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Colts' Offseason Moves for 2026

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In a desperate bid to bounce back from a disastrous seven-game losing streak, the Indianapolis Colts have made a series of bold moves this offseason. Despite trading away key player Michael Pittman Jr. and sending linebacker Zaire Franklin to the Green Bay Packers, the team has also re-signed quarterback Daniel Jones and wide receiver Alec Pierce, securing their quarterback position and adding a new centerpiece to their receiving group. With these moves, the Colts aim to strengthen their defense and prepare for a critical test in training camp, as general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen fight to keep their jobs.

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Colts' Offseason Moves for 2026

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Indianapolis Colts News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Colts' Offseason Moves for 2026. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

On March 16th, the Indianapolis Colts face intense pressure this offseason after a brutal seven-game losing streak to close out the 2025 season. Owner Carly Erse Gordon has backed General Manager Chris Valored and head coach Shane Stuykin for one final chance to turn things around. Over the past week, the team made a series of signings, resignings and trades aimed at rebuilding for 2026. Here this week, the Colts traded wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers for Capralief, though at least they're receiving. Group Fener They also sent linebackers Zaire Franklin to the Green Bay Packers after his down year with too many missed tackles, picking up defensive line Mn. Colby. Wooden in return. Fans and analysts see mixed results so far. Losing key starters hurts depth right away, but moves like resigning tight-in Moe Alley Cox and kicker Blake Group on a 1-year 1-million-four. $100,000 deal add reliability in the run game and special teams.

On the brighter side, the top priorities brought stability. They resigned quarterback Daniel Jones to a 2-year 88-million-dollar contract after his strong start before an Achilles injury. Wide receiver Alec Pierce got a huge 4-year $116-million extension as the new centerpiece, forcing defenses to play him deep. These steps signal a push for quarterback steadiness and defensive reinforcements like new defensive tackle, Derek Anati setting up a critical test. For Ballard and Steichen, come training camp.

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