ZAIRE FRANKLIN NEWS

Colts report to camp: Veteran Zaire Franklin leading young roster Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin discusses leading a young roster this season.

JULY 25, 2023 • INDYSTAR.COM

Zaire Franklin: Training camp media availability, July 25 Linebacker Zaire Franklin speaks with reporters on player report day at 2023 Colts Training Camp.

JULY 25, 2023 • COLTS.COM

2023 Player Creative Spotlight: Zaire Franklin Take a look at some of the best photos of linebacker Zaire Franklin from 2023 media day.

JULY 21, 2023 • COLTS.COM

After losing his biggest fans, Colts' Zaire Franklin 'put all my pain into the game' Without his mother and grandmother, Franklin wouldn't be where he is today. He just wishes they were here to see it.

MAY 25, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

GMFB: Zaire Franklin shares his first impressions of Anthony Richardson, thoughts on the AFC South's young QB talent Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin shares his first impressions of quarterback Anthony Richardson, thoughts on the AFC South's you...

MAY 22, 2023 • COLTS.COM

James Boyd: Colts LB Zaire Franklin appeared on Good... - The Athletic Colts LB Zaire Franklin appeared on Good Morning Football and was asked about rookie QB Anthony Richardson’s chances of starting Week 1: “Ob...

MAY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Zaire Franklin's Letter to His Mom Linebacker Zaire Franklin pens a heartfelt letter to his Mom for Mother's Day.

MAY 14, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Zaire Franklin: Record Highlight Have a year Zaire! Linebacker Zaire Franklin finished the season with 12 tackles for loss, 6 pass breakups, and set the new franchise record...

MARCH 23, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Director's Cut: Zaire Franklin Single Season Tackles Record Zaire Franklin examines his journey to setting the franchise record for tackles in a single season with 166 in the Colts' season finale vers...

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Sets franchise record in 2022 Franklin (ankle) tallied a career-high 167 tackles (102 solo), three sacks and six passes defended over 17 games in the 2022 season.

Impact Franklin more than quadrupled his previous career high for tackles while stepping up in place of star linebacker Shaquille Leonard (neck/back) this season. The 26-year-old Franklin did exit with a groin injury during the Week 18 loss to Houston, though he was able to return and record four more tackles before the end of this contest, according to Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site. As a result, the 2019 seventh-round pick set the new franchise record for tackles in a single season, breaking the previous record set by Leonard in 2018. With fellow linebacker and Indianapolis' second-leading tackler Bobby Okereke (151) set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, Franklin could be in store for another prominent role alongside Leonard during the 2023 campaign.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zaire Franklin breaks Colts record; 3 Syracuse alumni in playoffs (SU, CNY in the NFL) Franklin had the fourth-most tackles in the NFL this season.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • SYRACUSE.COM

Zaire Franklin: Colts vs. Texans Postgame Linebacker Zaire Franklin meets with the media following Sunday's loss to the Houston Texans in the regular season finale.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • COLTS.COM

Leaves with injury Sunday Franklin (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Texans, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Franklin has already logged four tackles during Sunday's regular-season finale, though his return for the remainder of the second half is now up in the air. The 26-year-old has played nearly every defensive snap for Indianapolis this season. In his stead, E.J. Speed will likely take on a bigger role alongside Bobby Okereke for the time being.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zaire Franklin Deserves Praise for his 2022 Season The Indianapolis Colts have been a dumpster fire in 2022, but linebacker Zaire Franklin deserves praise for his impact both on and off the f...

JANUARY 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Logs double-digit tackles again Franklin tallied 10 tackles (seven solo) and two passes defended during Sunday's 38-10 defeat versus the Giants.

Impact Franklin posted his 10th outing with at least 10 tackles, though he still finished second on the team in tackles behind weakside linebacker Bobby Okereke (17). However, the strongside linebacker still leads the team in tackles for the season with 160 compared to Okereke's 146. Franklin also reached six passes defended this season, and these two should continue to serve prominent roles Week 18 against the Texans.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs sack in loss Franklin accumulated nine tackles (five solo) and one sack in Monday's 20-3 loss to the Chargers.

Impact While Franklin had a streak of five consecutive games with double-digit sacks snap, he was still productive in the contest. He was one of three Colts to be on the field for all 68 defensive snaps. The 26-year-old shows no signs of slowing down ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zaire Franklin's tip of Herbert's pass sparks shoestring INT by Rodney Thomas Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin's tips a pass from Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and sparks an interception b...

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • NFL.COM

HIGHLIGHT | Zaire Franklin's tip of Herbert's pass sparks shoestring INT by Rodney Thomas Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin's tips a pass from Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and sparks an interception b...

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Double-digit stops once again Franklin recorded 10 tackles (six solo) and one forced fumble during Saturday's 39-36 overtime loss to the Vikings.

Impact Franklin jarred the ball loose from running back Dalvin Cook midway through the first quarter of the Week 15 matchup in Minnesota, while he also logged his fifth consecutive contest with at least double-digit stops Saturday. The 26-year-old now has a team-leading 141 tackles across 14 games played this season, and he'll likely retain his every-down role when Indianapolis hosts the Chargers next Monday night.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Can't-Miss Play: Zaire Franklin jars football from Dalvin Cook's grasp for Colts takeaway Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin forces a fumble from Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook, the fumble is recovered by cor...

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Zak Keefer: How about that? Zaire Franklin with the Maniac... - The Athletic How about that? Zaire Franklin with the Maniac punch, and the Colts have their second takeaway of the day. Offense takes over with a chance...

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Preps & Pros: Zaire Franklin Film Session Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin breaks down game film with Andrean High School linebacker, Drayk Bowen.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Zaire Franklin: Media Availability, December 13 Linebacker Zaire Franklin meets with the media as the Colts prepare to face the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday in Week 15.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Leading tackler in blowout loss Franklin recorded 10 tackles (six solo) and one pass defended in Sunday's 54-19 loss to the Cowboys.

Impact Franklin played every defensive snap for the 11th time this season, as Dallas did not truly pull away until midway through the fourth quarter. The starting linebacker has now recorded double-digit tackles in eight of 13 games this season, including each of the last three weeks. Franklin's prominent role in the middle of Indianapolis' defense has led him to record the second-most tackles (131) in the NFL so far this season. However, his position among the league's top tacklers could take a step back while the Colts are on bye Week 14.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zaire Franklin: Media Availability, November 30 Linebacker Zaire Franklin meets with the media ahead as the Colts prepare to face the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football Week 13.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • COLTS.COM