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Stock up, stock down from Colts’ 2023 season

The Colts’ stock report from the 2023 season.

When we take a look back at the 2023 season for the Indianapolis Colts, it was a good year for the franchise with several players having their best seasons of their career while having some setting new career-highs.

Finding players who raised their stock was easy but narrowing it down to a few was debated heavily. I went with the ones I believe saw a significant increase. As far as for players who saw their stock drop, that was a little more difficult.

There was a clear one who’s performance dropped off from 2022 but for the last two spots, I went with players that could’ve made more of an impact with their time spent on the field.

Let’s take a look at six Colts’ players who either saw a rise or fall in their stock from the past season:

Colts’ 5 most disappointing players in 2023

Taking a look at the five most disappointing Colts players from 2023.

Despite the Indianapolis Colts missing out on a playoff run, there were plenty of high marks from the 2023 season. Conversely, the Colts also had their share of disappointing players from the campaign.

Between injuries and poor performance, there were a handful of Colts players who failed to meet expectations during the 2023 season. Some will likely have a chance to bounce back in 2024, but the outlook may not be as encouraging as it once was.

We took a look at the players who exceeded expectations. Now, here are five Colts players who disappointed the most in 2023:

Colts’ unofficial depth chart for Week 18

Here’s the Colts’ unofficial depth chart for Week 18.

The Indianapolis Colts (9-7) released their unofficial depth chart ahead of the Week 18 matchup against the Houston Texans (9-7)

The term “unofficial” should be taken to heart here as the pecking order could change on a whim. Still, we’re here to take a look at the depth chart going into the win-and-in matchup against the Texans.

Here’s a look at the unofficial Week 18 depth chart for the Colts:

Stock up, stock down from Colts’ 34-14 loss to Bengals

Taking stock from the Colts’ loss in Week 14 against the Bengals.

The Indianapolis Colts (7-6) were defeated 34-14 on Sunday by the Cincinnati Bengals (7-6) at Paycor Stadium.

In what was easily the worst game they’ve played all season, the Colts simply didn’t have it. They were outmatched in all three phases of the game, and their inability to limit the self-inflicting wounds buried any chances of pulling off a comeback.

Now, it’s time to take a look at whose stock was impacted from the team’s largest loss of the season.

When taking stock of a player’s performance, it’s best to be fluid. A player’s stock will fall and rise throughout the season so none of this is set in stone. However, it is important to take note of the narratives and storylines taking place as the campaign progresses.

A player’s stock can be impacted by factors such as their performance or the type of snaps they receive during the games.

Here’s a look at the stock report for the Colts following the Week 14 loss:

Colts vs. Buccaneers: Initial injury report for Week 12

Here’s a look at Wednesday’s injury report for the Colts and Bucs.

The Indianapolis Colts (5-5) are coming out of the bye week preparing for a Week 12 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-6) at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday.

Here’s a look at the initial injury report for the Colts in Week 12:

*DNP = Did Not Participate — LP = Limited Participant — FP = Full Participant*

Notes

  • C Ryan Kelly appears to be progressing through the concussion protocol.
  • CB Julius Brents hasn’t practiced since suffering his quad injury during the Week 7 game against the Cleveland Browns.
  • TE Drew Ogletree and S Rodney Thomas II are on the injury report with seemingly new injuries.
  • WR Josh Downs is a notable omission from the report, suggesting he will be able to play through the knee injury he’s been dealing with.

Here’s a look at the initial injury report for the Buccaneers in Week 12:

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Fake spike backfires as Bailey Zappe throws pick to seal Patriots’ loss to Colts

A fake spike backfired on the New England Patriots in a loss to the Colts

In theory, the fake spike seemed like a good idea.

It backfired on Sunday in Germany for the New England Patriots.

Faced with a desperation last drive to try and overcome a 10-6 deficit to the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Bill Belichick switched from Mac Jones to Bailey Zappe for the Patriots’ last drive.

The backup quarterback was instructed to try a fake spike to come up with a big play in the final minute.

Zappe executed the fake spike part but failed on the pass.

Rodney Thomas II was not fooled and picked off the errant pass.

Ranking safeties in the AFC South entering 2023

Here’s how the safeties rank across the AFC South.

The AFC South features a quality stable of starting safeties.

Overall, the division has one of the best at the position along with proven veterans and young players that have the ability to make a name for themselves this season.

For this list, I took the starting safeties from each team. Let’s take a look at how they rank:

Colts vs. Bears: 6 things to know in preseason Week 2

Here are six things to know entering the preseason Week 2 matchup.

The Indianapolis Colts host Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 19, for their second preseason game.

After hosting two joint practices with the Bears this week, the team will continue the battle on familiar turf against the squad led by Matt Eberflus.

Here are the six things to know for Week 2 of the preseason:

 

The 2023 NFL All-Breakout team

As the beginning of the 2023 season continues to creep closer, several players are quietly lurking and will have every opportunity to become household names before the coming campaign concludes. 

Every season, there is a select handful of players around the NFL that seemingly come out of nowhere and have fantastic seasons. As the beginning of the 2023 season continues to creep closer, several players are quietly lurking and will have every opportunity to become household names before the coming campaign concludes. 

Colts’ 2023 training camp preview: Safeties

Previewing the safety position for the Colts entering training camp.

The Indianapolis Colts are set to return for training camp at the Grand Park Sports Complex in Westfield with their first practice being held July 26.

Before then, we’ll be previewing each position, giving our takes on the starters, position battles and projected depth chart entering camp under the new regime.

The safety position for the Colts will have two of its starters returning for the second year under defensive coordinator Gus Bradley, while the hope is that they can get some production from the depth in the room during the regular season.

You can follow along with our training camp previews as we post the links below:

Quarterback Running Back Wide Receiver Tight End
Offensive Line Defensive Line Linebacker Cornerback
Safety Special Teams

Here’s our preview of the safeties entering training camp: