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Colts offense is still out of sync after subbing Flacco in for Richardson

Nov. 04, 2024 01:48 AM EST

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts made their midseason quarterback switch to Joe Flacco from Anthony Richardson with a sole focus on the present, turning to the steady hand and still-strong arm of a 17-year veteran for their best chance to catch the vulnerable Houston Texans in the...

Darnold throws 3 TD passes in 2nd half as Vikings overcome 3 turnovers to beat Flacco, Colts 21-13

Nov. 04, 2024 00:45 AM EST

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Wherever this strong start to the season winds up leading the Minnesota Vikings, it's clear that belief and resilience will be responsible for a significant measure of their success. Sam Darnold overcame four sacks and three turnovers by throwing three...

Anthony Richardson needs more time to develop raw talent: Analysis

Nov. 01, 2024 07:34 AM EDT

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. For more On Football analysis, head here. ___ Anthony Richardson got fewer starts than Bryce Young before he was sent to the bench. The Indianapolis Colts benched their second-year...

Vikings seek rebound from back-to-back losses in Sunday night game vs. Flacco-led Colts

Oct. 31, 2024 15:45 PM EDT

Indianapolis (4-4) at Minnesota (5-2) Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC BetMGM NFL odds: Vikings by 5½. Against the spread: Colts 7-1, Vikings 5-2. Series record: Colts lead 18-8-1. Last meeting: Vikings beat Colts 39-36 in OT in...

Vikings try to get their defense back on track in prime time against the Colts as Flacco takes over

Oct. 31, 2024 13:53 PM EDT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings surged to the top of the NFL with a five-game winning streak to start the season, fueled by a disruptive and relentless defense that suddenly became vulnerable in losing twice in a five-day span. Did the rest of the league crack the code? Or...

Vikings work quickly to fill Darrisaw's vital spot on the line with Robinson hustling in

Oct. 30, 2024 19:57 PM EDT

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings experienced a significant setback when left tackle Christian Darrisaw tore ligaments in his left knee that removed one of their most irreplaceable players from the lineup for the remainder of the season. That sure didn't stop them from...

Coach Shane Steichen says QB switch was made because Colts want to win now

Oct. 30, 2024 18:10 PM EDT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson was hurt when he was told he was being benched. His replacement, 39-year-old Joe Flacco, tried to keep everything in perspective. One day after news broke that Richardson, the No. 4 overall pick in...

A record-tying 9 NFL teams have lost at least 6 games in the first 8 weeks

Oct. 30, 2024 10:31 AM EDT

Inside the Numbers dives into NFL statistics, streaks and trends each week. For more Inside the Numbers, head here. ___ The NFL has been on a race to the bottom this season. A record-tying nine teams already have lost at least six games in the first...

Colts benching Anthony Richardson to start Joe Flacco at quarterback vs. Vikings, AP sources say

Oct. 29, 2024 14:31 PM EDT

The Indianapolis Colts are benching Anthony Richardson to start Joe Flacco at quarterback on Sunday at Minnesota, according to two people with knowledge of the decision. Both people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the team had not announced the...

Colts coach Shane Steichen is 'evaluating' whether Anthony Richardson will remain the starter

Oct. 28, 2024 18:07 PM EDT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — One day after Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson briefly took himself out of a game because he was tired, coach Shane Steichen told reporters he was “evaluating everything,” including whether Richardson will start next weekend at Minnesota. ...