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Alec Pierce Alec Pierce Returns to practice
Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 6:16 PM
Pierce (groin) returned to practice Tuesday, 93.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
Analysis: Pierce suffered a groin injury during an Aug. 10 practice and missed Saturday's preseason game. He's unlikely to play in the final preseason contest, but looks to be on track for the start of the regular season. |
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Riley Leonard Riley Leonard Will play in exhibition finale
Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 3:50 PM
Coach Shane Steichen said Leonard and Jason Bean will handle quarterback duties for the Colts in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bengals, Jake Arthur of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Both Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson will rest for the exhibition finale, allowing Leonard and Bean to soak up valuable game reps. Leonard was a sixth-round pick out of Notre Dame in the 2025 Draft and has completed 19 of 36 passes for 156 scoreless yards and one interception through two preseason contests. He's also rushed six times for 44 yards. |
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Tyler Goodson Tyler Goodson Avoids major injury
Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 1:55 PM
Goodson (elbow) doesn't have a major injury, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: Goodson was third back through the rotation in Saturday's preseason game against Green Bay -- after Jonathan Taylor and DJ Giddens -- but then left early with an elbow injury. It apparently isn't serious, giving Goodson a shot to be ready for Week 1 and keep a spot on the roster. Khalil Herbert (undisclosed) has also been out recently, leaving the Colts with nothing but undrafted rookies in the backfield behind Taylor and Giddens. They'll likely give Taylor the vast majority of snaps come Week 1, with either Giddens or Goodson subbing in occasionally. |
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Anthony Richardson Anthony Richardson Stuck behind Jones for Week 1
Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 9:54 AM
Richardson was informed Tuesday that he'll open the regular season backing up Daniel Jones, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The former Giant didn't necessarily outplay Richardson over two preseason games, but Jones did remain healthy throughout spring practice and training camp, while the fourth overall pick in the 2023 Draft has dealt with shoulder and finger injuries. There's still a good chance Richardson eventually makes starts this season, given Jones' shaky track record with the Giants in terms of both durability and performance. |
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Daniel Jones Daniel Jones Named as starter
Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 9:49 AM
Jones has been named the starting quarterback for Week 1 against Miami, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Colts coach Shane Steichen reportedly informed Jones and Anthony Richardson of his decision Tuesday morning. There wasn't a decisive winner in the QB competition over two preseason games, but Jones seemingly made a better impression on the practice field this spring and summer. His poor track record with the Giants suggests Richardson is likely to make starts at some point this season, however. |
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Will Mallory Will Mallory Having strong training camp
Mon, Aug 18, 2025, 2:53 PM
Mallory had one reception for 11 yards on three targets in Saturday's preseason loss to Green Bay. He's had an impressive training camp that could help him win a roster spot, 93.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
Analysis: If the Colts keep four tight ends, Mallory is likely battling Jelani Woods and Drew Ogletree for the final spot. Mallory has showed off his receiving ability in training camp, but no tight end other than Tyler Warren may be a significant factor in the passing game. |
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DJ Giddens DJ Giddens Busy in multiple roles Saturday
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 5:45 PM
Giddens rushed six times for 28 yards, brought in one of three targets for nine yards and returned one kickoff for 27 yards in the Colts' 23-19 preseason loss to the Packers on Saturday afternoon.
Analysis: Giddens was the beneficiary of an early exit by Tyler Goodson (elbow), which led to the former seeing enough opportunity to finish with a team-high rushing yardage total. Giddens, a rookie fifth-round pick who exceeded 1,200 rushing yards in each of his last two college seasons, was reasonably productive with his touches, and he offered a solid gain on his one kickoff return. Veteran Khalil Herbert, seemingly Giddens' biggest competition for the No. 3 running back job, remained out with an undisclosed injury Saturday, so the versatile first-year back appears to be in increasingly good position to latch on to a roster spot. |
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Tyler Warren Tyler Warren Splash play on one catch
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 5:31 PM
Warren secured one of three targets for 25 yards in the Colts' 23-19 preseason loss to the Packers on Saturday afternoon.
Analysis: The talented rookie was overthrown by Daniel Jones on third down to close out the Colts' first possession, but Warren bounced back with his 25-yard grab on the second drive to push the ball to the Packers' 11-yard line. Warren has played a first-team role in both of his preseason games to date and is poised for a significant role as the clear top pass-catching option at tight end to open his career. |
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Michael Pittman Michael Pittman Two grabs in preseason debut
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 5:28 PM
Pittman secured two of three targets for 31 yards in the Colts' 23-19 preseason loss to the Packers on Saturday afternoon.
Analysis: The veteran receiver showed off some solid chemistry with Daniel Jones in their first taste of game action together, recording nine- and 22-yard gains on two of the first three plays of Indianapolis' second possession. Pittman is coming off a somewhat disappointing 2024 which he finished with a 69-808-3 line after posting a career-high 109 catches and 1,152 receiving yards the season prior, but he's projected to once again serve as the Colts' unquestioned No. 1 wideout. |
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Khalil Herbert Khalil Herbert Doesn't play vs. Green Bay
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 4:33 PM
Herbert (undisclosed) did not play in the Colts' 23-19 preseason loss to the Packers on Saturday.
Analysis: Herbert has been sidelined for the past week due to an undisclosed injury, which prevented him from suiting up in Saturday's exhibition contest. The severity and nature of the injury are not clear, but Herbert's practice participation this upcoming week will be an indication of his chances of playing in the Colts' preseason finale against the Bengals on Saturday, Aug. 23. He's battling against DJ Giddens and Tyler Goodson for backup duties behind Jonathan Taylor in the backfield. |
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Jonathan Taylor Jonathan Taylor Looks good on one carry
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 3:49 PM
Taylor rushed once for nine yards and wasn't targeted in the Colts' 23-19 preseason loss to the Packers on Saturday afternoon.
Analysis: Taylor hit his nice gain off left tackle midway through the Colts' first-team offense's second and final possession after not seeing any touches on the opening drive. The talented back was unsurprisingly only briefly featured, and Saturday's carry may well represent the extent of his preseason work. Taylor will be sharing the backfield with either Daniel Jones or Anthony Richardson come Week 1 while filling his usual high-volume, dual role. |
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Anthony Richardson Anthony Richardson Solid following Jones in loss
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 3:32 PM
Richardson completed six of 11 passes for 73 yards and rushed once for nine yards in the Colts' 23-19 preseason loss to the Packers on Saturday afternoon.
Analysis: Richardson had some additional pressure coming into the game after Daniel Jones finished off his time in the contest with a sharp drive, but the third-year signal-caller responded by leading a 12-play, 90-yard scoring march that culminated in a three-yard touchdown run by Tyler Goodson. The 2023 first-round pick had five completions during the possession, including 21- and 18-yard connections with Drew Ogletree and Ashton Dulin, respectively, on consecutive plays. Richardson's second and final drive also resulted in points -- via a field goal -- despite him going just 1-for-4 through the air, as the Colts gained possession on the Packers' 22-yard line following a fumble recovery. With both quarterbacks apparently very close in their job battle, next Saturday's road preseason finale might serve as the final installment in the competition between Jones and Richardson to open the regular season as the starting signal-caller. |
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Daniel Jones Daniel Jones Sharp in preseason start
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 3:25 PM
Jones completed seven of 11 passes for 101 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions and netted no gain on one carry in the Colts' 23-19 preseason loss to the Packers on Saturday afternoon. He also fumbled once but recovered.
Analysis: Per Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan, Jones' afternoon didn't exactly get off to an encouraging start considering he missed an open Tyler Warren on a third-down pass that was overthrown. However, the veteran was much sharper on his second possession, helming an 11-play, 77-yard march on which he had a big 23-yard completion wiped out by an offensive holding penalty against Adonai Mitchell. Jones completed passes to four different targets, with the highlights being 22- and 25-yard connections to Michael Pittman and Warren, respectively. Anthony Richardson also put some good play on film following Jones' time in the contest, so it remains to be seen if next Saturday's preseason finale at Cincinnati will serve as the final proving ground for both players in their battle for the No. 1 quarterback job. |
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Tyler Goodson Tyler Goodson Exits game with elbow injury
Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 1:29 PM
Goodson was forced out of Saturday's preseason game against the Packers with an elbow injury, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Prior to his exit from the contest, Goodson -- who was sporting a brace on his arm as he went to the locker room, per Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star -- carried twice for 10 yards with a TD. If he's forced to miss time beyond Saturday, added opportunities behind starter Jonathan Taylor would be available for rookie DJ Giddens as well as Khalil Herbert (undisclosed). |
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Alec Pierce Alec Pierce Misses Thursday's practice
Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 4:04 PM
Pierce (groin) didn't practice Thursday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Previous reports suggested that Pierce was day-to-day, but given the wideout's continued absence from practice, it seems safe to say he won't see any action in Saturday's preseason contest against the Packers. Meanwhile, fellow WR Josh Downs left Thursday's session with a hamstring injury, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports. |
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Josh Downs Josh Downs Exits Thursday's practice
Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 3:45 PM
Downs left Thursday's practice with a hamstring injury, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The report notes that Downs walked off under his own power, but the wideout's status for Saturday's preseason contest against the Packers nonetheless is worth monitoring. Consider Downs day-to-day for now. |
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Khalil Herbert Khalil Herbert Remains sidelined Thursday
Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 2:38 PM
Herbert (undisclosed) isn't practicing Thursday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Herbert hasn't practiced since playing in last Thursday's preseason opener against the Ravens, in which he rushed seven times for 29 yards and a touchdown. He's competing with Tyler Goodson and DJ Giddens for a depth role behind Jonathan Taylor in Indianapolis' backfield. |
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D.J. Montgomery D.J. Montgomery Lands on injured reserve
Wed, Aug 13, 2025, 7:39 PM
The Colts placed Montgomery (undisclosed) on the injured reserve list Wednesday.
Analysis: By being placed on injured reserve, Montgomery will be forced to miss the entire 2025 season unless an injury settlement is reached. He spent the entire 2024 season on the Colts' practice squad but hasn't seen regular-season action since 2023 with Indianapolis, when he caught three passes (on eight targets) for 56 yards and a touchdown across seven games. |
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D.J. Montgomery D.J. Montgomery Misses practice Monday
Mon, Aug 11, 2025, 4:14 PM
Montgomery missed Monday's practice with an undisclosed injury, the Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: Montgomery was not targeted and did not have a carry in Thursday's preseason loss at Baltimore. He was seen being assisted to the medical tent. He's likely dealing with some kind of injury as a result. |
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Jonathan Taylor Jonathan Taylor Starters in line to play Saturday
Mon, Aug 11, 2025, 12:26 PM
After not seeing any action in the Colts' preseason opener, Taylor is a candidate to log snaps Saturday against the Packers, Amanda Foster of the Colts' official site reports.
Analysis: On the topic of key players' playing time this weekend, coach Shane Steichen noted that starters will play "about a quarter" versus Green Bay. In that scenario, Taylor would have an opportunity to get some touches on offense before giving way to some combination of DJ Giddens, Khalil Herbert (undisclosed), Ulysses Bentley, Nate Noel and Nay'Quan Wright. |
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