The Indianapolis Colts have interviewed Cleveland Browns safeties coach Ephraim Banda on Friday for their defensive coordinator opening, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. Banda is now the third reported interview or scheduled interview that the Colts have had so far for this role. Banda has been the Browns’ safety coach since the 2023 season. Before that, his … [Read more...] about Another interview for Colts' defensive coordinator opening is reported
Two Colts players named 2024 second-team All-Pros
The Associated Press announced on Friday the 2024 NFL All-Pro teams, and receiving second team honors were Indianapolis Colts’ linebacker Zaire Franklin and guard Quenton Nelson. Franklin claimed the NFL’s tackle title in 2024, leading the league with 173 in total. Along with the tackles, Franklin also generated 15 pressures as a blitzer this season, according to Pro Football … [Read more...] about Two Colts players named 2024 second-team All-Pros
One important area where Colts' Shane Steichen must improve in 2025
As Shane Steichen heads into this third NFL season as the Indianapolis Colts’ head coach, his messaging to the media has to improve. “Shane and I have had discussions about that, in terms of pure messaging,” Colts general manager Chris Ballard said via the Indy Star. “You all are going to find out anyways.” The job of an NFL head coach is all-encompassing and goes well beyond … [Read more...] about One important area where Colts' Shane Steichen must improve in 2025
Colts GM Chris Ballard on free agency approach: 'We've got to be better'
Indianapolis Colts’ GM Chris Ballard called his construction of the 2024 roster a “mistake.” So will that lead to a more aggressive free agency approach in 2025? The biggest “mistake” that Ballard was referencing when it came to the 2024 Colts was the lack of competition on the roster. “I screwed that up,” Ballard said about the last free agency period. After the team went 9-8 … [Read more...] about Colts GM Chris Ballard on free agency approach: 'We've got to be better'
Colts' Chris Ballard provides injury update on Michael Pittman
Following the regular season finale against Jacksonville, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman told reporters that an upcoming scan would reveal whether or not he would need surgery on his back this offseason. That, however, will not be necessary, said general manager Chris Ballard on Friday. “No, he will not need surgery,” Ballard said. “He’s one tough dude though. … [Read more...] about Colts' Chris Ballard provides injury update on Michael Pittman