Colts kickers Grupe and Shrader finalize preseason competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:44 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Blake Grupe and Spencer Shrader of the Indianapolis Colts reacted after competing in their final preseason matchup against the Detroit Lions on August 29, 2026. In the game, Grupe connected on field goals from 46 and 36 yards, while Shrader made a 60-yard kick. Both kickers expressed confidence in their performances as the Colts’ coaching staff prepares to choose the starting kicker. Special teams coordinator Brian Mason mentioned that in-game performance would be crucial in the final decision-making process.
- •Colts lost 25-16 to the Lions on August 29.
- •Grupe made field goals of 46 and 36 yards.
- •Shrader hit a 60-yard field goal after halftime.
- •Both kickers had strong performances during preseason.
- •Final roster decision will determine the starting kicker.
- 12:44 AMYahoo Sports — Colts kickers Blake Grupe, Spencer Shrader react after final battle
"Blake Grupe and Spencer Shrader discussed the Colts’ kicker competition after making their final preseason cases against the Lions.
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