Mike Vanderjagt takes head coach role with Indianapolis Capitols
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Mike Vanderjagt has been named the head coach and general manager of the Indianapolis Capitols, a new team in the Continental Football League. Vanderjagt, a former kicker for the Indianapolis Colts, rejoins the Indianapolis football scene after a lengthy hiatus. The Capitols are preparing for their inaugural season in 2027, and their home games will be held at Grand Park in Westfield. Vanderjagt played eight seasons with the Colts before his NFL career ended in 2006 after a brief stint with the Dallas Cowboys.
- •Vanderjagt spent eight seasons with the Colts before retiring in 2006.
- •The Capitols will compete in the Continental Football League starting in 2027.
- •They previously won the Continental Cup in 1969.
- •Grand Park in Westfield will serve as the Capitols' home venue.
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Vanderjagt named head coach of Continental Football League's Indianapolis Capitols
"Former Indianapolis Colts kicker Mike Vanderjagt joined the Indianapolis Capitols of Continental Football League as head coach
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