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Practice Notebook: S AJ Haulcy a full participant in Thursday's practice

Colts say DeForest Buckner cleared from neck injury, set to play Week 1 vs. Ravens

On Sept. 10, 2026 the Indianapolis Colts announced defensive tackle DeForest Buckner had been cleared to practice and was expected to play in the team’s Sept. 13, 2026 season opener against the Baltimore Ravens after rehabbing a herniated neck disc and surgery.

Beech Grove's Ryan Williams named 2026 Girls 'Flag Coach of the Week' for Week 3

IMS and NTT INDYCAR extend multiyear Cisco technology partnership, keeping Wi‑Fi and networking support

Penske Entertainment announced Sept. 10 that Cisco will remain a multiyear technology partner for Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. The deal continues Cisco’s role providing networking, wireless and cloud-based systems and keeps its annual Cisco Engage Tech Day at IMS.

Daniel Jones shares what it will be like to run through the tunnel in first game back

Colts’ return to relevance hinges on Daniel Jones-led offense returning to form

Colts report full 53-man practice; WR Alec Pierce and S AJ Haulcy listed limited ahead of Week 1

The Colts said every member of their 53-man roster participated in Wednesday’s practice at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center, with four players listed as limited: S A.J. Haulcy (ankle), TE Drew Ogletree (neck), WR Alec Pierce (heel) and C Sedrick Van Pran‑Granger (illness). Head coach Shane Steichen said Pierce is “on track” to play in Week 1; Pierce said he’s “every day getting better.”

Colts kick off 2026 Community Tuesdays with rookie visit to Pike Township Fire HQ, $10,000 donation

The Indianapolis Colts announced they launched their 2026 Community Tuesdays program with a rookie visit to Pike Township Fire Department headquarters, where players served lunch and the team donated $10,000 to the department. The visit was held in partnership with INVST and tied to the Colts’ Rookie Academy.

IU Athletics expands water access at Memorial Stadium ahead of Saturday’s game

Indiana University Athletics doubled free multi-unit water stations, updated what water containers fans may bring and added misting and first-aid support for the noon matchup against Howard at Memorial Stadium.

Colts Mascot Dyes Downtown Canal

Indiana high school football — Week 3 recap: scores, streaks and coaching milestones

The Sept. 9, 2026 week-three digest lists game results and milestones: Blackford snapped an 18-game skid, three coaches reached career win No. 100, Hobart posted a program-best 616 yards, and the report notes recent coaching deaths and player injuries.

Indianapolis Colts elevate Luke Tenuta, waive Jaylon Jones ahead of Week 1

The Colts cut cornerback Jaylon Jones and promoted offensive tackle Luke Tenuta from the practice squad to the 53-man roster ahead of their Week 1 game against Baltimore; Tenuta is listed active for the Sept. 13 kickoff.

Colts release first unofficial depth chart of 2026 regular season

Purdue expands campus recreation with new Pickett‑Chaney pickleball and tennis complex in West Lafayette

Purdue University opened the Pickett‑Chaney Pickleball and Tennis Complex, adding 18 resurfaced, individually fenced pickleball courts (including three championship‑sized) plus two fenced tennis courts and an outdoor social space. The project is the first phase of RecWell’s Outdoor Master Plan to meet rising student demand for racket and paddle sports.

Colts promote T Luke Tenuta to 53-man roster, waive CB Jaylon Jones; add TE Kenny Fletcher Jr. to practice squad

On 2026-09-08 the Indianapolis Colts announced they signed tackle Luke Tenuta from the practice squad to the 53-man roster, waived cornerback Jaylon Jones and added tight end Kenny Fletcher Jr. to the practice squad.

Colts launch sweepstakes for DACH fans to win trip to London game on Oct. 4, 2026

The Indianapolis Colts launched a sweepstakes for fans in Germany, Austria and Switzerland to win a trip for two to the team's London game on October 4, 2026. The sweepstakes opened Sept. 1, 2026, ran through Sept. 20, 2026, and listed Sept. 23 as the winner-draw date; prizes include two tickets, a two-night London hotel stay and a €500 travel allowance.

Alexandria-Monroe's Pete Gast named 2026 'Coach of the Week' for Week 3

'No fees, Just football' Single-game tickets return for 2026 home schedule

The Indianapolis Colts are waiving additional checkout fees for single-game tickets to all 2026 regular-season home games at Lucas Oil Stadium for a limited two-day window: Sept. 8, 2026 (10:00 a.m. ET) through Sept. 9, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET). Tickets are available at Colts.com/tickets/single-game.

Alec Pierce on track to play in Colts' Week 1 opener vs. Ravens

After ankle surgery in March, Alec Pierce was activated Aug. 27 and has taken reps in practice; head coach Shane Steichen said Monday that Pierce "should be good" and is on track for the Colts’ Week 1 game against the Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Carmel-based Dreyer & Reinbold signs Conor Daly, returns to full-time IndyCar with Honda engines in 2027

Dreyer & Reinbold Racing announced Sept. 5, 2026 that Conor Daly has signed a multi‑year deal to drive the team’s No. 24 car full time beginning in the 2027 NTT INDYCAR Series season. The team also said it will run Honda engines and return to full‑time competition for the first time since 2012.

IU opens football season before a capacity crowd and adds championship signage

Indiana University’s September 5 home opener included a sell-out crowd and new championship signage at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium.

Team Penske crew goes the distance to get ready for race day

Colts outline five reasons for optimism about their 2026 offense

In a team-published preview dated Sept. 4, 2026, the Colts listed five factors — including the Shane Steichen–Daniel Jones rapport, a healthy Jonathan Taylor, the signing of Keenan Allen and offensive-line continuity — that underpin confidence in the club’s 2026 offense. The story notes Sept. 13, 2026 as the date Taylor and a healthy Jones are expected to be together in the backfield.

Spencer Shrader named Colts' starting kicker over Blake Grupe

On 2026-09-04 the Indianapolis Colts named Spencer Shrader their starting kicker, choosing him over Blake Grupe after preseason play in which Shrader went 5-for-5 (including two kicks of at least 60 yards). Shrader also made the team's initial 53-man roster.