Broncos Add Gandy to Offensive Line
Former Colts offensive lineman Dylan Gandy has signed a one-year deal to play for the Denver Broncos in 2008. Scout.com's Ed Thompson has the details. [Link]
Indianapolis organizers raise $25 million toward 2012 bid (AP)
Organizers of Indianapolis' Super Bowl bid say local companies and individuals have pledged $25 million in hopes of luring the 2012 event to the new Lucas Oil Stadium. NFL owners will meet in Atlanta on Tuesday to decide which city will get the game. Indianapolis is competing against Phoenix and Houston. [Link]
Indianapolis organizers raise $25 million toward 2012 bid
Organizers of Indianapolis' Super Bowl bid say local companies and individuals have pledged $25 million in hopes of luring the 2012 event to the new Lucas Oil Stadium. NFL owners will meet in Atlanta on Tuesday to decide which city will get the game. Indianapolis is competing against Phoenix and Houston. Lucas Oil Products Inc. owner Forrest Lucas, who paid $122 million for the naming rights to the Colts' new home, agreed to contribute $1 million. [Link]
Harrison highlights Colts' uncertainty
Peyton Manning is withholding judgment on teammate Marvin Harrison and the star receiver's legal issues. Harrison has been interviewed by police about a shooting near his North Philadelphia car wash last month, but hasn't been arrested or charged. Manning didn't make much of it when it first was reported, and he hasn't spoken with Harrison about the incident. "I didn't have a whole lot of reaction to it because I hadn't talked to anybody personally about it," Manning said. [Link]
Harrison highlights Colts' uncertainty (AP)
Peyton Manning is withholding judgment on teammate Marvin Harrison and the star receiver's legal issues. Harrison has been interviewed by police about a shooting near his North Philadelphia car wash last month, but hasn't been arrested or charged. Manning didn't make much of it when it first was reported, and he hasn't spoken with Harrison about the incident. [Link]
Minicamp Insider 1.0
In his latest column, Scout.com's NFL insider Adam Caplan breaks down several story lines. Who is player the Kansas City Chiefs targeted in the Jared Allen trade? Why did the Green Bay Packers target a receiver in the second round and where will he fit in long-term? What is the future of Darren Howard? We also have more exclusive details on Brady Quinn's contract and whole a lot more inside. [Link]
7 Points: Colts Make Another Smart Move
Ed Thompson explains how the Colts front office reinforced their reputation for being one of the best in the NFL. And find out an interesting fact about the Colts losses in 2007, and why the Colts and other teams might wish they had used a late-round pick on WR Davone Bess. [Link]
Best Available NFL Free Agents: Offense
Here's an updated look at the best available NFL free agents from the offensive side of the ball. The running back position clearly has decent talent that could come in and contribute right away. [Link]
Best Available NFL Free Agents-Defense
Here's an updated look at the best available NFL free agents from the defensive side of the ball. There are still some quality defensive tackles available who could come in and help a team. [Link]
Time for Pats fans to embrace the dark side
A Pats fan from the Bleacher Report says the team has gone from Luke Skywalker to Darth Vader — and it's more fun being a villain. [Link]
Five teams that have made Super improvements
Minnesota fans might be shouting "Victory!" well into the playoffs. Our NFL Czar has the Vikings among his most-improved teams. [Link]
AFC South Draft Summary
JagNation provides a quick snapshot of the AFC South acquisitions from the 2008 NFL Draft. [Link]
Undrafted, "Undersized" LB Gets His Shot
ColtPower.com reported on a linebacker as a late-round consideration for the Colts before last month's NFL Draft. They didn't take him in the draft, but the Colts certainly had their eyes on this speedy youngster. They've signed him as a free agent. What happens next? Brad Keller gives his take on this rookie here. [Link]
Undrafted DE Will Push For Roster Spot
The Colts signed a free agent defensive end prospect that could give Marcus Howard and Josh Thomas a run for their money in training camp. Brad Keller has the details and analysis here. [Link]
Does Being Number One Really Matter?
When compared to their draft class peers, there was no one statistically better at running the ball, intercepting passes, throwing passes or sacking the quarterback than these players. But did it pay off for them on draft weekend? Scout.com's Ed Thompson takes a look. [Link]
AP Interview: Mannings eager for more Super Bowls
Archie Manning admits it. He's getting greedy. The patriarch of America's reigning first family of football wants sons Peyton and Eli to keep going back to the Super Bowl. Just not at the same time. The Manning family celebrated Peyton's first NFL championship when the Indianapolis Colts won the 2007 Super Bowl. Then came an encore when Eli guided the upstart New York Giants to this year's title. What's more, each was the game's MVP in this remarkable brother act. [Link]
AP Interview: Mannings eager for more Super Bowls< (AP)
Archie Manning admits it. He's getting greedy. The patriarch of America's reigning first family of football wants sons Peyton and Eli to keep going back to the Super Bowl. Just not at the same time. The Manning family celebrated Peyton's first NFL championship when the Indianapolis Colts won the 2007 Super Bowl.
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Rookie DB Has Nose For Football
The Colts didn't select any defensive backs in this year's draft, but they did sign a free agent cornerback after the selections ended. Can he carve out a spot in the team's already-deep defensive backfield? Brad Keller has the skinny inside. [Link]
Best Available NFL Free Agents-Defense
With the NFL draft behind us, here's an updated look at the best available free agents from the defensive side of the ball. [Link]
News analysis: Keller clouds Jets TE situation
Going into this year's NFL Draft, the New York Jets were in desperate need of a quarterback as well as an explosive wide receiver. [Link]
News analysis: Keller clouds Jets TE situation
Going into this year's NFL Draft, the New York Jets were in desperate need of a quarterback as well as an explosive wide receiver. [Link]
New OT Looks the Part
The Colts drafted three offensive linemen with their nine picks in this year's draft, but they weren't done. They signed a young man with a lot of upside that has a better-than-average chance to make the roster as an undrafted free agent. [Link]
Running back Dominic Rhodes signs deal to return to Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Colts have put their tag-team runners — Joseph Addai and Dominic Rhodes — back together. [Link]
Rhodes signs 1-year deal to return to Colts
The Colts have put their tag-team runners - Joseph Addai and Dominic Rhodes - back together. The tandem that helped Indianapolis win its first Super Bowl title has been reunited after Rhodes agreed on a one-year deal to return to the Colts. Rhodes' agent, Mike McCartney confirmed the signing Wednesday in an e-mail to The Associated Press although he did not disclose financial details. The move means Indy will have two 1,000-yard runners in its backfield next season. [Link]
Rhodes signs deal to return to Colts (AP)
The Colts have put their tag-team runners — Joseph Addai and Dominic Rhodes — back together. The tandem that helped Indianapolis win its first Super Bowl title has been reunited after Rhodes agreed on a one-year deal to return to the Colts. Rhodes' agent, Mike McCartney confirmed the signing Wednesday in an e-mail to The Associated Press although he did not disclose financial details. [Link]
Colts Backfield Gets Even More Crowded
The Indianapolis Colts have reportedly signed Dominic Rhodes to a one-year contract, adding to an already crowded backfield situation in Indianapolis. Can Rhodes and Joseph Addai regain their potent 1-2 punch, or will one of the team's other backs step up into the spotlight? [Link]
This NFL offseason has been anything but uneventful
Who says nothing happens in the NFL offseason? Peter Schrager hands out some awards after a seriously hectic couple of months. [Link]
RB Dominic Rhodes rejoins Colts (PA SportsTicker)
The Indianapolis Colts reportedly will have a familiar face in their backfield next season. [Link]
Colts' Harrison now on defense vs. law, NFL (SportingNews.com)
The Colts' Marvin Harrison faces some real problems — with the court system and with the NFL. [Link]
This NFL off-season has been anything but uneventful
Who says nothing happens in the NFL off-season? Peter Schrager hands out some awards after a seriously hectic couple of months. [Link]
Undrafted Running Back Could Find a Niche
The Colts signed an undrafted running back that has above-average skills, but played at a below-average level of competition in college — at least as far as the NFL is concerned. How will he adjust to the pro game and could he push for a roster spot this summer? Eric Hartz profiles the newest horse in the running back stable inside! [Link]
NFL Finalizes Preseason Schedule
The NFL released the final dates and kickoff times for the 2008 preseason Tuesday, beginning with the Hall of Fame game between the Colts and Redskins in Canton, Ohio. Get all the information here! [Link]
Q&A: Ramifications of casings from Harrison's gun (Yahoo! Sports)
A report that shell casings from Marvin Harrison's gun were found at the shooting scene could be damaging for the WR. [Link]
Police: Harrison 'not a suspect at this point'
Police do not currently consider Marvin Harrison a suspect in a shooting that took place in Philadelphia last week, according to a report on the Indianapolis Star Web site. [Link]
Colts Quick Hits: May 6
Colts fans have rejoiced in the addition of Mike Hart, but is he really an upgrade over Kenton Keith? Eric Hartz gives his take on the the pending backup running back battle, Marvin Harrison's off-field trouble, and more in this edition of Quick Hits! [Link]
Colts star Harrison interviewed about Philly shooting
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Indianapolis Colts star receiver Marvin Harrison was interviewed by police about a shooting near his North Philadelphia car wash this week. [Link]
Colts' Harrison interviewed about Philly shooting
Indianapolis Colts star receiver Marvin Harrison was interviewed by police about a North Philadelphia shooting this week. Lt. Frank Vanore said the investigation of the shooting outside a bar Tuesday was continuing. Harrison has not been arrested or charged. "He was interviewed," Vanore said Friday. "Why he was interviewed, that is all part of the investigation. No one is a suspect. [Link]
Police: Colts' Harrison interviewed about Philly shooting
Indianapolis Colts star receiver Marvin Harrison was interviewed by police about a shooting near his North Philadelphia car wash this week. Lt. Frank Vanore said the investigation of Tuesday's shooting was continuing. Harrison has not been arrested or charged. "He was interviewed," Vanore said Friday. "Why he was interviewed, that is all part of the investigation. No one is a suspect. [Link]
Police: Colts' Harrison interviewed about Philly shooting (AP)
Indianapolis Colts star receiver Marvin Harrison was interviewed by police about a shooting near his North Philadelphia car wash this week. Lt. Frank Vanore said the investigation of Tuesday's shooting was continuing. Harrison has not been arrested or charged. "He was interviewed," Vanore said Friday. "Why he was interviewed, that is all part of the investigation.
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Bullet casings linked to Harrison's gun (PA SportsTicker)
Police uncovered more evidence that appears to link Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Marvin Harrison to a shooting last week in Philadelphia. [Link]
Vince Young & Titans about wins, not stats (SportingNews.com)
Vince Young receives an awful lot of criticism about his statistics, but he doesn't get enough credit for the most important stat of all: wins. [Link]
Pressing needs for every NFL team
The draft can't fix everything (see the Jets' and 49ers' QB quandaries). Alex Marvez runs down every team's pressing needs. [Link]
Veteran Free Agents Have Indy Connections
Now that the flurry of undrafted free agent signings seems to have calmed down, the Colts have turned their attention to two veteran free agents; both familiar faces. Are they the right fit for the team at this time? Brad Keller has the analysis inside! [Link]
Can New QB Shake Up Pecking Order?
When the Colts were talking with quarterbacks before the draft, there was some speculation that the team may try to find a new backup signal caller. The team did sign a quarterback this week, but he wasn't one of the players they showed interest in. Find out what the team likes about this player and what happened to the other guys inside! [Link]
Scout.com NFL Draft Report Card
Only five NFL teams earned an "A" in last weekend's NFL Draft according to former pro scout Tom Marino. Was your favorite team one of them? Or was it one of the handful who earned a failing grade? Check out Marino's grades for all 32 teams in this Scout.com feature. [Link]
Colts Go North of the Border Again
A year ago, the Colts dipped into the Canadian Football league and found Kenton Keith, who gained over 500 yards in 2007 and led the team's backs in yards per carry. This year, the team has looked north again, to the college ranks, and plucked a productive prospect with impressive athleticism. Could he find a spot on the Colts? [Link]
Charles Dillon: Cougar grabman catches on with NFL team
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Colts Fans React to Draft
The voters have had their say about the Indianapolis Colts' nine choices in the NFL Draft. ColtPower.com's Eric Hartz goes deep inside the numbers and tells you which picks were popular, and which were panned. All that and selected fan comments inside! [Link]
Jaguars Lose to Colts Again
The Indianapolis Colts have defeated the Jaguars twice in a row, and five out of the last six times the two teams have played. Find out how the Colts got the better of the Jags once again. [Link]
NFL Post-Draft Insider 1.0
Scout.com's NFL insider Adam Caplan gives you the inside skinny in what went behind the selections of eight teams in this post-draft update. Caplan also breaks down how some of drafted players will fit in with their new teams. [Link]
