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Colts | Denzelle Good hopes to return soon Fri Aug 17, 07:36 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT Denzelle Good (hamstring) is dealing with a Grade 2 hamstring tear but hopes to return to practice next week.
Link to story Colts | Indy shakes up offensive line Thu Aug 16, 03:54 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT J'Marcus Webb worked at left tackle during practice Thursday, Aug. 16, while OT Austin Howard worked at right tackle. OG Braden Smith worked at offensive guard after receiving some time at tackle in previous practices.
Link to story Colts | Kemoko Turay returns to practice Thu Aug 16, 03:53 PM
Indianapolis Colts DE Kemoko Turay (undisclosed) participated in practice Thursday, Aug. 16, after missing a few weeks because of an undisclosed injury.
Link to storyKemoko Turay player page
Colts | Jordan Wilkins emerges as challenger Wed Aug 15, 03:08 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Jordan Wilkins has emerged as a potential backup, taking advantage of the absence of RB Marlon Mack (hamstring).
| Footballguys view: Wilkins has always been a fantasy sleeper in this undecided backfield. The rookie from Ole Miss has a good all-purpose skill set with a good size/speed combination. Wilkins has good footwork and knows how to make defenders miss in tight quarters. He needs to improve his pass protection and run with a bit more authority if he wants a large role for the Colts in 2018. Fantasy GMs need to monitor this backfield looking for value. Wilkins has a current ADP of RB56 (13.06) in 12-team PPR leagues. |
Jordan Wilkins player page
Colts | Indy hashing out starting CBs Wed Aug 15, 03:07 PM
Indianapolis Colts CBs Pierre Desir and Kenny Moore II are listed as the team's starters on the unofficial depth chart, but CB Quincy Wilson made the start in the preseason opener over Desir last Thursday. Moore has reportedly been most steady in training camp so far, and he is viewed as the most versatile for the slot corner spot, too.
Link to storyPierre Desir player page
Quincy Wilson player page
Colts | Anthony Walker still nursing injury Wed Aug 15, 03:06 PM
Indianapolis Colts LB Anthony Walker Jr. (groin) tweaked his groin on July 29 and has been sidelined since, losing his grip on the starting job at the MIKE linebacker position. LBs Zaire Franklin and Skai Moore have been given looks at the position during training camp and the preseason, but Walker is still considered the favorite once he can return.
Link to story Colts | Tarell Basham losing grip on job? Wed Aug 15, 02:56 PM
Indianapolis Colts DE Tarell Basham was considered the definite favorite to start opposite DE Jabaal Sheard earlier in training camp, but the team has shuffled things around. DT Margus Hunt has moved over from defensive tackle to work at end, and DE John Simon has also worked with the starters. DE Kemoko Turay (undisclosed) is battling an undisclosed injury at the moment and isn't considered to be in the mix. The team is expected to use a rotation at the spot opposite Sheard even after someone officially wins the job.
Link to storyJabaal Sheard player page
Margus Hunt player page
John Simon player page
Tarell Basham player page
Kemoko Turay player page
Colts | Right tackle up for grabs in Indy Wed Aug 15, 02:55 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT Denzelle Good (hamstring) is likely the favorite to start at right tackle, but he is sidelined for two weeks to nurse a hamstring injury. OT Austin Howard has been demoted for poor play and unable to seize the opportunity, so OT J'Marcus Webb has worked with the first-team offense, while OT Joe Haeg has also started to see reps at the spot.
Link to story Colts | Malik Hooker could debut Aug. 25 Wed Aug 15, 02:37 PM
Indianapolis Colts FS Malik Hooker (knee) might be able to make his preseason debut Aug. 25 against the San Francisco 49ers.
Link to storyMalik Hooker player page
Colts | Clayton Geathers might play Monday Wed Aug 15, 02:37 PM
The Indianapolis Colts are hopeful S Clayton Geathers (knee) will be able to make his preseason debut Monday, Aug. 20 against the Baltimore Ravens. 'We are hoping that he can be ready,' head coach Frank Reich said Wednesday, Aug. 15.
Link to storyClayton Geathers player page
Colts | Josh Ferguson returns to practice Tue Aug 14, 08:09 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Josh Ferguson (hamstring) was back in pads to start practice Tuesday, Aug. 14, according to Andrew Walker of Colts.com.
Link to storyJosh Ferguson player page
Colts | Tion Green signed by Colts Tue Aug 14, 05:02 PM
Free-agent RB Tion Green (Lions) was signed by the Indianapolis Colts Tuesday, Aug. 14. LB Will Ossai was waived with a Non-Football Illness designation in a corresponding move.
| Footballguys view: Green came out of Cincinnati as an undrafted free agent in 2017. Signed by the Lions, Green is a big-bodied back who can grind between the tackles. The Lions decided to let him go, and now he finds his way to Indianapolis. |
Tion Green player page
Colts | Indy adds Branden Oliver, Matt Hazel Sun Aug 12, 07:31 PM
Free-agent RB Branden Oliver (Chargers) and WR Matt Hazel (Browns) signed with the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Aug. 12. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed. The team also placed WR Deon Cain (knee) on the Reserve/Injured list and waived WR Dres Anderson.
| Footballguys view: Oliver is a solid all-around back, but an achilles tear might have robbed him of his ceiling. Still, with the Colts backfield mostly banged up, it is worth tracking any competent back on the roster - even Christine Michael. |
Matt Hazel player page
Branden Oliver player page
Deon Cain player page
Colts | Indy makes adjustments on offensive line Sun Aug 12, 10:42 AM
Indianapolis Colts OT Le'Raven Clark worked out at left tackle, with OT Braden Smith playing right tackle, during practice with the first-team offense Sunday, Aug. 12.
Link to story Colts | Shamarko Thomas cut in Indy Sat Aug 11, 04:15 PM
The Indianapolis Colts cut SS Shamarko Thomas on Saturday, Aug. 11, just two days after his ejection in the preseason opener.
Link to storyShamarko Thomas player page
Colts | Ryan Delaire lands in Indy Sat Aug 11, 03:32 PM
Free-agent DE Ryan Delaire (Panthers) signed with the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, Aug. 11. Terms of the deal were undisclosed.
Link to story Colts | Robert Turbin dealing with injury Fri Aug 10, 06:19 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Robert Turbin (ankle) suffered an ankle injury in the first preseason game and is considered week-to-week.
| Footballguys view: Turbin will have plenty of time to get to 100% as he serves a four-game suspension to begin the season. The team appears to be keeping him on the roster despite the suspension, so he may be on our waiver wire watch list later in the season. |
Robert Turbin player page
Colts | Marlon Mack week-to-week Fri Aug 10, 06:13 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Marlon Mack (hamstring) is considered week-to-week because of a hamstring injury, according to head coach Frank Reich.
Link to storyMarlon Mack player page
Colts | Deon Cain has torn ACL Fri Aug 10, 06:00 PM
Updating a previous report, Indianapolis Colts WR Deon Cain (knee) suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in the first preseason game and will miss the rest of the season.
| Footballguys view: The worst fears ended up being correct, as Cain will be lost for the season. Fellow rookie Daurice Fountain has an opportunity opened up for him, and Ryan Grant is likely entrenched as the #2. Chester Rogers might end up being the #3, but he has had a mixed camp to date. Cain is still worth a stash in dynasty leagues, especially ones with IR slots. |
Deon Cain player page
Colts | Deon Cain could have serious knee injury Fri Aug 10, 03:52 PM
Updating a previous report, Indianapolis Colts WR Deon Cain (knee) may have suffered a season-ending knee injury in the team's preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday, Aug. 9, according to The Ringer's Michael Lombardi.
| Footballguys view: Cain was pushing Chester Rogers to be the #3 and potentially play a big role in the red zone. This could help Jack Doyle, clearly the better red zone tight end of the Colts duo with Eric Ebron. |
Deon Cain player page
Colts | Marlon Mack likely to miss 'a few weeks' Fri Aug 10, 03:29 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Marlon Mack (hamstring) is expected to miss a few weeks with a 'manageable hamstring strain,' according to CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora, who adds the team is still awaiting final confirmation.
| Footballguys view: Good news, but this still mars the fantasy outlook of a speed back like Mack, at least until he comes back and plays a few weeks without incident. None of the other Colts backs impressed, so Mack is still in line to lead this backfield as soon as his hamstring is ready. |
Marlon Mack player page
Colts | Deon Cain injures knee Fri Aug 10, 10:29 AM
Indianapolis Colts WR Deon Cain (knee) left the preseason game Thursday, Aug. 9, with a knee injury and did not return.
| Footballguys view: Ryan Grant appeared to be clearly ahead of Cain for the #2 wideout spot despite Cain's offseason and camp buzz, and this injury will only increase the gap between the two. |
Colts | Andrew Luck back in action Thu Aug 9, 11:18 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck (shoulder) completed six of his nine pass attempts for 64 yards against the Seattle Seahawks in the preseason Thursday, Aug. 9.
| Footballguys view: Nothing of note happened, which is great news. Luck was able to be effective on high percentage passes and took some hits. Everything is on schedule for him to start Week 1 vs Cincinnati. |
Andrew Luck player page
Colts | Marlon Mack tweaks hamstring Thu Aug 9, 11:07 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Marlon Mack (hamstring) exited the preseason opener against the Seattle Seahawks with a hamstring injury Thursday, Aug. 9, and won't return.
| Footballguys view: Hamstring injuries can be tricky for speed backs like Mack. The good news for him is that the rookie backs didn't play a big role or overwhelm on their touches, but the Colts will likely be very cautious with Mack through the rest of the preseason and we'll hold our breath when he takes his first post-injury touches. |
Marlon Mack player page
Colts | Andrew Luck will play sparingly Thu Aug 9, 01:33 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck (shoulder) is expected to play between two to four series, according to The Indianapolis Star's Zak Keefer.
| Footballguys view: The team will -- wisely -- be cautious with Luck. Things look good right now, and he doesn't look rusty, so why risk scuttling the season before it's begun with a Luck injury? The offensive line looks improved, he has some good targets and a defense which should keep him in games. He's a top-five talent hovering at 10 overall for quarterback ADP. If Fantasy GMs like what they see over the next few weeks in preseason, he could move up past that. |
Andrew Luck player page
Colts | Nyheim Hines listed as top returner Wed Aug 8, 07:35 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Nyheim Hines is listed as the No. 1 kick and punt returner on the team's first depth chart.
| Footballguys view: Hines is explosive and he is a bit of a sleeper for Fantasy GMs in PPR leagues. If he plays up to his potential, the opportunity is there for him to have some flex appeal in that format. He could be the Colts version of Chris Thompson. |
Colts | Several options for DE job Wed Aug 8, 07:31 PM
Indianapolis Colts DEs Tarell Basham, John Simon, Kemoko Turay and DE Margus Hunt have all received work with the first-team defense at the defensive end spot opposite DE Jabaal Sheard.
Link to storyMargus Hunt player page
John Simon player page
Tarell Basham player page
Colts | Austin Howard may start in 2018 Wed Aug 8, 07:27 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT Austin Howard appears to be the leading candidate for the starting right tackle job at this point.
Link to story Colts | More consistency needed from Chester Rogers Wed Aug 8, 07:15 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Chester Rogers needs to show more consistency with the first-team offense if he wants a chance to win the No. 2 receiver job, in the opinion of 1070 The Fan's Kevin Bowen.
Link to storyChester Rogers player page
Colts | Erik Swoope lost in the shuffle? Wed Aug 8, 03:03 PM
Indianapolis Colts TE Erik Swoope has reportedly been having a strong training camp, but he remains behind newcomer TE Eric Ebron and incumbent TE Jack Doyle on the depth chart.
| Footballguys view: Swoope has always been an intriguing deep dynasty prospect, mainly because of his story (never played college football) and skill set (basketball player in college at Miami). He is buried on the depth chart but an injury or two could put him into a more prominent role. Just remember the name as things are finally shaping up for Swoope after developing for a few years with the Colts. |
Erik Swoope player page
Colts | Joe Haeg working at left tackle Tue Aug 7, 03:04 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT Joe Haeg worked as the starting left tackle during practice Tuesday, Aug. 7, and probably will start at the position in the first preseason game with OT Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) sidelined, in the opinion of 1070 The Fan's Kevin Bowen.
Link to story Colts | Malik Hooker still limited Tue Aug 7, 02:55 PM
Indianapolis Colts FS Malik Hooker (knee) remains limited during practice and is not expected to be a full participant until next week at the earliest.
| Footballguys view: A first-round pick in the 2017 NFL draft, Hooker made it through only seven games as a rookie. His talent is off the charts and the team should ease him back into action now that he's ready to participate. The team is hoping that Hooker will be able to play in the third preseason game. |
Malik Hooker player page
Colts | Clayton Geathers a full participant Tue Aug 7, 02:44 PM
Indianapolis Colts S Clayton Geathers (knee) participated in team drills during practice Tuesday, Aug. 7.
Link to storyClayton Geathers player page
Colts | Ryan Grant making push to start Tue Aug 7, 12:45 PM
Indianapolis Colts WRs Ryan Grant and T.Y. Hilton 'have really separated themselves' with regards to the top two receiver spots on the depth chart, according to head coach Frank Reich.
| Footballguys view: Grant appears to still have created a gap between him and rookie standout Deon Cain, with holdover Chester Rogers stuck at no higher than third on the depth chart. |
Ryan Grant player page
Colts | Erik Swoope having great camp Mon Aug 6, 11:05 AM
Indianapolis Colts TE Erik Swoope is having a great camp, in the opinion of beat writer Zak Keefer.
| Footballguys view: Swoope has taken a few years in the pros just to learn the position. He never played college football but instead played college basketball for the University of Miami. He brings that basketball skill set to the football field. Swoope is a player we've always monitored in super deep dynasty leagues. |
Erik Swoope player page
Colts | Ryan Grant listed as starter Sun Aug 5, 09:34 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Ryan Grant is listed as the starter opposite WR T.Y. Hilton on the first depth chart released Saturday, Aug. 5.
| Footballguys view: Grant was a fifth-round pick out of Tulane in 2014 and basically served as a backup receiver during his three years with Washington. Now with his new team, we'll see if Grant can show well as the starter. Hilton should absorb a lot of targets with Chester Rogers also getting some targets as the slot receiver. Grant caught 45 passes last year with Washington but projecting him for 30-40 catches this year might be fair...even with the new starting role. |
Ryan Grant player page
Colts | J'Marcus Webb working with starters Sun Aug 5, 06:32 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT J'Marcus Webb has been working as the starting left tackle during practice when OT Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) has been sidelined. OG Denzelle Good is also expected to receive snaps at left tackle.
Link to story Colts | John Simon nursing groin injury Sun Aug 5, 01:47 PM
Indianapolis Colts DE John Simon (groin) did not practice Sunday, Aug. 5, due to a groin injury.
Link to storyJohn Simon player page
Colts | Anthony Castonzo to miss time Sun Aug 5, 01:47 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) is expected to 'miss a little bit of time' after reinjuring his hamstring Friday, Aug. 3. Castonzo is expected to be ready to play in time for the season opener.
| Footballguys view: The addition of Quenton Nelson should get this line out of the bottom of the NFL ranks, but they'll need Castonzo to stay healthy. Hopefully this isn't a harbinger of an injury-marred season for the team's best offensive lineman for the last few years. |
Colts | T.Y. Hilton fielding punts at practice Sun Aug 5, 10:51 AM
Indianapolis Colts WR T.Y. Hilton fielded punts at practice Sunday, Aug. 5, although head coach Frank Reich said he is unlikely to be used as a punt returner on a full-time basis.
Link to storyT.Y. Hilton player page
Colts | Jacoby Brissett unlikely to be moved Sat Aug 4, 05:09 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Jacoby Brissett likely will not be traded even if a team offered a first-round pick, according to owner Jim Irsay. Irsay said he believes Brissett is the best backup quarterback in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: It's debatable who the best backup quarterback in the league is, but Philadelphia fans (hello, Nick Foles, Super Bowl MVP) would take issue with Irsay's claim. Brissett showed a bit filling in for Andrew Luck last year. He's not Luck, but if Brissett is forced into the lineup the bottom won't fall out of the offense. |
Jacoby Brissett player page
Colts | Anthony Castonzo injured Friday Sat Aug 4, 05:08 PM
Indianapolis Colts OT Anthony Castonzo (hamstring) left practice early Friday, Aug. 3, because of a hamstring injury.
Link to story Colts | Owner high on Marlon Mack Sat Aug 4, 01:04 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Marlon Mack has the chance to rush for 1,500 yards this season, in the opinion of owner Jim Irsay.
| Footballguys view: We'll take Irsay's comments with a grain of salt here. All signs point towards the Colts employing a three or even four-way (once Robert Turbin is back) committee in the backfield. Mack is still the most valuable in terms of ADP. |
Marlon Mack player page
Colts | Jeremy Vujnovich back on the field Fri Aug 3, 04:09 PM
Indianapolis Colts OG Jeremy Vujnovich (calf) passed his physical Friday, Aug. 3, and has been activated from the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list.
Link to story Colts | Andrew Luck to play in preseason opener Fri Aug 3, 02:54 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck is expected to play with the starters for about a quarter in the preseason opener versus the Seattle Seahawks, according to head coach Frank Reich.
| Footballguys view: This is much better than anyone would have projected when Luck wasn't throwing a regulation football yet in the spring. If he doesn't have any setbacks, Luck should be good to go for Week 1 against Cincinnati and he's looking like a value at his current ADP. |
Andrew Luck player page
Colts | Nyheim Hines working as receiver Thu Aug 2, 10:41 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Nyheim Hines has been lining up in the slot and being sent into motion out of the backfield when he isn't running the ball.
| Footballguys view: Hines could be an intriguing PPR guy if he is lining up in the slot a ton. He's got excellent speed and Andrew Luck has lacked a weapon for the shorter throws since his tight ends never seem to work out. He might be worth an upside pick late, especially in PPR leagues. |
Colts | Jordan Wilkins pushing for time Thu Aug 2, 10:33 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Jordan Wilkins has been coming into his own during training camp, according to Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star, and Holder believes Wilkins could force his way into the running back rotation.
| Footballguys view: Wilkins isn't the fastest back, but he's quick and shows tremendous vision. The Colts don't have a great backfield, so if he keeps this up he could see snaps. Right now Marlon Mack is likely to be the lead running back, but he's no sure thing. If Wilkins does work during the preseason games, you can bet he will get a shot. Right now he's not worth a pickup, but he is a guy to watch. |
Colts | Tarell Basham drops weight Thu Aug 2, 04:52 PM
Indianapolis Colts DE Tarell Basham said he has dropped around 20 pounds since last season. He weighed 270 pounds last season and that he is currently around 250 pounds.
Link to storyTarell Basham player page
Colts | Clayton Geathers, Malik Hooker activated Thu Aug 2, 04:04 PM
Indianapolis Colts S Clayton Geathers (knee) and FS Malik Hooker (knee) passed their physicals Thursday, Aug. 2, and have been activated from the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list.
Link to storyClayton Geathers player page
Malik Hooker player page
Colts | Andrew Luck to sit Thursday Wed Aug 1, 08:12 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck (shoulder) has thrown during five of the first six practices so far during training camp but will have a scheduled day off Thursday, Aug. 2. Luck has gone 85-for-112 during training camp.
Link to storyAndrew Luck player page
