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The Colts mailbag is back for Week 18 with questions on how the Colts will try to get after C.J. Stroud, why the team's run the ball better at home and if the 2023 season will be viewed as a success no matter the outcome on Saturday night. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 17 with questions on how the Colts are approaching Sunday's game against the Raiders, why the team doesn't blitz more and what the AFC playoff picture is looking like with two games left. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 16 with questions on if the AFC South could get three teams into the playoffs, the kind of impact Alec Pierce is making even when the ball doesn't come his way and what presence Anthony Richardson has had around the team lately. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 15 with questions on how important JuJu Brents' return will be, what we can expect from Zack Moss and if the Colts' playoff odds hinge on beating the Steelers on Saturday. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 14 with questions on if the Colts can become AFC South champions in the event of a three-way tie, what to expect from Bengals quarterback Jake Browning on Sunday and if the team's tight ends will become a bigger part of the offense down the stretch. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 13 with questions on the Colts' run game in the wake of Jonathan Taylor's thumb injury and if we should pump the brakes on talking playoffs as the calendar flips to December. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 12 with questions on why Shaquille Leonard was waived this week, what Jelani Woods' status is, when Grover Stewart will be back and a peek at next spring's NFL Draft. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 10 with questions on if Josh Downs could play this weekend, Alec Pierce's season to date and how the Colts can beat the Patriots on Sunday in Frankfurt. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 9 with questions on why the Colts run the ball up the middle so much and if Shane Steichen is targeting his tight ends enough in the passing game. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 8 with questions on the end of last week's loss to the Cleveland Browns, if the team could add a cornerback with JuJu Brents banged up and what Shane Steichen and Gardner Minshew are doing to cut down on turnovers. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 7 with questions on how the Colts can use Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss on the field at the same time and what the mood is at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center heading into Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 6 with questions on how the Colts will handle touches for Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss going forward. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 5 with questions on Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor and if the team will look outside for a replacement for Dallis Flowers. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 4 with questions on how Matt Gay impacts the way Shane Steichen calls plays, the direction Gus Bradley's defense is trending and more ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Los Angeles Rams. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 3 with questions on the NFL landscape, Anthony Richardson's status and more ahead of Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. 

The Colts mailbag is back for Week 2 with questions on Anthony Richardson, Shane Steichen, the NFL landscape and what to expect from Gus Bradley's defense late in games. 

The Colts Mailbag is back for the 2023 season with questions on how Anthony Richardson's mobility will impact the offensive line, what to look for from the team's top returning wide receivers and more ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. 

The Colts Mailbag is back with questions on the team's 2021 draft picks, Anthony Richardson's relationship with Jonathan Taylor, where Josh Downs sits on the Colts' wide receiver depth chart and more as we hit the middle of OTAs. 

The Colts Mailbag is back! Ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, we took questions on, well, mostly the 2023 NFL Draft. 

The Colts Mailbag returns with questions on how the team is conducting its coaching search, what the plan at quarterback may be in 2023 and if the offensive line can improve going forward. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 17 with questions on what the 2023 NFL Draft quarterback class looks like, the future of the Colts' tight end position and what was behind Nick Foles being sacked seven times on Monday Night Football. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 16 with questions on what Nick Foles will bring to the offense, how the team's responded to Saturday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings and what the future of the quarterback position may look like in Indianapolis. 

The Colts Mailbag is back heading into Saturday's Week 15 road matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. We've got questions about how to handle Justin Jefferson, the future at left tackle, how to exploit a struggling Minnesota defense and more.

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 13 with questions on the end of Monday night's game, why Jonathan Taylor isn't always on the field and more heading into Sunday night's matchup against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 12 with plenty of questions on how the Colts can get their run game going again and what happened at the end of their Week 11 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 11 with plenty of questions on Jeff Saturday's impact and where things go from here for the 2022 Colts. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 10 with plenty of questions on Jeff Saturday being hired as interim head coach, and why he chose Parks Frazier to be the team's offensive playcaller going forward. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 9 with plenty of questions on this week's trade with the Buffalo Bills, what's next for Sam Ehlinger and more ahead of Sunday's game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 8 with plenty of questions on new starting quarterback Sam Ehlinger ahead of his first career start Sunday against the Washington Commanders at Lucas Oil Stadium. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 7 with questions on the importance of Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans, and if next-man-up standouts Deon Jackson, Rodney Thomas II and Zaire Franklin will continue to have roles when Jonathan Taylor/Nyheim Hines, Julian Blackmon and Shaquille Leonard return. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 6 with questions on Alec Pierce's ascent, what's next for the offensive line and how Frank Reich may try to get the Colts' offense clicking starting Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 5 with questions on the Jonathan Taylor and the Colts' run game, and where the team stands heading into Thursday night's game against the Denver Broncos. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 4 with questions on the offensive line, Jelani Woods, Jonathan Taylor and this weekend's AFC South clash with the Tennessee Titans. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 3 with questions on Shaquille Leonard, Patrick Mahomes, Isaiah Rodgers, Michael Pittman Jr. and what Frank Reich can do to get his offense going again on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 2 with questions on how to feel about Week 1's tie, if Nyheim Hines will be more involved in the offense and what we saw from Nick Cross' NFL debut last weekend in Houston.

The Colts Mailbag returns for Week 1 with questions on how Gus Bradley's defense will look different from Matt Eberflus' scheme, what we can expect from Alec Pierce as a rookie and a few matchups to watch on Sunday against the Houston Texans. 

The Colts Mailbag returns with questions on what's next at wide receiver, how Sam Ehlinger earned a spot on the roster and the importance of kickoffs with Rigoberto Sanchez out for the year. 

The Colts Mailbag returns with questions on the kicking battle, O-line depth, Gus Bradley's attacking defense and more. 

The Colts Mailbag returns with questions about how Matt Ryan is running practice, what the wide receiver picture looks like, Isaiah Rodgers' ascent and depth at linebacker. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for a pre-training camp look at a few things to watch for when practice starts at Grand Park on Wednesday at noon. 

The Colts Mailbag returns for a post-NFL Draft look at how this year's picks fit on the roster, the team's emphasis on football smarts and character and updates on Dayo Odeyingbo, Julian Blackmon and Matt Ryan. 

Ahead of Sunday's win-and-in regular season finale against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Colts fans had questions about a number of topics ranging from who the Colts could play if they get in the playoffs to if using more tempo could help the offense. 

Ahead of Sunday's final 2021 regular season home game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Colts fans had questions about a number of topics ranging from potential playoff scenarios to how Frank Reich could work Parris Campbell back into the offense if he's activated off injured reserve. 

Ahead of Saturday's Christmas night game against the Arizona Cardinals, Colts fans had questions about a number of topics ranging from the team's odds of winning the AFC South to how the defense will look to contain Kyler Murray. 

Ahead of one of the biggest Colts games at Lucas Oil Stadium in recent memory, fans had questions for this week's mailbag on where the team stands in the AFC playoff picture, how Bill Belichick will try to limit the Colts' run game and if Jonathan Taylor has a shot at winning NFL MVP. 

With the Colts finally reaching the bye week, fans had questions for this week's mailbag on the AFC Playoff picture, what to expect from Bill Belichick and the Patriots and Kenny Moore II's nomination for the 2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. 

Ahead of an AFC South road trip to Houston to face the Texans, Colts fans had questions about a number of topics ranging from Frank Reich's playcalling to if winning the division is still a possibility. 

Ahead of welcoming the defending Super Bowl champions to Lucas Oil Stadium, Colts fans had questions about a number of topics ranging from Jonathan Taylor's MVP case to how Matt Eberflus' defense can slow down Tom Brady. 

Ahead of a massive matchup against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, Colts fans had questions about a number of topics ranging from the defense to how to win on Sunday in Western New York. 

The Colts host the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium in a Week 10 AFC South clash on Sunday. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts host the New York Jets in primetime on Thursday night at Lucas Oil Stadium to kick off Week 9. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts welcome the Tennessee Titans to Lucas Oil Stadium on Halloween for a pivotal AFC South matchup in Week 8. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts head to the Bay Area to face the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football this weekend. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts return to Lucas Oil Stadium to face the Houston Texans on Sunday. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts head to Baltimore to face Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Monday Night Football in Week 5. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts will look for their first win of 2021 on Sunday against Jacoby Brissett and the Miami Dolphins. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts face another test in Week 2 with the Aaron Donald, Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams coming to Lucas Oil Stadium. Check out what questions fans had ahead of the game in this week's Colts Mailbag. 

The Colts kick off the 2021 season on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks at Lucas Oil Stadium. Check out what questions fans had ahead of Week 1. 

With the Colts' 2021 preseason wrapped up and preparation for Week 1 starting in earnest on Labor Day, fans had a number of questions about the state of the team with the Seattle Seahawks nearing on the horizon. 

With training camp starting Wednesday, Colts fans asked in this week's mailbag about the backup quarterback battle, bold predictions for the 2021 season, Michael Pittman Jr. and more. 

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers ask about Jacob Eason, Carson Wentz, Dayo Odeyingbo and Sam Tevi. 

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers ask about last week's NFL Draft and what might be next for Kwity Paye, Kylen Granson and Mike Strachan. 

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers ask about the upcoming NFL Draft, which kicks off Thursday night at 8 p.m.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers ask about Carson Wentz, offensive improvements, Jacob Eason and, of course, the Big Boat. 

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers ask about Carson Wentz, offensive improvements, Jacob Eason and, of course, the Big Boat. 

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers ask about the impact of this year's different pre-draft process, what's coming in free agency and how to handle a deep stable of running backs going forward. 

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about how the Colts can try to slow down Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills' potent passing attack, why it'll be important to keep leaning on rookie running back Jonathan Taylor, the importance of Philip Rivers' postseason experience and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about quarterback Philip Rivers' future in Indianapolis, what's going on with the penalties of late, what extensions could look like for Quenton Nelson, Darius Leonard and Braden Smith and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about what the Colts can do to defend Big Ben and the Steelers' offense on Sunday, defensive tackle DeForest Buckner's Pro Bowl snub and his rank among elite NFL defensive tackles, whether Indy will consider more two-back formations and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about wide receiver T.Y. Hilton's potential future with the team, what the Colts could possibly do to try to contain Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson on Sunday, if Quenton Nelson is the future answer at left tackle and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about Anthony Castonzo's potential return today against the Raiders, the future at the left tackle position, the Colts' current playoff odds, who would win a race between Philip Rivers and Peyton Manning and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about T.Y. Hilton's return to NRG Stadium in Houston, how Le'Raven Clark and the Colts can help corral the Texans' J.J. Watt on Sunday, why Indy should be rooting for the Cleveland Browns and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about where safety Julian Blackmon stands in the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year race, how the team will handle shuffling its defensive line with two starters out Sunday, whether quarterback Jacob Eason will be active Sunday against the Titans and more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about how the Colts can try to slow down Aaron Rodgers, Davante Adams and a high-powered Green Bay Packers offense, how Indy can get Michael Pittman Jr. involved even more, what Kemoko Turay's potential role will look like early on and more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about how rookie Michael Pittman Jr. can continue to find success after his breakout performance vs. the Titans, why the team is in good shape at nickel cornerback behind Kenny Moore II, why the Colts don't utilize more play action and quarterback sneaks and more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about whether the Colts could be interested in some big-name wide receivers this offseason, what it will take to defeat Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, who might get the start, and the touches, at running back in that game and much more.

In this week's edition of the Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about whether Indy can get its run game back on track against today's opponent, the Detroit Lions, how the team will approach Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, when defensive end Kemoko Turay might possibly make his return to game action and much more.

In this week's bye week edition of the Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about offensive and defensive evaluations through the first six weeks, when Kemoko Turay could possibly return to the lineup, whether Philip Rivers is a Hall of Famer, deep dives into Quenton Nelson's pulling plays, slant routes three-tight end sets and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about how the team can improve its pass rush productivity, an assessment of Philip Rivers' first five games as the Colts' quarterback, what the team can do to be successful today against the Cincinnati Bengals and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about whether Philip Rivers will open up the passing game against a struggling Cleveland Browns secondary, what specifically needs to improve in the running game and in the red zone, whether the Colts will be buyers at the trade deadline and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about running back Jonathan Taylor's yards-per-carry average and vision through three games, the latest updates on injured reserve/PUP players, Trey Burton's potential return Sunday vs. the Bears, how to improve on third down and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about wide receiver T.Y. Hilton and his start to the 2020 season, whether Julian Blackmon is the next man up to start at free safety, if Mo Alie-Cox can continue his ascension with Jack Doyle returning and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about what went wrong in the Colts' Week 1 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, what a Jonathan Taylor-Nyheim Hines backfield will look like moving forward, how defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus is approaching coverage schemes, the challenges the Vikings present on Sunday and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about the roster depth, particularly along the defensive line, wide receiver Parris Campbell's potential role in the offense, how Jacob Eason was able to win the battle for the No. 3 quarterback job, early expectations for rookie Michael Pittman Jr. and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about Saturday's final roster cuts, which Year 2 players are due for a big leap, Kemoko Turay's Week 1 availability, whether Philip Rivers can be a top-10 quarterbacl and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about the candidates to start at defensive end opposite Justin Houston, how the receiver depth is shaking out so far in training camp, where top wide receiver T.Y. Hilton is at health-wise and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about wide receiver Zach Pascal and his role in 2020, how general manager Chris Ballard and his staff will scout prospects if there's no college football, how the team will open up a roster spot for fullback Roosevelt Nix and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about whether the Colts are considering keeping three quarterbacks on their active roster, how the 2020 opt-outs of Marvell Tell III and Rolan Milligan affect the depth in the secondary, how practice squad rules have changed for this year and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about how the team might handle the quarterback position while taking COVID-19 possibilities into consideration, our picks for offensive and defensive player of the year, why "run the damn ball" isn't an outdated thought process and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about the future at the quarterback position, whether Jonathan Taylor's ball security should be a worry, linebacker Anthony Walker's future beyond 2020 and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about a possible competition for the starting right guard spot, why Bob Sanders isn't in the Ring of Honor quite yet, which Colts player is the fastest and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about what the Colts hope to get out of cornerback Xavier Rhodes, what's going on with all the primetime games on the road, whether new uniforms could be a possibility soon and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about if more work will be done to add depth at tackle, whether "smashmouth" is the right approach for the Colts, who starts at running back between Marlon Mack and Jonathan Taylor and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about running back Nyheim Hines' role in 2020, quarterback Chad Kelly's future in Indy, how the team will handle the defensive end rotation, where the Colts are at tight end and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about why the team decided to trade up and take a running back, Jonathan Taylor, in the second round of the draft, which Day 3 selections might make the biggest immediate impact, wide receiver Parris Campbell's 2020 role, possible interest in defensive end Jadeveon Clowney and much more.

In this week's special edition of the Colts Mailbag, Colts.com's Andrew Walker and Jake Arthur answer draft-specific questions with the 2020 NFL Draft set to kick off with the first round of action tonight.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about the price to move up to the No. 2-overall pick, options at tackle in the draft, why the team might not select a quarterback in the draft and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about how the team will go about finding its "quarterback of the future," whether the depth at cornerback needs work, a possible free agent option at wide receiver in Breshad Perriman and much more.

In this week's Colts Mailbag, readers inquire about the possibility of sticking with Jacoby Brissett at quarterback, whether the team will explore bringing back kicker Adam Vinatieri, the role and importance of the three-technique on defense and much more.