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Whether it be important players or coaching staff personnel, the Indianapolis Colts have been hit with a slew of shocking departures in the early stages of the offseason. That narrative really kicked into high gear when the likes of left tackle Anthony Castonzo and quarterback Philip Rivers announced their respective retirements within a week of […] Colts: This Quenton Nelson stat proves he should never move to left tackle - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

Last week was one to forget for the Indianapolis Colts as it not only featured the retirement of quarterback Philip Rivers, but also the departures of a string of key coaching assistants. As we know, now-former offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni agreed to take the Eagles’ head coaching job and brought with him a pair of […] Colts: Latest coaching hire should help Indy’s offense remain potent - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

The Colts could end up not having the opportunity to trade for Aaron Rodgers when all is said and done. It’s crazy how much can change in a week. When Philip Rivers announced his retirement, the Indianapolis Colts were left without a starting quarterback for the 2021 season. At that point in time, trading for […] Colts: Aaron Rodgers contract situation raises questions about trade likelihood - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

Trade negotiations with the 49ers last offseason almost saw Jimmy Garoppolo land with the Colts. The Indianapolis Colts pulled off the trade of the offseason last year when they acquired defensive lineman DeForest Buckner from the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for the No. 13 overall pick in the 2020 draft. Buckner paid immediate dividends, […] Colts: DeForest Buckner trade talks with 49ers nearly resulted in Jimmy Garoppolo package - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

The Indianapolis Colts need to find their fourth starting quarterback in the last four seasons under Frank Reich, as the retirement of Philip Rivers has put the Colts firmly in the Matthew Stafford sweepstakes following reports that he is on his way out in Detroit. As good as Stafford may be in the short term, […] Colts: Why Matthew Stafford rumors are great news for Jacob Eason - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

The Colts will actually end up retaining offensive line assistant Klayton Adams. Building continuity on a coaching staff is an extreme rarity in the NFL and the Indianapolis Colts learned that the hard way this offseason as they lost a handful of prominent assistants to promotions with other organizations or the college ranks. The most […] Colts getting back OL assistant who left for Arizona State in unexpected turn of events - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

Bruce Arians establishing himself as an elite head coach after leaving Indy in 2012 won’t sit well with Colts fans. Let it be known that we are wholeheartedly satisfied with the direction the Indianapolis Colts are headed. Sure, their coaching staff was pillaged this past week, but they still have an elite general manager-head coach […] Colts: Bruce Arians’ rise after leaving Indy gives us mixed feelings - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

The Indianapolis Colts were known around the league as an offensively-driven team given the fact that Philip Rivers was their quarterback, rookie sensation Jonathan Taylor was bowling grown men over during the last few weeks of the season, and offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni was so highly regarded that the Philadelphia Eagles made him a head […] Darius Leonard’s unbelievable production should help Colts recruit top defensive free agents - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

Former Colts punter Pat McAfee had an ecouraging message for Matthew Stafford over the weekend. When Philip Rivers announced his intentions to retire, the Indianapolis Colts were left with a gaping hole at the quarterback position. After all, 2020 fourth-round pick Jacob Eason was the only player under contract for next season, and trading for […] Colts: Pat McAfee’s message to Matthew Stafford will amp up Indy fans - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

Matthew Stafford wants the Colts. The Colts should also want Matthew Stafford. ONE WEEK AGO: For the second time in year and a half, the Colts have been blindsided by a QB making an early decision. NOW: Oh, this Matthew Stafford thing is just going to sort of…fall into our laps, huh? Not a problem! […] Colts: Matthew Stafford reportedly ‘eyeing’ Indy’s QB opening - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

Don’t look now, but Aaron Rodgers might request a trade out of Green Bay this offseason. Colts, you listening? Remember when there was concern about which direction the Indianapolis Colts would choose — free agency, the trade market or the draft — in terms of addressing the quarterback position this offseason? Well, that feels like […] Colts: This Aaron Rodgers trade with Packers could actually work - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

Considering how the Indianapolis Colts lost a quarterback, left tackle, and offensive coordinator in a two-week span, it’s easy to assume that Frank Reich’s squad is in line for a major regression. However, with the news that Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is now available in trade talks, Indy has a clear path to contention. […] Would Colts be AFC favorite if they acquired Matthew Stafford? - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

The Colts should go all-in for 2021 instead of trusting Jacob Eason. Windows, in the NFL, are exceedingly liminal. Rosters can collapse like a house of cards after one core piece suddenly evaporates. An offseason’s worth of game-planning can be ruined when one head of a three-headed Colts backfield goes down in Week 1. An entire coaching […] Colts must acquire brand-name QB instead of handing Jacob Eason keys - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

The Colts are considered one of the favorites to land Matthew Stafford following his mutual trade agreement. The Indianapolis Colts are in need of a new quarterback this offseason, as the retirement of Philip Rivers means that Frank Reich will likely have to find his fourth Week 1 starter in four seasons. With the news […] Colts emerge among initial favorites for Matthew Stafford trade - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community

The Philadelphia Eagles further purged the Colts’ staff by hiring Jonathan Gannon to serve alongside Nick Sirianni. The penalty that comes along with success in the NFL? Everybody else wants to copy you, and they’re able to open their purses and offer promotions in the effort to do so. Regrettably, after a season in which […] Colts: Eagles steal coveted Indy assistant for Nick Sirianni’s staff - Horseshoe Heroes - Horseshoe Heroes - Indianapolis Colts News, Opinion, and Fan Community