OCTOBER 12, 2021 • COLTS.COM
MICHAEL PITTMAN JR. #11 - WIDE RECEIVER - INDIANAPOLIS COLTS
412 YDS •
35 REC •
2 TD
412 YDS
35 REC
2 TD
HIGHLIGHT ' Michael Pittman Jr. Gets Up To Make 42-Yard Touchdown Catch Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. with a 42-yard touchdown catch from quarterback Carson Wentz vs. Baltimore Ravens.
Leads pass catchers in win Pittman brought in six of eight targets for 59 yards in the Colts' 27-17 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.
Impact It was another busy afternoon for Pittman, who led the Colts in receptions, receiving yardage and targets one week after logging 12 looks against the Titans. The big-bodied wideout continued to serve as a fixture in the short and intermediate passing windows for quarterback Carson Wentz, a role that does cap his fantasy upside on many weeks but helps lock in plenty of high-percentage targets. Pittman now has at least six receptions in three straight contests, and he'll look to record his first touchdown of the season in a Week 5 matchup on the road versus the Ravens on Monday night, Oct. 11.
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Colts Daily Notebook: Michael Pittman Jr. Is Emerging As A Top Playmaker For Frank Reich, Carson Wentz Michael Pittman Jr. has 191 receiving yards over his last two games, in which he’s become a go-to target for Carson Wentz.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • COLTS.COM
Another 12-target outing Pittman caught six of 12 targets for 68 yards in Sunday's 25-16 loss to the Titans.
Impact Pittman saw a dozen passes thrown his way for the second straight week, helping him lead the Colts in all major receiving categories. Although his signal-caller was playing on two banged-up ankles, Pittman also could've scored his first touchdown of the campaign had Carson Wentz not missed him on an open pass to the end zone Sunday. Coming off last week's career-best eight catches for 123 yards, it was good to see Pittman remain the focal point of the Colts' passing game, and he'll strive to keep producing despite a potential matchup with Xavien Howard looming against the Dolphins in Week 4.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
NFL Today, Week 2
NFL Today, Week 2SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dominant effort in Week 2 loss Pittman (ankle) secured eight of 12 targets for 123 yards in the Colts' 27-24 loss to the Rams on Sunday.
Impact A late-week addition to the injury report, Pittman shook off his questionable designation to pace the Colts in receptions, receiving yardage and targets on the afternoon. Pittman likely derived some benefit from the absence of fellow wideout Parris Campbell (abdomen), and he quickly made up for a lackluster three-catch showing in Week 1 that cast some doubt on his ability to live up to his current de facto status as the No. 1 wideout in the team's offense. Pittman will look to build on the stellar performance in Week 3 when the Colts face off with the Titans in an AFC South road battle, although the health of quarterback Carson Wentz (ankle) will undoubtedly be pivotal to the receiver's fantasy outlook for that contest.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared for Week 2 Pittman (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Impact Pittman was a late addition to the Colts' injury report after hurting his ankle in practice Friday, but the issue won't be significant enough to keep him off the field Sunday. The second-year wideout was on the field for all but two snaps in the Colts' Week 1 loss to the Seahawks, but he didn't see much volume in the passing game with three receptions for 29 yards on four targets.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to play Sunday The Colts are confident that Pittman (ankle) will be available for Sunday's game against the Rams, despite him being listed as questionable on the official injury report, Adam Sche...
Impact Schefter adds that the team wants to test Pittman in pre-game warmups before making a final decision on his status. Pittman, who was added to the injury report Friday after being a limited participant in practice, will likely operate as Indianapolis' top option on the outside Week 2 with T.Y. Hilton (neck) on injured reserve.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fantasy Injury Updates: Latest news on Michael Pittman Jr., Jonnu Smith, Darnell Mooney, more affecting Week 2 start 'em, sit 'em calls There aren't many big names on the final Week 2 injury reports, but several pass-catchers on the start 'em, sit 'em bubble, including Michae...
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Questionable against Rams Pittman (ankle) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Impact Pittman was a late addition to the injury report after being limited in practice Friday. He'll likely suit up and continue to start on the outside with T.Y. Hilton (neck) still sidelined. The 2020 second-round pick played all but two of the Colts' offensive snaps in Week 1 but had just three catches to show for all that playing time.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Just three receptions Sunday Pittman had three receptions on four targets for 29 yards in Sunday's loss to Seattle.
Impact Pittman played on 74 of the offense's 76 snaps as he took over the No. 1 receiver role with T.Y. Hilton out after neck surgery. However, he was just fourth on the team in targets as Indy's offensive line struggled to give Carson Wentz enough time to throw a deep ball. Wentz sustained 10 quarterback hits in the game. Because Indy's O-line is viewed as as strong unit, Pittman should improve if the unit bounces back and Wentz has more time to throw.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pac-12's biggest game: No. 12 Oregon at No. 3 Ohio State
The biggest game for the Pac-12 this week is in Columbus, OhioSEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fantasy football inside info: Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Palmer and the top breakout pick on every team (UPDATED) We asked our NFL writers to give us a breakout candidate for the team they cover, including Jacob Harris, Josh Palmer and more!
SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Could move into No. 1 role Pittman is expected to step in as the Colts' No. 1 receiver for at least the first three weeks of the season with T.Y. Hilton (neck) headed to injured reserve after undergoing surg...
Impact Even before he had the procedure to address a disc issue, Hilton was no longer the undisputed top option in the Indianapolis wideout room, but his absence nonetheless boosts early season target projections for Pittman, Zach Pascal and Parris Campbell. Given that he's locked in as a starter on the heels of a solid rookie campaign, Pittman looks like the upside play out of that group, though he profiles as a possession receiver more so than a big-play threat. He showed strength and elusiveness after the catch last season, creating some fantasy intrigue even if downfield targets are few and far between. The Colts expect Hilton to return this season, possibly as soon as October.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fantasy football inside info: Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Palmer and the top breakout pick on every team We asked our NFL writers to give us a breakout candidate for the team they cover, including Jacob Harris, Josh Palmer and more!
AUGUST 31, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Role could expand With T.Y. Hilton potentially in line to multiple games due to an upper back or neck injury, Pittman, Zach Pascal and Parris Campbell appear poised to head the Colts' wide receiving...
Impact Also in the team's wideout mix battling for depth slotting are Mike Strachan, Ashton Dulin, Dezmon Patmon and DeMichael Harris. As a rookie, Pittman caught 40 passes for 503 yards and a TD in 13 games, but with Hilton now expected to miss time, the 2020 second-rounder has a chance to assume an expanded role with the team to start the coming season and in the process solidify his standing as a fantasy lineup option.
AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Snags one pass Saturday Pittman posted one catch (on two targets) for seven yards during Saturday's preseason victory at Minnesota.
Impact Even with veteran T.Y. Hilton taking a seat, Pittman wasn't targeted by starter Sam Ehlinger until the first play of the second quarter, and his only catch went for seven yards. Meanwhile, all of Mo Alie-Cox, Zach Pascal, Parris Campbell, Nyheim Hines and even Farrod Green earned targets before Pittman. Pittman seems to be vying with Pascal and Campbell for slotting on the wide receiver depth chart, but Carson Wentz's foot injury has led to uneven quarterback play from Ehlinger and Jacob Eason, the primary competitors for a potential Week 1 start.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Colts camp observations: Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman Jr. producing highlights The Colts continue to get production from the pass rush, and Frank Reich ended his practice with an extended address to his team.
AUGUST 2, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Headed for second-year breakout? Colts GM Chris Ballard sees "breakout potential" in Pittman, according to Zak Keefer of The Athletic.
Impact Confidence in Pittman is one explanation for the Colts having a quiet offseason at the WR spot, despite having plenty of cap space and no clear No. 1 receiver. Granted, the Colts aren't putting everything on Pittman's shoulders, as they re-signed T.Y. Hilton to a one-year, $8 million contract, gave Zach Pascal a second-round RFA tender and still have hope that 2019 second-round pick Parris Campbell can finally stay healthy. Pittman, the 34th overall pick from the 2020 Draft, is the upside play for fantasy purposes, especially after he had 101 total yards in the playoff loss to Buffalo. It remains to be seen if he can develop good chemistry with new Colts quarterback Carson Wentz, who was an outright disaster in his final year with the Eagles.
JULY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Trojan Michael Pittman Jr. pegged as breakout candidate for 2021 NFL season The former Trojan star is poised for a breakout season in Year 2.
JULY 17, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Colts’ Julian Blackmon, Michael Pittman Jr. Relishing Life As New Dads Colts safety Julian Blackmon and wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. chatted with Colts.com about what life’s like as first-time dads ahead of...
JUNE 20, 2021 • COLTS.COM
2021's Fantasy Breakout Wide Receiver: Michael Pittman Jr. | NFL News, Rankings and Statistics | PFF Examining the second-year fantasy performance of comps for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. in search of second-year bre...
JUNE 16, 2021 • PFF.COM
Wentz says goodbye to Eagles, welcomes fresh start in Indy
Carson Wentz appreciated his time in PhiladelphiaMARCH 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Colts: Michael Pittman Jr. is not giving up No. 11 to Carson Wentz Indianapolis Colts wide Michael Pittman Jr. is not interested in giving up his No. 11 jersey to newcomer quarterback Carson Wentz. It does n...
FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM
Colts' comeback bid falls short in 27-24 loss to Bills
Colts coach Frank Reich was unable to manufacture another comeback in Buffalo as Indianapolis fell short in a 27-24 loss to the Bills in a wild-card playoff gameJANUARY 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
