MICHAEL MAROT
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) run against the Houston Texans during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Long wait for bye week finally ends for Colts, Taylor

By Michael Marot Dec. 09, 2021 02:31 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor already feels as if he has played a full season.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin (16) celebrates with teammates after making a catch for a touchdown against the Houston Texans during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Colts looking for ways to maintain momentum through bye week

By Michael Marot Dec. 06, 2021 04:20 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts created the perfect bye week script Sunday

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Pass-heavy approach proves costly in Colts' latest loss

By Michael Marot Nov. 29, 2021 05:47 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis coach Frank Reich insists he's a run-first guy

Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Taylor (28) runs against Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Antoine Winfield Jr. (31) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Colts miscues prove costly as Bucs rally for 38-31 win

By Michael Marot Nov. 28, 2021 07:26 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich knew immediately what

Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Taylor (28) is tackled by Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Sean Murphy-Bunting (23) and Lavonte David (54) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Fournette scores 4 TDs, Brady rallies Bucs past Indy 38-31

By Michael Marot Nov. 28, 2021 04:51 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tom Brady came to Indianapolis in a new uniform.

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) heads to the locker room after a win over the Buffalo Bills in an NFL football game at Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Brady leads Bucs bunch back to Indy for another big game

By Michael Marot Nov. 26, 2021 01:50 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tom Brady's NFL legacy runs right through Indianapolis.

Buffalo Bills running back Devin Singletary (26) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts middle linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) during the first half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Colts use blowout in Buffalo to prove they're playoff ready

By Michael Marot Nov. 22, 2021 03:39 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts sent a loud, clear message to the

Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) celebrates a defensive stop against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Reich wants Indy to use lessons learned for playoff run

By Michael Marot Nov. 15, 2021 03:49 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis coach Frank Reich wasted no time looking ahead

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. (10) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) and middle linebacker Bobby Okereke (58) in the second half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Lawrence, Jaguars' offense struggle again in loss at Indy

By Michael Marot Nov. 14, 2021 07:00 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Trevor Lawrence finally got a chance to play for the win.

Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) tackles Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson (25) in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Taylor's big day, blocked punt lead Colts past Jaguars 23-17

By Michael Marot Nov. 14, 2021 04:41 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor's gashing runs and a blocked punt helped

Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Josh Allen (41) celebrates after sacking Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Colts face new challenge against suddenly surging Jaguars

By Michael Marot Nov. 11, 2021 01:49 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich sees Jacksonville's

Indianapolis Colts' Nyheim Hines (21) celebrates after running for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Wentz acquisition paying dividends with Indy in playoff hunt

By Michael Marot Nov. 05, 2021 08:15 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts took a calculated risk by trading

New York Jets' Ty Johnson (25) fumbles while being tackled by Indianapolis Colts' Darius Leonard (53) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
White's injury, defensive debacle prove costly to Jets

By Michael Marot Nov. 05, 2021 01:31 AM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — First, the New York Jets lost quarterback Mike White.

New York Jets quarterback Mike White (5) throws before an NFL football game between the New York Jets and Indianapolis Colts, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Taylor, ground game help Colts find easy path past Jets

By Michael Marot Nov. 04, 2021 11:53 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor ran with power, ran with burst, and even

Purdue's Chris Jefferson (17) intercepts a pass intended for Nebraska's Austin Allen (11) while leaping over him in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb. Purdue defeated Nebraska 28-23. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz)
No. 5 Spartans try to keep unbeaten quest on track at Purdue

By Michael Marot Nov. 04, 2021 12:17 PM EDT
Coach Mel Tucker has revamped Michigan State's program. He

New York Jets quarterback Mike White, left, and Michael Carter celebrate after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Taylor taking lead as Colts take center stage against Jets

By Michael Marot Nov. 03, 2021 03:24 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Taylor is thriving as the Indianapolis Colts' lead

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman (11) celebrates a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Colts keep focus on same goals despite AFC South deficit

By Michael Marot Nov. 01, 2021 04:42 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts should be adjusting their

Tennessee Titans cornerback Elijah Molden (24) celebrates a touchdown on an interception with linebacker David Long (51) in the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Wentz's late miscues prove costly in Indy's latest loss

By Michael Marot Oct. 31, 2021 07:35 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Carson Wentz blamed himself for Sunday's 34-31 overtime

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) throws a pass for an interception as he's tackled by Tennessee Titans outside linebacker Bud Dupree (48) in the second half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. The Tennessee Titans scored a touchdown on the interception. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Titans use late turnovers to pull off 34-31 OT win at Indy

By Michael Marot Oct. 31, 2021 05:03 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tennessee safety Kevin Byard promised to do everything he

Indianapolis Colts' Darius Leonard (53) reacts to fans as he leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Colts defense faces daunting task of taking down Henry

By Michael Marot Oct. 29, 2021 03:39 AM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Two-time All-Pro linebacker Darius Leonard understands what