Andrew Luck Altering Playing Style to Avoid Injury

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder) drew loud cheers from the crowds attending training camp activities on Monday when he slid following a scramble in team drills, according to Kevin Bowen of 1070theFan. Back in July, Luck emphasized his awareness of needing to avoid taking unnecessary hits and it appears that mentality is impacting his... Read More

Jordan Wilkins "Getting it Done" in Training Camp

According to Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni, rookie running back Jordan Wilkins has been "getting it done" in training camp to this point. “One of the best compliments I think you can give as a coach… is, ‘I don’t know how to explain it, but this guy is just a good football player'," said... Read More

Ryan Grant Competing as Colts No. 2 Wideout

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ryan Grant was listed as the team's No. 2 wide receiver on the team's first unofficial depth chart released last Saturday. According to Zak Keefer of the Indy Star, it's surprising how far Grant has widened the gap between third-year wideout Chester Rogers. While Grant won't blow opposing defensive backs away... Read More

Jacoby Brissett Off to Stellar Start in Training Camp

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni has been extremely impressed with quarterback Jacoby Brissett, per Zak Keefer of the Indy Star. “He’s looked great,” Sirianni said of Brissett. “I’m a big fan.” Now that Brissett will have a full offseason under his belt to learn the playbook rather than being forced to figure things out on... Read More

"The Rust Has Fallen Off Fast" for Andrew Luck

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni stated that "the rust has fallen off fast" for quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder). Sirianni further noted that Luck's touch on deep throws has returned, which is surely a happy note for fantasy owners. With additional news that Luck will play in the Colts preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks,... Read More

Andrew Luck Expected to Play One Quarter in Preseason Opener

According to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer, Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich is planning for quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder) to play with the starters for about one quarter in the team's preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks next Thursday. Luck will eventually have to take a few hits to get back up to speed, but... Read More

Colts Activate Starting Safeties From PUP

Indianapolis Colts free safety Malik Hooker (knee) and strong safety Clayton Geathers (knee) have both passed physicals and been placed on the active roster, according to Andrew Walker of Colts.com. Both players started training camp on the PUP list, but are now expected to instantly bolster the back end of Colts secondary. While the Colts... Read More

Nyheim Hines Carving Out Role in the Slot

Indianapolis Colts rookie running back Nyheim Hines is repeatedly being lined up in the slot in training camp, according to Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star. Hines has plenty of experience as a slot receiver, as he was repeatedly used that way at North Carolina State. It appears as if Hines is a virtual lock... Read More

Jack Mewhort Retires at 26 Years Old

Indianapolis Colts tackle/guard Jack Mewhort is retiring from the NFL at the age of 26, according to Andrew Walker of Colts.com. Mewhort was a second-round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft and was a top young interior offensive linemen before missing 17 games over the last two seasons with separate knee injuries. Rookie guard Braden... Read More

T.Y. Hilton and Eric Ebron Stand Out on Tuesday

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton and tight end Eric Ebron put in standout performances at training camp on Tuesday, according to Andrew Walker of Colts.com. Hilton was giving teammates flashbacks to his 1600-receiving yard season, as he was getting open over the top and/or making tough catches in heavy traffic. Ebron, on the other... Read More

Charles Clay (TE, BUF) - 2018 Fantasy Football Sleeper

We continue our preseason fantasy football sleeper series with a look at Buffalo Bills tight end Charles Clay. While the first few rounds of every draft are essentially a wash-rinse-repeat of the consensus top-36, we can always count on those middle and late rounds to cement our confidence in this year's sleepers. The definition of... Read More

Andrew Luck Looking Sharp in Full Pads

During his first full-padded practice, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder) went 19-of-22 throwing including 12-of-14 in 11-on-11 work. While not exactly a reason to believe Luck is finally back to form, the fact that he bounced back from a rusty first day back with an above 85-percent completion percentage is extremely promising. All signs... Read More

Running Back Depth Chart Projections - Training Camp Edition

Now that the 2018 NFL Draft and the bulk of free agent signings have concluded, fantasy owners have a somewhat clearer picture of how each team's offense is going to look this upcoming season. Still, many roster positions are won and lost in training camp and the preseason, especially when it comes to the running... Read More

Andrew Luck Expected to Play in Preseason Opener

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich expects quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder) to appear in the team's preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks on Aug. 9. Luck will practice on both Thursday and Friday this week before taking a scheduled day off on Saturday. The general consensus among Colts personnel is that Luck will be ready... Read More

Colts Starting Safeties Will Open Training Camp on PUP List

Indianapolis Colts safeties Malik Hooker (knee) and Clayton Geathers (knee) will start training camp on the Physically Unable To Perform (PUP) list as they continue to rehab from their respective injuries. The more worrisome case is clearly Hooker, who is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in Week 7 of last season. The Colts... Read More

Bashaud Breeland To Visit With Colts

Free-agent cornerback Bashaud Breeland has visits scheduled with the Indianapolis Colts and Cleveland Browns this week, per ESPN's Rob Demovsky. This is the second time the Colts have interacted with Breeland this offseason, but he will need to prove to teams that his health concerns are a thing of the past. A $24 million deal... Read More

Colts to Employ Committee Backfield in 2018

According to Indianapolis Colts running backs coach Tom Rathman, the team does not plan to feature a bell-cow running back in 2018. "You’re not going to have a bell cow, so to speak," Rathman said, "a guy that’s going to carry the load." While all eyes are on sophomore running back Marlon Mack after having... Read More

Sophomore Slump Candidates for 2018

The dreaded "sophomore slump," or significant drop off in production a player experiences in his second NFL season, is something that fantasy owners hope to never hear being said about a player they own or plan on drafting. The 2017 season saw plenty of rookies make noticeable, even historic impacts on their teams immediately upon... Read More

Kerryon Johnson (RB, DET) - 2018 Fantasy Football Sleeper

We continue our preseason fantasy football sleeper series with a look at Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson. While the first few rounds of every draft are essentially a wash-rinse-repeat of the consensus top-36, we can always count on those middle and late rounds to cement our confidence in this year's sleepers. The definition of... Read More

Robert Turbin Suspended for Four Games

Indianapolis Colts running back Robert Turbin has been suspended for four games by the NFL for violating the league’s policy on performance enhancing drugs, according to Zak Keefer of the Indy Star. Keefer also stated that Turbin was operating as the Colts starting running back before the suspension with sophomore rusher Marlon Mack being limited... Read More

Andrew Luck Has No Pain in Throwing Shoulder

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder) said his surgically-repaired shoulder remains free of pain, according Zak Keefer of the Indy Star. Although Luck has increasingly been putting more stress on his throwing shoulder, the Colts will likely continue to remain cautious of the situation. Rushing back to a full workload too early was one contributing... Read More

Colts Head Coach Already Impressed with Tight End Group

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich is already delivering rave reviews about the team's group of tight ends, according to Colts.com's Andrew Walker. "I'm really excited" Reich told the media. “I knew what a good player Jack [Doyle] was. But getting him and [Eric] Ebron together has been good.” Jack Doyle and Eric Ebron have... Read More

Adam Vinatieri Has No Plans to Retire

Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri says he has no plans to retire in the near future, per Colts.com writer Andrew Walker. "I love it as much today as I had when I started 23 years ago," Vinatieri said, "I’m not looking to hang them up anytime soon." The 45-year-old kicker will be entering his 23rd... Read More

Eric Ebron Has Been "Impressive" in Offseason Program

According to Indy Star's Stephen Holder, Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron "has been among the more impressive Colts" during the team's offseason program. His athletic skill set has led to head coach Frank Reich using Ebron all over the formation. "He’s really smart," Reich said, "and that’s really good because you want to use... Read More

Deon Cain Expected to Compete in Three-Receiver Sets

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Deon Cain is expected to compete for a role in three-wide sets in 2018, according to Zak Keefer of the Indianapolis Star. Wide receivers Chester Rogers and Ryan Grant are the favorites to be on the field alongside T.Y. Hilton in those sets right now, but Cain drew rave reviews... Read More

"The Pain is Gone" in Andrew Luck's Shoulder

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (shoulder) told the media on Monday that the "pain" in his surgically-repaired shoulder is "gone". Now that Luck is feeling more confident in his recovery and has finally thrown a football, there is at least some light at the end of the tunnel. While the Colts will limit Luck in... Read More

Injuries Hobble Colts Safeties Ahead of Training Camp

Indianapolis Colts free safety Malik Hooker (knee) and strong safety Clayton Geathers are both coming off of injuries for the team's training camp. Hooker has a chance to be cleared for training camp, while Geathers is questionable to attend. Hooker is eight months removed from ACL surgery and did some off-field work at offseason team... Read More

Chester Rogers Held Out of Minicamp

According to FOX 59 Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Colts held wide receiver Chester Rogers (hamstring) out of the entirety of minicamp. Rogers had much of his 2017 campaign derailed by a hamstring issue and the recurring nature of the injury should be concerning, but many expect him to be fine for training camp. After T.Y. Hilton,... Read More

Colts GM Hopes Erik Swoope Will Be Ready for Training Camp

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard hopes to have tight end Erik Swoope (knee) back in time for training camp. Swoope has been sidelined since last August after undergoing numerous procedures to his knee. Even if he can participate in training camp without finding his name on the PUP list, Eric Ebron and Jack Doyle... Read More

Colts Have "Big Designs" for Nyheim Hines

Following this week's minicamp, Zak Keefer of the Indianapolis Star believes it's "clear" the Indianapolis Colts have "big designs" for rookie running back Nyheim Hines in offense. From his hands to his kick return skills, Hines' name seems to keep popping up. Keefer added Hines was "among the most active players on offense" in spring... Read More