Colts extend deals of GM Chris Ballard, coach Frank Reich
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard and coach Frank Reich have been given contract extensions through 2026AUGUST 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Carson Wentz - Could play Week 1? Wentz (foot) is "trending toward being available" for the Colts' regular-season opener against Seattle on Sept. 12, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact The quarterback had surgery Aug. 2 and is still a week away from starting his rehab process, but early signs apparently have been positive for both him and star guard Quenton Nelson, who had the same procedure for the same injury one day after Wentz. It's probably too soon to really know, but the initial recovery estimate of 5-12 weeks did leave the door open for Wentz to suit up Week 1. In the meantime, Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger are getting first-team QB reps at Colts training camp.
AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ranking the biggest concerns for each AFC South team in 2021
From major injuries to rookie coaches, questions abound for the four AFC South squads, Randy Mueller writes.AUGUST 11, 2021
Report: Colts' Carson Wentz trending toward Week 1 return? There seems to be strong optimism that Colts QB Carson Wentz is trending toward a Week 1 return.
AUGUST 11, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Finally healthy, a bigger, stronger Kemoko Turay ready to impact Colts pass rush Turay, who played just 100 snaps last season in his return from a devastating ankle injury, has looked great in the first two weeks of camp.
AUGUST 11, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Training Camp Practice Moving Indoors - Colts City, Outdoor Activities Closed Wednesday, August 11 Due to potential inclement weather tomorrow morning and to ensure the safety of fans and players, the Indianapolis Colts practice scheduled...
AUGUST 11, 2021 • COLTS.COM
The Indianapolis Star The Colts have given Jacob Eason every chance to claim the QB job until Carson Wentz returns, but rookie Sam Ehlinger isn't making the choice easy.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Sam Ehlinger - Will split first-team reps Ehlinger is in line to continue to share first-team QB reps with Jacob Eason, Stephen Holder of The Athletic reports.
Impact With regard to the decision to split the team's top signal-caller reps, coach Frank Reich noted Tuesday that "it wasn't (Eason) doing anything wrong. This is a meritocracy and (Ehlinger) has looked good so we decided to split it up. The good news is they both looked sharp today. We'll continue to split those reps." Though it appears as though the two QBs will have an opportunity compete going forward, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin relays that Eason is still expected to start Sunday's preseason opener against the Panthers and see first-team work in that contest. In any case, this is a situation worth monitoring, given that No. 1 QB Carson Wentz (foot) is a candidate to miss time early on this season.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jacob Eason - Splits reps with Ehlinger Eason and Sam Ehlinger split first-team QB snaps at Tuesday's practice, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.
Impact Bremer adds that coach Frank Reich indicated that the Colts plan to continue to split their first-team signal-caller reps and take things "day-by-day." Meanwhile, Bremer also notes that Eason is still expected to start Sunday's preseason opener against the Panthers and log first-team work in that contest. Either way, this is a situation worth monitoring, given that No. 1 QB Carson Wentz (foot) is a candidate to miss time early on this season.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sam Ehlinger - Handling some starting reps Ehlinger worked with the starters to close out Tuesday's practice, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Ehlinger hadn't handled any first-team reps until Tuesday, when he was given the opportunity to split starting work with Jacob Eason. Coach Frank Reich praised the rookie sixth-round pick's consistency while running the second-team offense earlier in camp, and with Carson Wentz set to miss 5-12 weeks after undergoing foot surgery, the Week 1 starting gig looks by all accounts like a legitimate competition. The Colts could opt to give both Ehlinger and Eason substantial opportunities during Sunday's preseason matchup against the Panthers.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Colts sign LB Curtis Bolton Colts make a roster move ahead of Tuesday’s training camp practice.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Darius Leonard - Participating in practice Leonard (ankle) is on the field for Tuesday's practice, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Leonard underwent an ankle procedure late July. but he's now ready to handle practice reps for the first time this training camp. Barring any setbacks, the 26-year-old should have plenty of time to get back to full form before Week 1. Leonard and the Colts agreed on a five-year, $98.5 million contract extension Sunday, making him the highest paid linebacker in the league.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
How the Colts are changing rookie DE Kwity Paye's pass-rush style Paye has always relied on his power, but the Colts have made a couple of technical changes to emphasize the rookie's speed, and the results...
AUGUST 10, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Gary Jennings - Reverts to injured reserve Jennings (undisclosed) reverted to injured reserve Monday after he went unclaimed on waivers, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact Jennings was waived/injured by the Colts on Sunday due to an unspecified issue, but he'll remain in the organization on IR. The 24-year-old has appeared in just one NFL game since he was drafted by Seattle in the fourth round in 2019.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Less Clutter, More Cheetah: How Colts' Ben Banogu Is Putting Together An Impressive Training Camp Defensive end Ben Banogu, who was inactive for seven games in 2020, has stood out through the first few weeks of practices at Grand Park.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • COLTS.COM
Mike Strachan - Making strong impression Strachan appears to be the leading candidate for the fifth receiver role after an impressive first half of training camp, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 ESPN Indianapolis reports.
Impact The Colts selected Strachan in the seventh round of the 2021 NFL Draft, 229th overall. He's built upon a strong showing at spring practices to where it looks like he's set to make the 53-man roster. However, he may not get many targets as the fifth receiver, especially if the Indy passing game struggles with Carson Wentz sidelined 5-12 weeks after foot surgery.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pro Football Hall Of Fame Weekend Recap: Peyton Manning's Enshrinement Missed anything from Peyton Manning's Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement celebration in Canton? Catch up below, starting with Manning's...
AUGUST 9, 2021 • COLTS.COM
Colts' DeForest Buckner (foot) trending in right direction Colts HC Frank Reich said DeForest Buckner is trending in the right direction.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Kravitz: Which player from those great Colts teams is next in line for the Hall of Fame? If there's a first-ballot HOF specialist, it's Adam Vinatieri. And what about Reggie Wayne and bookends Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis?
AUGUST 9, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Chat with IndyStar Colts reporters at 2:30 p.m. Thursday Jim Ayello and Joel A. Erickson have been in Westfield covering camp. At 2:30 p.m.\u00a0Thursday, they'll be here to answer your questions a...
AUGUST 9, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Sam Ehlinger - No starting reps for now Even though Ehlinger continues to make a strong impression, he isn't set to get any starting reps at this point in training camp, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports....
Impact Ehlinger has drawn raves from coaches and reporters with his poise and consistency in running the second-team offense in training camp, while Eason has been inconsistent and often is seen struggling with the first-teamers. Eason is seen as having a stronger arm, but Ehlinger has more mobility and can extend plays with his running ability. With Carson Wentz out 5-12 weeks after foot surgery, it's not out of the question that Ehlinger could get a chance to play if Eason struggles and the team doesn't add a veteran quarterback. Indy's preseason games are certainly worth monitoring as both Eason and Ehlinger should get meaningful playing time, and their performance could impact the quarterback competition.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
T.Y. Hilton - Struggling with new QB Hilton has had a quiet start to training camp as he has struggled to connect with quarterback Jacob Eason, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports. "It's going to take ti...
Impact With Carson Wentz out 5-12 weeks after foot surgery, Eason has taken over as the primary quarterback during training camp, and most reviews from reporters so far have the passing offense struggling. Eason and Hilton hadn't worked with each other in practice before this training camp, so it doesn't sound like there's much chemistry early on. If Wentz isn't back before Week 1, Hilton's fantasy value could see a sharp decline.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
DeForest Buckner - Misses practice with foot injury Buckner missed practice Sunday after suffering a minor foot injury on Saturday, the Indianapolis Star reports. "We will still take it day-by-day, but things are trending in the rig...
Impact The injury sounds minor, but watch Buckner's progress. His health is key to the Indy defense since he posted 9.5 sacks and had 58 tackles in his first year with the Colts last season.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Top Moments: Peyton Manning, Charles Woodson, Calvin Johnson enter Hall of Fame
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Graham Adomitis - Signs with Colts Adomitis signed with the Colts on Sunday.
Impact Adomitis appeared in 37 games at Princeton from 2015 to 2019 and recorded 37 receptions for 288 yards and six touchdowns. Although the tight end failed to earn a roster spot when he tried out at rookie mini-camp this year, he'll join the team in a depth capacity ahead of the preseason opener against the Panthers on Aug. 15.
AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
