Colts' Quenton Nelson provides update on contract extension talks
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 12:12 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Colts offensive guard Quenton Nelson has not engaged in contract extension discussions with the team's management as he prepares for his ninth NFL season. Nelson, an All-Pro, expressed contentment with his current situation and stated that contract matters are handled by his agent and the front office. Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon indicated a willingness to negotiate extensions for key players like Nelson, Jonathan Taylor, and DeForest Buckner. Nelson's current deal, signed in 2022, was worth $80 million, and potentially higher contracts for guards have emerged since then. He emphasized his dedication to winning as the team's focus moving forward.
- •Quenton Nelson has not discussed a contract extension with the Colts.
- •Nelson is grateful to be part of the team and focused on winning.
- •Irsay-Gordon expressed interest in extending key franchise players.
- •Nelson's current contract averages $20 million per year.
- •Colts aim to avoid missing the playoffs again in 2026.
- 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — Colts' Quenton Nelson on contract talks: 'Haven't had any discussions. That's not up to me'
- 11:50 PMYahoo Sports — Colts' Quenton Nelson on contract extension talks in training camp
"Colts star offensive guard Quenton Nelson says he hasn't had any talks with the Indianapolis front office regarding a possible contract extension.
"Have the Colts and Quenton Nelson had any contract extension talks? Here's what Nelson had to say.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 12:12 AMColts' Quenton Nelson on contract talks: 'Haven't had any discussions. That's not up to me'
Colts star offensive guard Quenton Nelson says he hasn't had any talks with the Indianapolis front office regarding a possible contract extension.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 11:50 PMColts' Quenton Nelson on contract extension talks in training camp
Have the Colts and Quenton Nelson had any contract extension talks? Here's what Nelson had to say.
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