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5 Things Learned: Big Plays Give Colts Blowout Divisional Win

The Colts have been trying to marry athletic ability with the culture theyve built in Indianapolis, and they liked what they got in late rounds.

Matt Rourke/Associated Press The Indianapolis Colts became the logical landing spot for Carson Wentz the moment his future with the Philadelphia Eagles came into question. Since the Colts completed the trade for the quarterback, general manager Chris Ballard and Co. have meticulously worked to place Wentz in a position to succeed—unlike how things were handled in his previous two seasons in Philadelphia.  Familiarity often breeds confidence. In this case, Wentz rejoined two of his former off...

The Colts addressed their need for pass rushers by selecting Michigans Kwity Paye and Vandys Dayo Odeyingbo in the first two rounds.

By: Ryan Fowler April 16th, 2021 2021-04-16T11:03:00.000Z The Draft Network Photo: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports The scenery surrounding the Indianapolis Colts changed since we last dove into their roster. The trade for quarterback Carson Wentz has been finalized following the retirement of Philip Rivers; wide receiver T.Y. Hilton is back on a one-year, prove-it deal; and, for general manager Chris Ballard, this group looks primed to compete with the AFC�...

Carney: Indianapolis Colts’ Pre-Free Agency 2021 Mock Draft (Version 1.0) With just six picks in the 2021 NFL Draft, the Colts have to try and plug some holes. Heres how I see those picks going for General Manager Chris Ballard. Author: Mar 15, 2021 Now that were into the full swing of draft season, and the start of free agency is just days away, I thought it would be a perfect time to take a swing at my first version of a Colts mock draft. Its worth noting that I did not project any trad...

Locked On Colts breaks down what the team should do with key free agents Locked On Colts host Evan Sidery and 107.5 The Fans Kevin Bowen took a look at T.Y. Hilton, Xavier Rhodes, Denico Autry, and Justin Houston. Credit: AJ Mast Indianapolis Colts T.Y. Hilton (13) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals William Jackson (22) and Jessie Bates (30) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Indianapolis. Author: Evan Sidery Updated: 9:43 PM E...

INDIANAPOLIS -- It’s something Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard started while at South Carolina State following a suggestion from his coach. Leonard, although not the biggest player, possesses the type of hands that would likely send a person staggering when hit during a boxing match. Knowing that, his coach told him he should try to punch the ball out of the ball carriers hand every chance he gets. Its a routine Leonards works on in every practice Leonard did it for the first tim...

Colts defense has thrived by implementing the H.I.T.S. principle as a way of life Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images One of the surprises of the season for many is just how good the Colts defense has been. A younger unit than many around the league, the Colts have gelled with the additions of DeForest Buckner and Xavier Rhodes into a group that has 22 takeaways, good for 3rd in the NFL. When you pair that with an offense that is 5th in the league in average points per game, you get the kind o...