Colts start preseason against Patriots with positions still unclear
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:36 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts are set to face the New England Patriots in their first preseason game on Thursday night. Fans will observe various position battles, including running back depth and linebacker roles. Key players expected to feature include Giddens, McGowen, and Leonard, while the offensive line's performance will also be scrutinized. Assessment of the kicking competition is anticipated as well, with Grupe seemingly favored to secure the role. Upcoming joint practices may provide more clarity than the game itself.
- •Colts face Patriots in preseason opener on Thursday night.
- •Position battles at running back and linebacker are critical to watch.
- •Giddens and McGowen are competing for RB2 position.
- •Leonard is expected to start at quarterback in game two.
- •Grupe is favored in the kicking competition.
- 5:36 PMYahoo Sports — What will you be focusing on during the Colts first preseason game?
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Aug 12, 2026, 7:33 PMPanthers: McMillan's improved physicality on display
NFL•Aug 12, 2026, 7:25 PMAgent's Take: Why NFL tight ends have been left behind by contract boom, plus 3 stars who could reset market
NFL•Aug 12, 2026, 7:22 PM21 years later, the other side of the story of Aaron Rodgers’ first interception
NFL•Aug 12, 2026, 7:17 PMChiefs' Kelce: I can still 'play at a high level'
NFL•Aug 12, 2026, 7:13 PMEmeka Egbuka limps off at practice, Todd Bowles has no update
NFL•Aug 12, 2026, 7:07 PMCBS sends clear message on Tony Romo’s $180 million broadcast future amid booth reshuffle