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Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen, left, and Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson talk on the field before an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Colts owner Jim Irsay says he’s retaining GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay intends to bring back longtime general manager Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen for another season. Irsay made the announcement in a letter to fans.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving leaps into the stands after scoring touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers won 27-19. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)

Mike Evans reaches 1,000 yards receiving and Buccaneers clinch NFC South with win over Saints

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) runs for a touchdown past Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback De'Antre Prince (24) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Jonathan Taylor and Joe Flacco lead Colts to 26-23 overtime win over Jaguars

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson, left, talks to quarterback Mac Jones (10) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Jaguars, Colts try to salvage something from disappointing seasons

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) makes a touchdown catch against the New York Giants in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Colts and Jaguars hope their season finale provides meaningful answers heading into the offseason

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Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix celebrates with fans following an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Broncos try to hold off Colts in playoff chase, reach the 9-win mark

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

The Broncos can take a big step toward breaking playoff drought with a win over the Colts

San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo, right, runs for a touchdown past Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Injuries to Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason give Isaac Guerendo a rare starting shot on 49ers

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) enters the end zone to complete a two-point conversion as New England Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss (53) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Steichen’s risky 2-point call pays off as Colts put playoff hopes in Richardson’s hands

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) pulls away from Detroit Lions defensive end Josh Paschal (93) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Young QBs Anthony Richardson, Drake Maye bring new look to Colts-Pats rivalry

Indianapolis Colts defensive end Laiatu Latu (97) celebrates a play against the Chicago Bears during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Colts leaning on improved defense and strong ground game to try to derail unbeaten Steelers

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) runs against the Chicago Bears during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Colts rush for 3 TDs as struggling defense slows Bears offense for a 21-16 victory

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) runs to the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Former Wisconsin star Jonathan Taylor eager to make his Lambeau Field debut with the Colts

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) passes against the Denver Broncos during the first quarter of a preseason NFL football game, Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024, in Westfield, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Colts counting on Richardson-Taylor pairing to help change the conversation with a playoff return

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor makes a catch during the NFL football team's training camp, Monday, Aug. 5, 2024, in Westfield, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

New contract and healthy offseason help remake image of Colts running back Jonathan Taylor

Indianapolis Colts NFL football quarterback Anthony Richardson speaks to the media Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, in Indianapolis. (Kelly Wilkinson/The Indianapolis Star via AP)

Anthony Richardson eager to get back on the field after missing most of 2023 with a shoulder injury

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) carries during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Anthony Richardson, Jonathan Taylor give Colts a view into a promising future

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) calls a play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Texans take playoff spot with win over Colts; Steelers top Ravens to move toward postseason

Houston Texans running back Devin Singletary (26) scores a rushing touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Texans wrap up playoff spot with 23-19 victory over Colts

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) gets a hand off from quarterback Gardner Minshew (10) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Surprising Colts control their playoff destiny entering prime-time showdown with Texans

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Jaylon Jones, right, loses his helmet as he tackles Las Vegas Raiders running back Ameer Abdullah (22) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Taylor, Minshew help Colts stay in AFC playoff chase with 23-20 victory over Raiders

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is stopped by Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) and linebacker Divine Deablo (5) during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 25, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Raiders and Colts square off in matchup that could have major implications in AFC playoff race

Las Vegas Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce speaks during a news conference following of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Monday, Dec. 25, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. The Raiders won 20-14. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Raiders and Colts face a familiar scenario with 2 games left and a high-stakes AFC game on tap

Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert (31) scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Dolphins RB Raheem Mostert was once overlooked. Now, he’s a huge part of Miami’s offense

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields scores past Arizona Cardinals defensive end Jonathan Ledbetter during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Fantasy plays: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 17

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) heads toward the end zone for a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz)

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey, Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb among best bets to score in Week 17 of NFL season

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew (10) is sacked by Atlanta Falcons safety Richie Grant (27) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz)

Colts continue uneven pursuit of playoff berth with one-sided loss to Falcons

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) works in the pockets against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz)

Heinicke lifts Falcons with clean play at quarterback in 29-10 win to cool Colts’ playoff hopes

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew (10) walks on the field following an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Indianapolis Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Surging Colts look to protect their share of AFC South lead against slumping Falcons

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) catches a pass for a first down during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

The Patriots and Packers are still seeking their 1st 100-yard games from a rusher or receiver

Indianapolis Colts running back Tyler Goodson is tackled short of the end zone by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts (50) during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Colts issue 3-game suspensions to two players for conduct detrimental to the team

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) catches a pass before being hit by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee (23) during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. Pittman was injured on the play and Kazee was ejected from the game. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Breakout backup players keeping Colts in playoff hunt

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew, center, looks to pass the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Indianapolis Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Gardner Minshew, Colts bolster playoff chances, beat fading Steelers 30-13

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (11) celebrates after a two-point conversion in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Steelers, Colts put their playoff hopes on the line in a pivotal AFC matchup

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen walks to the sideline in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Minshew can’t extend Colts’ win streak, but playoffs are still within reach