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Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen (97) walks off of the field at the conclusion of a regular season game action between the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions on October 20, 2019 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan.

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Should The Indianapolis Colts Sign Everson Griffen?

The 2020 NFL Draft has concluded and one of the areas the Indianapolis Colts didn't upgrade was at defensive end. The Colts had plenty of opportunities to grab an edge rusher during the final two days of the draft, but decided to pass. General manager Chris Ballard believes in their tale

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

A young Indianapolis Colts fan displays his horseshoe flag during the NFL week 7 game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN.

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1 Reason To Be Excited About Each Of The Colts' Draft Picks

The Indianapolis Colts, who had an impressive offseason, complemented that with a strong second day at the 2020 NFL Draft. Prior to the draft, general manager Chris Ballard acquired defensive lineman DeForest Buckner in exchange for the Colts' first-round selection in 2020. He then impro

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (25) walks onto the field during the NFL game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Indianapolis Colts on September 22, 2019 at Lucas Oil Stadium, in Indianapolis, IN.

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Marlon Mack Responds To Colts Drafting Jonathan Taylor

The Indianapolis Colts surprised many when they drafted Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Running back Marlon Mack is coming off the best season of his career, so it was a bit shocking to see Indy add another back. Taylor was looked upon as

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Wisconsin Badgers running back Jonathan Taylor (23) celebrates his touchdown during the Big 10 Championship game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Ohio State Buckeyes on December 7, 2019, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN.

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago With the No. 41 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Indianapolis Colts selected running back Jonathan Taylor. The Taylor pick was part of a strong second day of the draft for the Colts. Taylor's future with Indianapolis is well described by the following tweets: Colts get a workhors

USC Trojans wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (6) looks on before during a college football game between the UCLA Bruins and the USC Trojans on November 23, 2019, at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA.

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What The Colts Are Getting In New WR Michael Pittman Jr.

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Undrafted Free Agents Signed By The Colts (Complete List)

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Report: Kicker Adam Vinatieri Wants To Return In 2020

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Should The Indianapolis Colts Have Drafted A Defensive End?

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GM Chris Ballard Debunks Report About Jacob Eason's Character

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GM Chris Ballard Debunks Report About Jacob Eason's Character

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Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago Washington quarterback Jacob Eason was once viewed as a second or third-round pick. Instead, Eason dropped to the fourth round and was selected by the Indianapolis Colts. According to a recent report, there were character concerns about Eason's work ethic. However, Colts GM Chris Ballar

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich on the sidelines during the NFL game between the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts on December 1, 2019 at Lucas Oil Stadium, in Indianapolis, IN.

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Frank Reich Has Fourth-Highest Odds For Coach Of The Year

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The 3 Biggest Needs For The Indianapolis Colts Post-Draft

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Wisconsin Badgers running back Jonathan Taylor (23) looks for an opening in the line during the Big 10 Championship game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Ohio State Buckeyes on December 7, 2019, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN.

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Colts RB Jonathan Taylor Has 4th Highest Odds To Win OROY

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Experts Reveal Grades For Indianapolis Colts' 2020 Draft Class

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Experts Reveal Grades For Indianapolis Colts' 2020 Draft Class

Indianapolis Colts helmet during the game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Tennessee Titans. The Indianapolis Colts (34) defeated the Tennessee Titans (26) at Nissan Field in Nashville, TN

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago The Indianapolis Colts finished the NFL Draft with an excellent assessment. At least, that's what the experts are saying. Over the course of the three-day draft, the Colts selected the following players: Michael Pittman Jr: Wide Receiver (USC)-No. 34, 2nd Round Jonathan Taylor: Runn

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Indianapolis Colts Sign Undrafted Kicker Rodrigo Blankenship

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Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago The Indianapolis Colts addressed multiple areas during the NFL Draft, but waited until after the seventh round to go after a kicker. Georgia Bulldogs kicker Rodrigo Blankenship was looked upon as one of the best kickers in the draft, but nobody decided to take a chance on him. Shortly af

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Indianapolis Colts Land Their Quarterback In 4th Round

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Indianapolis Colts Add Big Names During Day 2 Of NFL Draft

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

A detail view of an Indianapolis Colts helmet on the bench before the week 2 NFL preseason game between the Cleveland Browns and the Indianapolis Colts on August 17, 2019 at Lucas Oil Stadium, in Indianapolis, IN helmet

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Where Do The Indianapolis Colts Stand On Day 2 Of The Draft?

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

Chicago Bears tight end Trey Burton (80) signals first down after a reception in the 3rd quarter during an NFL football game between the Detroit Lions and the Chicago Bears on November 11, 2018, at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL.

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3 Things To Know About New Colts TE Trey Burton

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Colts Sign Wide Receiver Marcus Johnson To One-Year Deal

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Colts Sign Wide Receiver Marcus Johnson To One-Year Deal

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Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago The NFL Draft is right around the corner, but the Indianapolis Colts have decided to add some depth right before draft day. Former Texas wide receiver Marcus Johnson is heading back to the Colts on a one-year deal. Johnson has spent each of the last two seasons in a Colts uniform and it

Chicago Bears tight end Trey Burton (80) celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Josh Bellamy (15) during a game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Chicago Bears on September 30, 2018, at the Soldier Field in Chicago, IL.

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Colts Agree To One-Year Deal With Tight End Trey Burton

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

Fresno State Bulldogs defensive end Mykal Walker (3) during a college football game between the Fresno State Bulldogs and the UCLA Bruins on September 15, 2018 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.

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Colts Expressing Interest In Fresno State LB Mykal Walker

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

Appalachian State Mountaineers running back Darrynton Evans (3) during the New Orleans Bowl Game between the Appalachian State Mountaineers and the UAB Blazers on December 21, 2019, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, LA.

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Report: Colts Met With Appalachian State RB Darrynton Evans

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

Indianapolis Colts safety Malik Hooker (29) warms up before the NFL game between the Miami Dolphins and the Indianapolis Colts on November 10, 2019 at Lucas Oil Stadium, in Indianapolis, IN.

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Report: Colts Safety Malik Hooker Available Via Trade

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Report: Colts Safety Malik Hooker Available Via Trade

Indianapolis Colts safety Malik Hooker (29) warms up before the NFL game between the Miami Dolphins and the Indianapolis Colts on November 10, 2019 at Lucas Oil Stadium, in Indianapolis, IN.

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago In the 2017 NFL Draft, the Indianapolis Colts drafted Malik Hooker 15th overall. With discussion that the Colts may move up in the 2020 draft, Hooker could be a very important part of a draft-day trade, according to Michael Lombardi: More players available...Malik Hooker, Indy, PJ Hall O

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3 Draft Prospects That Would Be A Fit For The Colts

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago Draft days are coming so soon the speculation will be replaced with reality. But in the meantime, let's figure out who may be the 3 best and brightest draft prospects for the Indianapolis Colts in Thursday's NFL Draft. Assumptions The logic imposed in this analysis makes o

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Colts Legend, Super Bowl Hero, Mike "Mad Dog" Curtis, Dies at 77

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Peyton Manning Hopes Joe Burrow Breaks His Rookie Record

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Should The Colts Consider Wonderlic Scores When Drafting A Quarterback?

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Colts GM Chris Ballard Will Not "Force" Drafting A Quarterback

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Bold Prediction: Indianapolis Colts Land Jordan Love

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Bold Prediction: Indianapolis Colts Land Jordan Love

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Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago Colts General Manager Chris Ballard hosted a recent conference call to discuss the upcoming draft. The biggest takeaway is that Ballard will seek to grow his cache of 8 remaining draft picks. He already used the team´s 13th overall pick to acquire DeForest Buckner. Prior to that deal,

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Colts Have Expressed Interest in TCU WR Jalen Reagor

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Colts GM Chris Ballard Talks About Plans In Upcoming NFL Draft

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Indianapolis Colts Had Virtual Meeting With TE Jake Breeland

Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago

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Colts Showing Interest In San Diego State CB Luqman Barcoo

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Colts Showing Interest In San Diego State CB Luqman Barcoo

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Janet Jacobs • 3 years ago The NFL Draft is quickly approaching and the Indianapolis Colts have a few holes left to fill this offseason. One of the biggest concerns for Indy is the lack of depth in the backfield. The Colts did bring in T.J. Carrie and Xavier Rhodes, but it appears they aren't done adding just yet.