Team news: Indianapolis Colts

The article repeatedly emphasizes the need to be patient with rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson, insinuating that he may not get the job until later in the season -if at all during the rookie campaign.

GM Chris Ballard is quoted as saying, "not to crown him" just yet, while Assistant GM said, "We drafted him not for what he is,” he said, “but what he could become.”

Related Players: Gardner Minshew

Get ready for an offseason of quotes just like this. We'll need to read between the lines in this, and the many subsequent articles that are sure to touch on this exact subject. Here in mid-May, it looks like Gardner Minshew may be starting the season behind center, yet Richardson is coming off the board in the ninth round of Underdog drafts.

The Colts have released quarterback Nick Foles, the team announced Friday.

Related Players: Gardner Minshew, Anthony Richardson

With the team going and getting free agent Gardner Minshew to later pair with their first-rounder Anthony Richardson, it only makes sense to keep the depth chart free from muddle while also allowing Foles to test the waters with other teams. Maybe the veteran will rejoin Frank Reich, who is now down with the Carolina Panthers.

Former Bills’ WR Isaiah McKenzie is signing with the Colts, per his agents.

Related Players: Alec Pierce, Ashton Dulin

McKenzie had an up-and-down season, but his 42 receptions would have tied for third in the Colts' receiving room in 2022, while his four touchdowns would have tied for the lead. The former Buffalo Bill ran 80% of his routes out of the slot, so he should be able to operate as a Parris Campbell replacement.

The Colts agreed to terms with QB Gardner Minshew. It’s expected to be a one-year, $3.5 million deal with upside for Minshew in Indianapolis.

Shane Steichen has brought along a QB that is familiar with his system during their time(s) in Philadelphia. This brings a veteran presence to the locker room as the Colts are expected to spend an early pick at the position.

Colts have ruled out WR Ashton Dulin, TE Kylen Granson, and CB Kenny Moore II for Sunday’s game vs. the Giants.

Related Players: Jelani Woods

Jelani Woods has 14 targets and an 11-141-0 stat line in the two games sans Granson. Woods makes for an interesting boom-or-bust option this Sunday.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni on Jalen Hurts and who’s starting at QB on Sunday: “We’re still sorting through that.”

Related Players: Gardner Minshew, Jalen Hurts

It looks like we're going to have to wait this one out. Minshew could operate as a fringe QB1, but clearly, we would all rather have the ceiling of Jalen Hurts at our disposal in the most critical fantasy week of the season. We'll keep you updated.

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts throwing at the start of Thursday’s practice. Will see how much he can do. More than last week, so far.

Related Players: Gardner Minshew

Minshew looked great in Week 16 but fantasy drafters who took Hurts aren't very concerned about that. Hurts would be a must-start in Championship Week if he's a full go but we'll need more positive reports on Friday and Saturday before that's a sure thing.

The Eagles kick off their practice week on Wednesday without a clear view of quarterback Jalen Hurts‘ chances of playing against the Saints.

Hurts missed last Saturday with a sprained shoulder and head coach Nick Sirianni declined to assign a percentage to the likelihood that he will be in the lineup this weekend. He did maintain that Hurts has not been ruled out for the home game.

Related players: Gardner Minshew

Sirianni said 'of course' Hurts has a chance to play this week. Hurts' timeline has been all over the place. Some are reporting he may not be healthy even for the playoffs while this report doesn't rule him out from playing this week. The Eagles need one more win to clinch home field advantage in the NFC as well as win the division. They get the Saints at home this week and the Giants in Week 18.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni has not ruled out QB Jalen Hurts for Sunday's game against the Saints.

Related players: Gardner Minshew

Minshew racked up the fantasy numbers but did have some costly turnovers. The Eagles need one more win to clinch the top seed as well as the division and this week they have a home game against the Saints, which could mean Hurts either pushes to play or the team feels the urgency to get him back under center. Hurts will likely need to log some practice time this week so we'll keep an eye on his status.

Bills elevated WR Cole Beasley to their active roster for Saturday’s game vs. the Bears.

Related Players: Gabe Davis, Isaiah McKenzie

This shouldn't do anything to Stefon Diggs' production at all, but the call-up could affect Gabe Davis and Isaiah McKenzie's floors, which were already wavering. Beasley has seen 24 snaps in the 2022 season, converting his lone Week 15 target into nine yards.