clock menu more-arrow no yes mobile

Filed under:

Colts News: How should the Colts handle the NFL trade deadline?

After Matt Ryan’s benching, should the Colts alter course at the trade deadline and position for the future?

If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.

2022 NFL Draft - Rounds 2-3 Photo by David Becker/Getty Images

How Should The Colts Handle The NFL Trade Deadline?
For the Colts (3-3-1) in 2022, it would make the most sense for them to have one eye looking towards the future.

Matt Ryan after benching - Have to embrace being Colts backup
Matt Ryan is in a new spot in Indianapolis, serving as the backup quarterback for the first time in his 15-year NFL career.

Matt Ryan felt 'surprise and shock’ when Colts benched him for Sam Ehlinger
Matt Ryan said he was surprised and shocked when he learned the Colts were benching him for Sam Ehlinger.

Colts QB Matt Ryan reacts to benching for first time
When the Colts opened the locker room to reporters Wednesday, quarterback Matt Ryan was waiting to address his benching

Matt Ryan 'Disappointed,' But Turns Attention To 'Any Way I Can Help' Colts, Sam Ehlinger
The Colts quarterback spoke with the media at his locker on Wednesday, two days after Sam Ehlinger was elevated to being the team's starting quarterback.

Colts Notebook: Surprised Ryan vows to support Ehlinger | Sports | kokomotribune.com
When reporters entered the locker room at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center on Wednesday, Matt Ryan was waiting for them just as he has been through the first seven

Colts Wednesday Notebook: Matt Ryan Talks First NFL Benching
The Colts (3-3-1) are beginning the Sam Ehlinger era in Week 8, with the Washington Commanders (3-4) coming to town for a 4:25 PM kickoff on Sunday.

Practice Notebook: Why Colts Coaches, Teammates Believe Sam Ehlinger Is Ready For First NFL Start
Ehlinger will make his first NFL start on Sunday against the Washington Commanders at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Frank Reich to Sam Ehlinger: 'Just play your game'
You’re free to agree, or not: the decision to bench an injured Matt Ryan and turn to unproven Sam Ehlinger was done in the best interest of the team.

SUBSCRIPTION ONLY

Colts’ QB conundrum: What Sam Ehlinger replacing Matt Ryan means - The Athletic
Indianapolis has leaned on veterans at quarterback since Andrew Luck's sudden retirement but now will try a different approach.

How Matt Ryan and Sam Ehlinger are feeling after Colts’ QB change - The Athletic
The veteran prepares for an unfamiliar role, and the second-year quarterback says he'll battle nerves in his first NFL start.

How Indianapolis Colts will try to help Sam Ehlinger in first NFL start
Ehlinger's mobility gives the Colts options to neutralize the pass rush that weren't available with Ryan.

Colts: Sam Ehlinger will look to calm nerves, play free vs. Commanders
Sam Ehlinger knows his first NFL start will bring some nerves, but he plans to play in a way that's fast and free like he did in the preseason.

Colts: Mike Jansen talks after being fired as stadium announcer
After 24 seasons, Mike Jansen was fired by the Colts as the team's stadium announcer. He tells his story. It felt almost like an "execution."

COLTS MEDIA