Colts Earn Mostly Positive Marks in 2026 NFLPA Report Card

The team's leadership and facilities receive high grades, despite average overall ranking.

Feb. 27, 2026 at 3:37am

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The Indianapolis Colts' 2026 NFLPA team report card shows the organization earning mostly positive marks, with strong grades for ownership, management, and coaching staff, as well as their strength and nutrition programs. However, the team's overall ranking of 17th out of 32 NFL clubs indicates they still have room for improvement, particularly when it comes to their home playing field at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Why it matters

The NFLPA report card provides valuable insight into how NFL players view the working conditions, resources, and leadership of each franchise. While the Colts' middle-of-the-pack overall ranking suggests they are not a top-tier organization, the high marks in key areas demonstrate the team is headed in the right direction under new ownership and management.

The details

The Colts received an 'A' grade for their team ownership, general manager, and head coach, as well as an 'A' for their strength coaches and a 'B+' for their defensive coordinator. However, the team's home field at Lucas Oil Stadium was given a 'D' grade, continuing concerns over the playing surface. Despite the poor field rating, the Colts' players gave high marks to the team's nutrition program and training staff.

  • The NFLPA survey is conducted annually.
  • The Colts installed new artificial turf at Lucas Oil Stadium in July 2024.

The players

Carlie Irsay-Gordon

The Colts' team owner and CEO, who has brought new energy and perspective to the franchise since taking over from her late father.

Chris Ballard

The Colts' general manager, who has been lauded for his candor and loyalty in retaining the team's own players.

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What’s next

The Colts will need to continue addressing concerns over their home playing field in order to improve their overall NFLPA ranking in future years.

The takeaway

The Colts' positive marks in key areas like ownership, management, and player resources suggest the team is heading in the right direction, but they will need to find solutions to improve their home field conditions in order to fully satisfy their players and climb the NFLPA rankings.