Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio reports that NFL spokesman Greg Aiello has informed them that the Indianapolis Colts can sign Stanford QB Andrew Luck as soon as this Friday. Last year, the lockout prevented the Panthers from negotiating with Cam Newton before the draft but the fact that the NFL has adopted a slotting system for draft picks, basically eliminates the need to negotiate much of anything so a deal could be signed in the near future. It remains to be seen whether or not Luck will throw at this year's... [Read More]
Miami fans have spoken. They want Peyton Manning. The fan group behind the Manning to Miami website posted a billboard promoting their campaign at the I-95 and I-595 junction in Fort Lauderdale which reads "Manning to Miami.com". The site's main article offers the following case to Miami ownership: "Be Part OF "The Movement" and Make History – BRING MANNING TO MIAMI – This site has been created to help influence Peyton Manning and the Miami Dolphins that "Manning to Miami" is a... [Read More]
Seahawks QB Tarvaris Jackson, who had a middling debut year in Seattle in 2011 (7-7, 3,091 yards, 14 TDs, 13 INTs), has one year left on his contract. Backup Charlie Whitehurst has none and is headed for free agency. So surely the Emerald City should be a logical option for Colts QB Peyton Manning if he leaves Indianapolis, right? After all, the Seahawks are quietly building a strong foundation while focusing on defense and the O-line, facets that appeal to veteran quarterbacks. But hold your horses, ‘Hawks fans. “I... [Read More]
Andrew Luck will undoubtedly be the No. 1 overall pick at the 2012 NFL Draft. Yet, despite this, the Stanford standout was more than willing to head to the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis this week and conduct some drills throwing the football in front of scouts from all across the league. Despite his willingness, Luck will not throw at the combine, and the reason he won't be throwing is the Indianapolis Colts. Bob Kravitz of the Indianapolis Star reported on Twitter that the Colts reportedly told him not to throw... [Read More]
Dam Pompei of the National Football Post reports that sources around the league believe that Seattle could be the “early frontrunner” in the Peyton Manning sweepstakes. Pompei writes that head coach Pete Carroll is “believed to have a strong interest in at least exploring” the idea of signing Manning. He mentions that playing in Seattle would likely reduce the scrutiny that Manning would otherwise have to deal with in different markets and mentions that a good core of solid players should also be an attractive... [Read More]
If Vincent Jackson departs in free agency, the Chargers are going to need a No. 1 wide receiver. According to one team insider, that person could be Reggie Wayne, who is a free agent after 11 seasons with the Colts. Wayne played in a vertical passing game in Indianapolis similar to the one that the Chargers run, and he could step right in and be a go-to guy for Philip Rivers.
Colts owner Jim Irsay told the media in Indianapolis that he and Peyton Manning have begun to talk about the quarterback's future. Manning is due for a $28 million roster bonus on March 8 but didn't play last year after undergoing what is now reported to be four surgeries on his neck including a fusion procedure. His neck has been cleared by his doctors, not by Colts trainers, and there is rampant speculation that his arm is not what it once was because regeneration of nerves in there haven't happened yet following the... [Read More]
It's been widely believed that Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning underwent three neck operations over the last two years, the third of which keeping him out for the duration of the 2011 season and likely leading to his release by the franchise. According to Don Banks of Sports Illustrated, Manning actually underwent four procedures his neck. "While it cannot be determined exactly when the unreported procedure on Manning's neck took place, it was at some point after his May 23 surgery in Chicago to... [Read More]
The Colts have completed their coaching staff by hiring eight assistant coaches and making Clyde Christensen quarterbacks coach. Gary Emanuel will coach the defensive line, Jeff Fitzgerald will coach linebackers, Mike Gillhamer is in charge of the secondary and Brad White will be in charge of defensive quality control. Christensen will stay on the staff as quarterbacks coach. He was offensive coordinator the last two seasons. Joe Gilbert takes over as assistant offensive line coach, Frank Giufre is in charge of... [Read More]
Owner Jim Irsay is open to Peyton Manning remaining with the Indianapolis Colts and finishing his NFL career but the ultimate decision will rest with Manning according to Mike Chappell of the Indianapolis Star. “We can make it work if he wants to be here,’’ Irsay said today. “We’d be excited to have him back and finish his career with us. “I want him to be able to make the choice. We would love to have him back here if he can get healthy and we can look at doing a contract that reflects the uncertainty of the . . .... [Read More]
Kevin Kolb has heard the speculation about the Cardinals being interested in Peyton Manning, but he's not worrying about it according to Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic. "I know how the NFL works," Kolb said, "anything is possible. I just try to keep my mind clear and do what I can on my end. I plan on having a great year and being a Cardinal for a long time." Kolb is due a $7 million bonus if he's on the roster March 17, and said "every indication on my end shows me that I'll be... [Read More]
Longtime KTRK-TV sports director Bob Allen said on Monday a close friend of the Manning family told him that Peyton Manning would be interested in coming to the Texans if -- as expected -- he is released from the Colts. Needless to say, there would be numerous factors (incumbent QB Matt Schaub's health, for starters) before a Manning-Texans union could become reality. The person who knows the Mannings says Peyton wants to play on a team that has a chance of going to a Super Bowl, and the Texans fit that description.... [Read More]
The Indianapolis Colts have signed former Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Peguese. Undersized at 6-foot-1, 230 pounds, was originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Eagles on July 26, 2011. He was released prior to the start of the regular season on Aug. 26. A former Hampton University played, Peguese earned Sports Network FCS All-America and first-team All-MEAC honors in 2010 as he finished third on the team in tackles with 85. He also ranked third in the conference with eight sacks while ranking... [Read More]
The Indianapolis Colts continued to construct their coaching staff with the addition of Joe Gilbert. Gilbert was named offensive coordinator at Alabama-Birmingham in January before accepting a position as offensive assistant on coach Chuck Pagano’s staff. There was no announcement from the Colts, but UAB coach Garrick McGee said in a statement released by the school, “All of us at UAB want to congratulate Joe on the opportunity to move to the NFL and to coach the game at the highest level. He is a fantastic ball coach... [Read More]
Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne will become a free-agent March 13th. Wayne hasn't heard any interest from the Colts. "All I know is the Colts. That is where I want to be. I have been there 11 years and I would prefer to end my career a Colt," Wayne told Josina Anderson of ESPN. "However, in due time those feelings could subside. I know one thing, my phone works. I do have service and every last bar on it and their number has not come across it yet. I haven't heard anything from them yet, so maybe I am... [Read More]
