Marlon Mack
Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith, left, speaks to journalists at a coaches press availability during the NFL owner's meeting, Monday, March 28, 2022, at The Breakers resort in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
Texans have many needs to address with 2 first-round picks

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 11:56 AM 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

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) fumbles the ball as he is tackled by Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. The Rams won 30-23. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings lose Cousins to COVID list before game vs. Packers

By Dave Campbell Dec. 31, 2021 11:50 AM EST

Philadelphia Eagles' Miles Sanders, center, is tackled by New York Giants' Logan Ryan, left, an Xavier McKinney during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Banged-up Eagles have tough challenge running vs. Washington

By Les Bowen Dec. 29, 2021 06:55 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

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

Pinter starts for Colts against Pats with Kelly inactive

Dec. 18, 2021 07:08 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Danny Pinter replaced Ryan Kelly in the starting lineup Saturday night against the New England Patriots...

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton (13) is tackled by Tennessee Titans cornerback Greg Mabin (30) after a catch in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Injuries force key receivers to be inactive for Jets, Colts

Nov. 04, 2021 07:22 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts' Marlon Mack (25) is tackled by Los Angeles Rams' Darious Williams (11) and Kenny Young (41) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts give Mack opportunity to find trade, more playing time

By Michael Marot Sep. 30, 2021 05:15 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

FILE - In this Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021, file photo, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) throws during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind. Wentz expects to start Sunday's season opener against Seattle. At least that's how he's working this week. But before Wentz can get on the field, he must still get through consecutive practices - and get clearance from team doctors. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Colts looking to end opening-game woes against Seahawks

By Michael Marot Sep. 09, 2021 01:42 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Parris Campbell (1) makes a catch during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Monday, Aug. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Colts counting on Wentz to rebound from frustrating start

By Michael Marot Sep. 01, 2021 05:24 PM 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 running back Jonathan Taylor 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 plan to showcase Taylor, Mack in run-heavy attack

By Michael Marot Aug. 04, 2021 05:47 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 Jacob Eason throws during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Saturday, July 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Wentz's injury forces Indy into backup plan at quarterback

By Michael Marot Jul. 31, 2021 07:35 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

Colts counting on Wentz to revitalize career as camp opens

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:16 AM EDT
INDIANAPOLSI COLTS (11-6) CAMP SITE: Westfield, Indiana LAST YEAR: Philip River’s arrival and an improved defense...

FILE - Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, in this Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, file photo. With his team facing major holes at left tackle and edge rusher heading into next week's NFL Draft in Cleveland, April 29-May 1, 2021, Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay hopes to fill one need with the No. 21 overall pick and the other over the final six rounds. But Irsay isn't tipping his hand about which way — or perhaps a third way — the Colts are leaning, certainly not with general manager Chris Ballard calling the shots. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Colts look to shore up offensive, defensive lines in draft

By Michael Marot Apr. 23, 2021 04:25 PM EDT