The Indianapolis Colts were back at it Sunday for another late afternoon, early evening practice at Grand Park. With humid conditions, but largely no rain, it was held outdoors. Hopefully, everyone’s stayed safe throughout the state with the intense flooding. Let’s get to it!
Colts Defense Gets Better of Offense Again
Not a banner day for #Colts QB Daniel Jones. Just threw back-to-back interceptions in 11-on-11.
— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) August 16, 2026
First one was tipped and then picked off by CB Mekhi Blackmon. Second one was an underthrown deep ball that was picked off by FS Cam Bynum.
Outside of a deep touchdown connection between Daniel Jones to Ashton Dulin to kick things off, the #Colts offense struggled in 7-on-7 play.
— Noah Compton (@nerlens_) August 16, 2026
Regardless of which quarterback or unit, Lou Anarumo’s passing defense proved to be too much to handle. Multiple coverage sacks and PBUs.
Anthony Richardson and the #Colts second-team offense really struggled in their first 11-on-11 session:
— Noah Compton (@nerlens_) August 16, 2026
– WR Deion Burks fumbled the jet sweep exchange
– poor showing on the ground, Bryce Boettcher shines
– Underthrown ball hauled in by CB Jaylon Jones
– zero completions overall
Rookie LB CJ Allen Returns to Practice
Colts rookie MLB CJ Allen practicing.
— Mike Chappell (@mchappell51) August 16, 2026
No Training Camp Return for Alec Pierce
#Colts HC Shane Steichen, asked if he expects WR Alec Pierce (left ankle surgery recovery) to return in their joint practices with the #Falcons this week.
— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) August 17, 2026
“Not right now.”
Therefore, Pierce will miss all of training camp as he continues rehabbing.
Season opener in four weeks. pic.twitter.com/Z7whG57MGE
Laiatu Latu Continues to Stand Out in Camp
One guy who’s having a really good #Colts camp: DE Laiatu Latu.
— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) August 17, 2026
Just gotta see if he can take another leap on Sundays, but I’m encouraged by what I’ve seen so far. Very disruptive.
DeForest Buckner Ramping Up Activity
We saw DT DeForest Buckner involved in 11-on-11s earlier than we’ve seen in camp so far today.
— Jake Arthur (@JakeArthurNFL) August 16, 2026
Big Brace for Colts ST coach Brian Mason
Another look at #Colts STC Brian Mason, who tore several ligaments in his knee in the preseason opener. Tough dude. pic.twitter.com/yRNz1lHidv
— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) August 16, 2026
Other Colts Players Still on the Mend
#Colts out today:
— Jake Arthur (@JakeArthurNFL) August 16, 2026
WR Alec Pierce (PUP-ankle)
CB Mooney Ward (back)
WR Anthony Gould
RB DJ Giddens (hamstring)
OT Luke Tenuta (knee)
OT Nolan Rucci
LB CJ Allen (hamstring) and DT Derrick Nnadi are both back.