Colts insider highlights Sauce Gardner's impact for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:13 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
ESPN Colts beat reporter Stephen Holder identified Sauce Gardner's presence as a key factor for the Indianapolis Colts in 2026. After a limited 2025 season due to injury, Gardner is motivated to return to All-Pro form, which could enhance the team's defensive strategy. Gardner, acquired via trade from the New York Jets, showcased his potential in limited action, allowing just a 54% completion rate. His ability to match up against top wide receivers provides flexibility for defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo as game plans are developed.
- •Sauce Gardner traded to the Colts from the Jets
- •Limited to four games last season due to a calf injury
- •Allowed a 54% completion rate with three pass breakups
- •Hopes to regain All-Pro status in 2026
- •Provides defensive flexibility for Colts' game plans
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