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Colts kickers Grupe and Shrader compete for job in training camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 10:44 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Colts kickers Grupe and Shrader compete for job in training camp
Summary

The Indianapolis Colts are seeing competition intensify between kickers Blake Grupe and Spencer Shrader during training camp. Grupe has displayed consistent form, going 6-for-6 in practice sessions, while Shrader has yet to match that performance. In a recent practice, Grupe was again perfect, hitting all six attempts, indicating he may have the edge. Coach Shane Steichen has opted for a rotation of field goal attempts throughout camp, meaning Shrader will need to improve to stay in contention for the kicking position.

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Key Details
  • •Blake Grupe is 12-for-12 on kicks in practice this camp.
  • •Spencer Shrader went 5-for-6 in a recent session.
  • •Grupe outperformed Shrader during open minicamp practices.
  • •Coach Shane Steichen plans to rotate kickers throughout training camp.
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  • 10:44 AMYahoo Sports — Pressure being applied at key position battle for Colts in training camp
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The pressure is being applied at one very important positional battle for the Indianapolis Colts.

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