Colts head coach Shane Steichen shares what he thinks veteran linebacker Germaine Pratt could add to the Colts defense, both on and off the field, shares how he hopes to unlock running back Jonathan Taylor and points to two main areas of improvement he hopes to focus on this week and beyond.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen begins with an injury update on tight end Will Mallory, who will be returning to practice this week after a four-week stint on IR. Steichen then dives into the Week 5 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and what issues their defense can pose. Steichen also breaks down what the Colts have to do against a defense that is second in the league in takeaways, which is an area the Colts offense has struggled with. Finally, Steichen discusses facing former Colts receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and emphasizes the immense respect he has for Pittman.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen previews the upcoming matchup across the pond against the Washington Commanders. Set to head to London Thursday night, Steichen is eager to face the team that just knocked off the defending Super Bowl Champions. He discusses facing veteran wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Terry McLaurin and the challenges their explosiveness can pose. Steichen also shares the boost a divisional win can, and has, provided to the locker room. Finally, he breaks down the strategy in the timing of long, game-winning field goals.

Head coach Shane Steichen shares that wide receiver Alec Pierce will be placed on IR after sustaining a heel injury Sunday night. In Pierce's absence, the Colts signed WR Darius Slayton Tuesday and Steichen is excited about what the former New York Giant can add to the offense. He looks ahead to Week 3 against the Houston Texans, and some of the challenges their dominant defense can pose.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen shares that the green dot will be moved from safety Cam Bynum to linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither for Week 2 against Kansas City. Steichen explains the reasoning behind the decision, and what Davis-Gaither can do with the role. He also dives into challenges that the Colts may face Sunday night, especially Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III, who had an explosive Chiefs debut in Week 1 against the Denver Broncos. Finally, he talks about the crowd noise at Arrowhead Stadium and hlw that could present a communication challenge.

Colts head coach Shane Steichen explained how Indianapolis can combat two legendary play makers in Derrick Henry and Lamar Jackson in Sunday's season opener against the Baltimore Ravens. Steichen also shares why this year's team has him more fired up than previous years, and how they plan to "find a way" to win any game in a year of urgency. Finally, Steichen describes his admiration for the resilience of quarterback Daniel Jones and defensive tackle  DeForest Buckner in how each came back from their respective injuries.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 18 game against the Houston Texans on Sunday at NRG Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 17 game versus the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 16 primetime matchup versus the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 15 matchup versus the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday at Lumen Field.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 14 AFC South divisional matchup versus the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on Sunday.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 13 AFC South divisional matchup versus the Houston Texans on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 12 matchup in Kansas City versus the Chiefs on Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 10 trip to Berlin to face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Olympic Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 9 trip to Pittsburgh to face the Steelers on Sunday at Acrisure Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' AFC South divisional matchup in Week 8 versus the Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 7 return trip to Los Angeles to face the Chargers on Sunday at SoFi Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 6 game versus the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 5 game versus the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' West Coast trip to face the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' first AFC South divisional matchup of the season, a road game against the Titans in Nashville on Sunday.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' Week 2 game versus the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen speaks with the media during his midweek press conference ahead of the Colts' season opener against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen meets with the media for his mid-week update as the Colts prepare to face the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Head coach Shane Steichen meets with the media for his mid-week update as the Colts prepare to face the New York Giants on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in Week 17.