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Colts continue to reshape roster

Associated Press — Wed, 01 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Colts signed nine free agents Tuesday and waived three veterans - another flurry of moves in an offseason full of changes.

Bills trade LB Sheppard to Colts for LB Hughes

Associated Press — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:19:28 EST

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. The Buffalo Bills aren't finished tinkering with their linebackers this offseason.

Colts draft profiles

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Profiles of the 2013 Indianapolis Colts draft picks, listed by round, overall draft spot, name, position, college, height and weight. 1. (24) Bjorern Werner, de-olb, Florida State, 6-3, 266.

Colts' draftees have atypical stories

Michael Marot — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Ryan Grigson might never have another draft class quite like this one.

Colts' pick eager to play with Mathis

Michael Marot — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Bjoern Werner still remembers using pass rushers Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis on his "Madden NFL" all-star team. Now he'll try to replace one and learn from the other.

Colts take Werner with No. 24 pick in NFL draft

MICHAEL MAROT — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:14:25 EST

INDIANAPOLIS The Indianapolis Colts selected defensive end Bjoern Werner of Florida State with the No. 24 pick in the NFL

Colts have plenty of options for draft

Michael Marot — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Ryan Grigson doesn't care what position they play, what his team's perceived needs are or what round they come in. He wants one thing in this year's draft and that's impact players. He would rather find guys that fit Indianapolis' system and fit in with the coaching staff.

Reunions highlight NFL slate

BARRY WILNER — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Peyton Manning back in Indianapolis - in a Broncos uniform. Peyton vs. younger brother Eli in another Manning Bowl. Andy Reid returning to Philadelphia: Let the booing begin now.

Manning's return headlines Colts' schedule

Associated Press — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 20:23:30 EST

INDIANAPOLIS The Colts and Peyton Manning will play on the same field in October. They just won't share the same sideline.

Luck, Colts ready for more surprises

Michael Marot — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Dwayne Allen walked into the Colts locker room Wednesday wearing his favorite blue-and-white T-shirt that read: Here Come The Horses.

Luck ready to roll for new-look Colts

MICHAEL MAROT — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Andrew Luck can't wait to get back to work, even though he knows it won't be the same.

Colts add quarterback insurance in Hasselbeck

Associated Press — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Matt Hasselbeck started his career as a backup to Brett Favre. He could end it being the backup to Andrew Luck.

Colts keep building D' with lineman, corner

Michael Marot — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Indianapolis Colts are on a defensive spending spree.

Colts start fast with 5 free-agent signings

Associated Press — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Colts wasted no time spending their extra money in free agency. Less than two hours after the market officially opened Tuesday, the Colts had agreements in principle with five players: offensive linemen Gosder Cherilus and Donald Thomas, cornerback Greg Toler, and linebackers Lawrence Sidbury and Erik Walden.

Harnish keeps positive attitude

Greg Jones — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Chandler Harnish is ready to see what Year 2 as an NFL quarterback has to offer.

Saturday's emotional day

Michael Marot — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Indianapolis gave Jeff Saturday a chance to fulfill his NFL dream.

Colts part ways with sacks leader Freeney, Collie

Associated Press — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 03:00:00 EST

Dwight Freeney and Austin Collie were not expected to be back with the Colts next season.

Colts make it official: Freeney won't be back

Associated Press — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:07:50 EST

INDIANAPOLIS The Indianapolis Colts said Friday they will not re-sign former league sacks champion Dwight Freeney or oft-injured receiver Austin Collie.Both will become unrestricted free agents next month.

Ex-Colts interim coach makes awards history

Barry Wilner — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 03:00:00 EST

Bruce Arians became the first interim coach to win the top NFL award from The Associated Press, taking the 2012 Coach of the Year honors for his work with the Colts. Arians now is head coach in Arizona.

Colts interim coach Arians wins top honors

BARRY WILNER — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 20:03:08 EST

EW ORLEANS Bruce Arians has become the first interim coach to win the top NFL award from The Associated Press, taking the 2012 Coach of the Year honors for his work with the Indianapolis Colts.

New Colts OC eager to reunite with Luck

Michael Marot — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

Pep Hamilton already knows what he wants to do with the Colts' offense.

Source: Colts hire Stanford coordinator

Associated Press — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

A person familiar with the decision said Stanford offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton accepted the same position with the Colts, where he will be reunited with quarterback Andrew Luck.

Colts' turnaround could be NFL model

Michael Marot — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

Jim Irsay's decisions seem so logical now.

Already hungry for more

Michael Marot — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

Andrew Luck spent Monday morning poring over a little more game film. It's never too early to start thinking about his next game.

Colts' Arians remains in hospital

Associated Press — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:24:07 EST

INDIANAPOLIS – Colts offensive coordinator Bruce Arians remained at a Baltimore hospital on Monday as doctors waited for his blood pressure to stabilize.

Colts tamed by Ravens

BARRY WILNER — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Baltimore Ravens want one long final ride for Ray Lewis. Having disposed of Andrew Luck and the Colts, they now face a more imposing challenge.

After defeat, Colts turn attention to future

Associated Press — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

Andrew Luck was harried and hurried in his first career playoff appearance as the Indianapolis Colts' unlikely run came to a disappointing end. Chuck Pagano's emotional return to Baltimore also ended with a thud as the Colts fell 24-9 to the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC wild-card game Sunday.

Ravens end Colts' season

Associated Press — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 16:23:07 EST

BALTIMORE - Anquan Boldin set a franchise record with 145 yards on five receptions, including the clinching touchdown, as Baltimore beat Indianapolis 24-9 in Sunday's AFC wild-card game.

Colts coordinator Bruce Arians hospitalized

Associated Press — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 13:11:58 EST

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Bruce Arians has been hospitalized Sunday with an undisclosed illness.

Luck proves steady leader

Michael Marot — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

Andrew Luck spent his rookie season dealing with the harsh realities of the NFL.

For many Colts, playoffs a new game

Michael Marot — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

The playoffs can't start soon enough for Donnie Avery. Five years after being the first receiver taken in the 2008 NFL draft, he will finally make his postseason debut at Baltimore. It's about time.

Bears get OK to talk with Colts assistant

Associated Press — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Colts want offensive coordinator Bruce Arians to stick around a little longer.

Colts coach won't take it too easy

MICHAEL MAROT — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 03:00:00 EST

Colts coach Chuck Pagano is already ditching his doctor's advice.

Column: Colts' Luck aces NFL entrance exam

Column by Bruce Jenkins — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:36:53 EST

The Colts took a huge gamble. But they still know they made the right decision.

Colts get coach win in finale

Michael Marot — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Chuck Pagano put on his dancing shoes and savored every moment of Sunday's postgame celebration.

Houston faces problems

Michael Marot — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

It's simple for the Houston Texans. Win today and they clinch the AFC's top seed. Lose again at Indianapolis, with coach Chuck Pagano back on the sideline, and they may lose more than home-field advantage. The Texans could drop to a No. 3 seed and again open the playoffs in the wild-card round.

Freeney senses end of ride

Michael Marot — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Dwight Freeney understands the predicament.

Snowstorm can't keep Pagano away

Michael Marot — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Chuck Pagano beat the traffic and a blizzard into work Wednesday morning - all in an effort to beat the Texans.

Pagano back with Colts after illness

MICHAEL MAROT — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Chuck Pagano stepped to the podium Monday, hugged his team owner, thanked his family for its support and wiped a tear from his eye.

Colts coach Chuck Pagano returns to work

Michael Marot — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 11:12:04 EST

INDIANAPOLIS – Chuck Pagano was so eager to get back to work Monday, he was the first one to show up at team headquarters.

Colts Luck way into playoffs

DAVE SKRETTA — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

The expectations placed upon Andrew Luck almost seemed unfair.

Colts claim playoff spot

Associated Press — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 16:27:38 EST

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Andrew Luck threw for 205 yards to break the single-season rookie record, and his touchdown pass to Reggie Wayne late in the fourth quarter Sunday gave the Indianapolis Colts a 20-13 win over the Kansas City Chiefs and a berth in the playoffs.

Colts missing 5 starters to injury against Chiefs

Associated Press — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 12:26:24 EST

The Colts will attempt to clinch a playoff berth against the Kansas City Chiefs without two starters on the offensive line and three starters on defense.

Colts eager for Pagano's return Monday

Michael Marot — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Bruce Arians stood at the podium Friday, answering questions and doing the same thing he's done since Oct. 1.

Colts' Pagano cleared to return

Michael Marot — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Colts head coach Chuck Pagano can resume coaching whenever he's ready.

Pagano cleared to return to Colts

Michael Marot — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:56:38 EST

INDIANAPOLIS – Colts coach Chuck Pagano has been medically cleared to return to the team by his physician and could be back as soon as Monday.

Colts forget Texans, focused on playoffs

Michael Marot — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Indianapolis allowed one postseason-clinching chance to slip away at Houston. It doesn't intend to let the same thing happen again at Kansas City. "It's the playoffs. This is the playoffs," interim coach Bruce Arians said before Wednesday's practice began.

Miscues costly to Colts

MICHAEL MAROT — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

The Indianapolis Colts spent most of this season doing many things well. On Monday, the Colts were mulling over what went wrong in Houston.

Colts fall in Houston

BERNARDO FALLAS — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

The Indianapolis Colts came to Houston hoping to take back the AFC South title. Instead, the Texans (12-2) won 29-17 on Sunday to take the division for the second straight year.

Colts lose to Texans

Associated Press — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 16:21:45 EST

HOUSTON - The Houston Texans are AFC South champions for the second straight year after beating the Indianapolis Colts 29-17 Sunday.

Texans on the rebound

Kristie Rieken — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

The Colts dominated the AFC South for most of its first nine years. When they fell apart without an injured Peyton Manning, the Houston Texans finally won their first division title last season.

Texans hope to make life difficult for Luck

Kristie Rieken — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

The last time the Houston Texans faced an inexperienced quarterback, they forced second-year pro Jake Locker into five turnovers and sacked him six times in a win over the Titans.

Colts facing toughest test

Michael Marot — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

Things are getting pretty simple in Indianapolis. Win one more game and the Colts are in the playoffs. Win the next two and Bruce Arians sets the NFL record for wins by an interim head coach. Win all three and they're AFC South champs with a home playoff game.

Colts looking to get more from running game

CLIFF BRUNT — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 03:00:00 EST

The Indianapolis Colts have gotten a lot of mileage out of Andrew Luck's legs. Maybe too much.