indianapolis gets in sync with 31-3 victory over Houston

By Michael Marot Oct. 17, 2021 04:11 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

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

Stone, Elliott inactive for Ravens against Colts

Oct. 11, 2021 07:11 PM EDT
BALTIMORE (AP) — Ravens safeties Geno Stone and DeShon Elliott are inactive for Monday night's game against Indianapolis. The two defensive...