INDIANAPOLIS - The Colts approach this NFL Draft, as for now, looking back with confidence that they got the start of last years draft right in hitching the franchise to quarterback Anthony Richardson. "It is a good feeling knowing that we like him," says General Manager Chris Ballard. "We like what we saw (and) where we’re going with him." To give Richardson the best … [Read more...] about Colts draft strategy: Help Richardson, get unique talent
Former Indianapolis Colts general manager Bill Tobin dead at 83
INDIANAPOLIS — Former Indianapolis Colts general manager Bill Tobin has died. The Cincinnati Bengals announced the 83-year-old's death via their team website on Friday afternoon. Tobin was the Colts' general manager from 1994-96. Indianapolis went 26-22 during Tobin's tenure in the Circle City. As a Colts executive, Tobin helped Indianapolis draft two Pro Football … [Read more...] about Former Indianapolis Colts general manager Bill Tobin dead at 83
Colts’ Chris Ballard: Majority of best players need to come from the draft
INDIANAPOLIS – It’s easy to summarize Chris Ballard’s latest pre-draft availability. The facts: Ballard’s Indianapolis Colts hold seven total picks in the April 25-27 NFL draft, including No. 15 overall. The possibilities: Too many to consider. Ballard might take an un-Ballard-like approach and move up in round 1. He’s been receptive to upward mobility in the past – … [Read more...] about Colts’ Chris Ballard: Majority of best players need to come from the draft
Colts’ Ryan Kelly: I want to stay here; and about that DeForest Buckner extension
INDIANAPOLIS – The offensive lineman gathered in a meeting room Monday for the start of the Indianapolis Colts’ offseason workout program. Familiar faces were everywhere. Colts’ DeForest Buckner (or is it Uncle Buck?): ‘I can see the projection of where this team is going’ “It was like we really haven’t added anybody,’’ Pro Bowl center Ryan Kelly said. The … [Read more...] about Colts’ Ryan Kelly: I want to stay here; and about that DeForest Buckner extension
Colts Blue Zone Podcast episode 337: Uncle Buck's Extension, Cornerbacks Galore
In this episode of the Colts Blue Zone Podcast, Dave Griffiths and Matt Adams discuss the latest Colts happenings one week ahead of the NFL Draft. We start with a look at DeForest Buckner's extension and explain why the move--while in character for the Colts--is also a bit out of the norm (4:08). After that, players return to the Colts Complex for offseason work. It's … [Read more...] about Colts Blue Zone Podcast episode 337: Uncle Buck's Extension, Cornerbacks Galore