Lions linebacker Brandon Copeland cleared to resume football activities

Detroit Lions linebacker Brandon Copeland has been cleared to resume football activities nearly seven months removed from a torn pectoral, according to Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com. Copeland was injured in Detroit’s first preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts. He was waived/injured and moved

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Colts take hard stance on Rashaan Melvin, trading down sounds unlikely

Colts’ general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Frank Reich discuss where the team stands as well as the NFL combine. INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Colts’ eventful offseason continues this week with the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium, the team’s brain trust and scouting staff

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2018 NFL Mock Draft: Browns snag Andrew Luck in trade, Colts own three top-5 picks

This is my final mock draft before the NFL combine, which means it could be the last time we get to mock before Chris Ballard and Frank Reich give us definite answers about the health of Andrew Luck. Just kidding — we probably won’t know anything about Luck’s health status until the season actually

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Early Bird Report 2/12: Falcons among NFL's least-needy teams; Colts hire new head coach

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – Today’s Early Bird Report includes a ranking of the NFL’s neediest teams as well as the Indianapolis Colts finding their next head coach. Enjoy! FALCONS HEADLINES FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY Sports Illustrated: Ranking the NFL’s neediest teams In Friday’s Early Bird

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Jabaal Sheard Ranked No. 41 On Pro Football Focus' 2017 'Top Players' List

If you’re an outside linebacker/edge defender in the National Football League, those, in a nutshell, are your primary responsibilities. Jabaal Sheard provided that for the Indianapolis Colts in 2017. In his first season with the team, Sheard was a dependable playmaker for a defensive unit otherwise

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3 things to know about Colts coaching candidate Dan Campbell

IndyStar’s Stephen Holder and Zak Keefer talk about the Indianapolis Colts coaching situation, what general manager Chris Ballard said Wednesday and where he goes from here. Also, is it still called ‘Chopping Wood’? The Indianapolis Colts are back to looking for a head coach after Josh McDaniels

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Where the Colts stack up in the suddenly Belichickian AFC South

INDIANAPOLIS – While the mastermind is busy – you know, another Super Bowl game plan to polish up – protégés both old and new are taking their shots, anxious to disprove the notion that Bill Belichick disciples can’t win in this league without Bill Belichick by their side. Because, let’s be honest

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Follow-up interview next step in Colts' pursuit of Josh McDaniels

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The wait continues for the Indianapolis Colts, although the next step is coming. The team’s pursuit of Josh McDaniels as its next head coach was extended two more weeks after the New England Patriots chased down the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-20 in Sunday’s AFC Championship

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Report: Matt Rhule withdraws from Colts’ coaching search

Baylor coach Matt Rhule interviewed with the Colts earlier this week. A day after news of his interview got out, Rhule withdrew his name, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. The Colts’ search is narrowing with Rhule and Panthers defensive coordinator Steve Wilks out of the running. It appears they are

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Colts owner Jim Irsay on Andrew Luck: 'It's a 107-degree fever towards success right now'

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay defends his optimism regarding Andrew Luck’s injury. INDIANAPOLIS – It wasn’t until the 28th minute of Monday’s press conference that Jim Irsay’s voice began to rise, his bottled-up fury pouring out as the Indianapolis Colts’ owner came to the spirited

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Colts fans offended by anthem kneeling could receive refunds under legislative proposal

The Indianapolis Colts play their finale versus the Houston Texans at home Sunday. An Indiana lawmaker is filing legislation that would require the Indianapolis Colts to offer fans refunds if Colts players kneel during the national anthem at home games. Rep. Milo Smith, R-Columbus, said his bill would

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Brandon Williams injury update: Colts TE has concussion, released from hospital

Colts tight end Brandon Williams suffered a concussion Thursday against the Broncos but was out of the hospital and back at Lucas Oil Stadium after some frightening moments during the game, the Indianapolis Star reported. Williams was carted from the field with his head and neck immobilized on a back

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Brandon Williams injury update: Colts TE has concussion, released from hospital

Colts tight end Brandon Williams suffered a concussion Thursday against the Broncos but was out of the hospital and back at Lucas Oil Stadium after some frightening moments during the game, the Indianapolis Star reported. Williams was carted from the field with his head and neck immobilized on a back

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Colts mascot marries an Indiana couple before an NFL game

Despite 3-10 record, the Indianapolis Colts want to finish the season strong. In sickness and in health, in championship seasons and in rebuilding years, this Indiana couple is committed, now and forever, to each other. Jennifer Hardey, 39, and Joseph Swaim, 48, from Brazil, Ind., chose Lucas Oil Stadium

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