INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard said the team tried to move up in the 2024 NFL Draft. He insisted the team had “serious discussions” and made “big offers” to move into the top ten from their spot at No. 15. Ballard wasn’t putting up a smokescreen—and HBO’s Hard Knocks proves it. Colts went for Giants' first-round pick The current … [Read more...] about 'Hard Knocks': Colts offered 3 picks to get sixth overall selection in the draft
Colts Blue Zone Podcast episode 350: Irsay Update, Freeney in the Hall, Major Injury
In this edition of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths, Mike Chappell and Matt Adams dive into updates on Jim Irsay and all the action from training camp. The show begins with a discussion about Samson Ebukam's season-ending injury and its impact on first-round pick Laiatu Latu (2:10) before we delve into an update on Colts owner Jim Irsay, who made his first public … [Read more...] about Colts Blue Zone Podcast episode 350: Irsay Update, Freeney in the Hall, Major Injury
Colts’ Laiatu Latu laments loss of 'big bro' Samson Ebukam, reaffirms drive to prove he can play ‘with the big dogs’
WESTFIELD – Laiatu Latu’s rookie arc was given an unfortunate boost when his “big bro’’ – that would be Samson Ebukam – suffered a season-ending Achilles injury Sunday. But let’s be clear about one thing: the Indianapolis Colts never considered Latu a so-called “luxury’’ choice when Chris Ballard used the 15th pick in the April draft on the best defensive player on his board … [Read more...] about Colts’ Laiatu Latu laments loss of 'big bro' Samson Ebukam, reaffirms drive to prove he can play ‘with the big dogs’
Pacers bring back James Johnson, sign Jackson and Newton to two-way deals
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Pacers brought back a veteran presence and signed a pair of players to two-way contracts. James Johnson, a longtime NBA veteran and essential bench presence, agreed to a one-year deal worth $3.3 million, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The 37-year-old appeared in just a handful of games during the past season, but the team values his … [Read more...] about Pacers bring back James Johnson, sign Jackson and Newton to two-way deals
Julian Blackmon’s highlights reinforce Jim Irsay’s optimism for 2024
WESTFIELD, Ind. — Not even a pair of highlight-level plays could break Jim Irsay’s train of thought. The Indianapolis Colts’ owner made his first public appearance in a long time Sunday at training camp — perhaps since his Jim Irsay Collection concert at Lucas Oil Stadium last September? — and was chatting with the media. He remains in rehab mode from a pair of recent … [Read more...] about Julian Blackmon’s highlights reinforce Jim Irsay’s optimism for 2024