Jacoby Brissett
FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady calls signals at the line of scrimmage against the Miami Dolphins in the first half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. The Dolphins signed seven potential starters, but none will help their chances of overtaking the New England Patriots in the AFC East as much as Tom Brady did by bolting from Boston for Tampa Bay. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
QB quest new for Patriots, but familiar for AFC East foes

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 01, 2020 05:00 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 1, 2019, file photo, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) is shown on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Indianapolis. Brissett's role has changed. Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich doesn't believe anything else will with his now backup quarterback. Brissett lost the starting job two weeks ago when the Colts agreed to sign free agent Philip Rivers to a one-year contract. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Colts looking for ways to get most out of Rivers, Brissett

By Michael Marot Mar. 31, 2020 04:43 PM EDT

New England Patriots wide receiver Phillip Dorsett (13) carries the ball during warm-ups prior to an NFL wild-card playoff game against the Tennessee Titans, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020 in Foxborough, Mass. The Titans defeated the Patriots 20-13. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
AP Sources: Seahawks land WR Phillip Dorsett on 1-year deal

By Tim Booth Mar. 24, 2020 04:05 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers stands for the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Indianapolis Colts and longtime Los Angeles Chargers star quarterback Philip Rivers have worked out a one-year contract. That’s according to a person who spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal cannot be officially announced until Wednesday, March 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Rivers eager to prove critics wrong after joining Colts

By Michael Marot Mar. 21, 2020 03:40 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers stands for the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Indianapolis Colts and longtime Los Angeles Chargers star quarterback Philip Rivers have worked out a one-year contract. That’s according to a person who spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal cannot be officially announced until Wednesday, March 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Key additions and subtractions for AFC teams in free agency

By Barry Wilner Mar. 19, 2020 05:33 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers' DeForest Buckner sits on the bench during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 54 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Buckner's belated birthday celebration begins with Colts

By Michael Marot Mar. 18, 2020 08:19 PM EDT

Colts filling needs as free agency gets ready to open

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 07:11 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS COLTS (7-9) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: OL Josh Andrews S Briean Boddy-Calhoun, OL Le'Raven Clark, TE Eric Ebron, WR Devin...

FILE - In this Jan. 21, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, left, hugs coach Bill Belichick after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, in Foxborough, Mass. Brady is an NFL free agent for the first time in his career. The 42-year-old quarterback with six Super Bowl rings said Tuesday morning, March 17, 2020, that he is leaving the New England Patriots. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Brady's exit leaves Patriots to swim in crowded QB market

By Kyle Hightower Mar. 17, 2020 05:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 file photo,Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) warms up before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. Now that we know Philip Rivers won't be leading the Chargers into SoFi Stadium in September, the muddied waters of NFL quarterbacking have been cleared a bit. Just a little bit. Not knowing where Rivers might be headed if anywhere in 2020 doesn't simplify things at all. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
AP source: Colts agree to 1-year deal with QB Philip Rivers

By Michael Marot Mar. 17, 2020 04:17 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2019, file photo, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) smiles after defeating the Indianapolis Colts 34-7 in an NFL football game in New Orleans. A person familiar with the situation says the Saints and record-setting quarterback Drew Brees have agreed on a two-year, $50 million contract. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, because the deal has not been announced. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, Fle)
NFL considering delaying approval of free agent deals

By Barry Wilner Mar. 17, 2020 02:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 file photo,Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) warms up before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. Now that we know Philip Rivers won't be leading the Chargers into SoFi Stadium in September, the muddied waters of NFL quarterbacking have been cleared a bit. Just a little bit. Not knowing where Rivers might be headed if anywhere in 2020 doesn't simplify things at all. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Analysis: Offseason Fix: Where are the free QBs headed?

By Barry Wilner Feb. 12, 2020 02:36 AM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady shakes hands with a fan as he leaves the field after losing an NFL wild-card playoff football game to the Tennessee Titans, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Brady exits NFL playoffs with loss, retirement unlikely

By Jimmy Golen Jan. 05, 2020 12:09 AM EST

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard speaks during a news conference at the team's NFL football training facility, Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Ballard to remain patient about Colts quarterback options

By Michael Marot Jan. 02, 2020 01:11 PM EST

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

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Keelan Cole, front, makes a reception in front of Indianapolis Colts cornerback Rock Ya-Sin during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Minshew, Jaguars close out season with 38-20 win over Colts

By Mark Long Dec. 29, 2019 07:32 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett, left, looks for a receiver as guard Braden Smith (72) blocks Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars 12/29/2019

Dec. 29, 2019 04:47 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers-Seahawks prime-time showdown highlights Week 17

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 26, 2019 06:47 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

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' Jordan Wilkins (20) runs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Panthers struggles continue in blowout loss at Indianapolis

By Michael Marot Dec. 22, 2019 07:08 PM EST