Braden Smith - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Braden Smith may regret leaving Colts sooner than expected Former Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Braden Smith will learn how tough life can be with the Houston Texans.

MARCH 23 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Texans' Braden Smith Explains Why Houston Was Right Fit The Texans' newest offensive tackle reveals why he signed to Houston of all places.

MARCH 17 • SI.COM

New Texans RT Braden Smith gives emphatic statement on "exciting" exit from the Colts New Texans offensive tackle Braden Smith is "excited" to join his former AFC South opponent.

MARCH 11 • TOROTIMES.COM

Brad Holmes blows massive opportunity as Lions watch Texans sign stud tackle Braden Smith was just signed for cheap, and it's a bit of a stain on the Lions' 2026 free agency.

MARCH 11 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Grade the Signing: Texans Land Colts' Braden Smith on 2-Year Deal The Houston Texans made their first big outside acquisition for the offensive line on day two of free agency bysigning Indianapolis Colts ta...

MARCH 10 • SI.COM

Signing with Houston Smith agreed to terms Tuesday on a contract with the Texans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Smith is set to sign a two-year, $25 million deal, including $13.5 million fully guaranteed. The Texans will be acquiring one of the top tackles on the market to help protect C.J. Stroud as the team attempts to take the AFC South back from the Jaguars.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Texans strengthen OL, weaken AFC South Rival by grabbing key RT on 2-year deal The Houston Texans just acquired former Indianapolis Colts tackle Braden Smith on a two-year contract.

MARCH 10 • TOROTIMES.COM

2026 Free agent preview: Braden Smith View some of the best photos from Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith's 2025 season.

MARCH 9 • COLTS.COM

Giants Urged to Sign this Pending Free-agent Offensive Lineman If the New York Giants can't re-sign Jermaine Eluemunor, would Braden Smith of the Colts be a good option?

MARCH 9 • SI.COM

NFC South team might scheme to steal Colts' Braden Smith The Indianapolis Colts could lose former second-round pick Braden Smith to an NFC South up-and-coming team when free agency begins.

MARCH 7 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

NFL Free Agent Offensive Linemen: The Top 10 OL Available This Offseason

Who are the best offensive linemen set to become free agents this offseason? Here's our top 10 list.

FEBRUARY 12 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Free Agent Offensive Linemen: The Top 10 OL Available This Offseason

2025 Colts Rookie Review: Jalen Travis on adapting to playing right tackle, overall growth as a rookie Travis started the final four games of the 2025 season, primarily filling in for Braden Smith at right tackle – a position Travis hadn't pla...

JANUARY 14 • COLTS.COM

Colts fans might get to see a Jacoby Brissett-Braden Smith reunion If Colts' free agent-to-be Braden Smith goes to a tackle-needy team, he could be blocking for Jacoby Brissett, just as he did in his second...

JANUARY 9 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Longtime Colts fan favorite could be approaching the end in Indianapolis Braden Smith has been a steady presence for the Indianapolis Colts, on and off the field, but his future in Indy is uncertain.

JANUARY 3 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Colts activate Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner for a crucial Monday night game against the 49ers

Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner was activated off injured reserve and will play Monday night when the Indianapolis Colts face the San Francisco 49ers

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

49ers look to lock up playoff spot as Rivers tries to keep the Colts in the playoff discussion

The Indianapolis Colts and San Francisco 49ers understand the stakes Monday night

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Colts and 49ers head into a key Monday night matchup chasing different playoff aspirations

The Indianapolis Colts are just trying to get into the playoffs

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Colts may need more aggressive game plan for Philip Rivers if they want to salvage their season

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen prefers playing the aggressor

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Shifts to IR Smith (concussion/neck) was placed on the injured reserve list Saturday.

Impact The veteran offensive lineman from Auburn has been a mainstay on the Colts' offensive line since entering the league in 2018, starting 105 games. Smith is now set to miss Indianapolis' next four contests, which means he'll be sidelined until at least the end of the regular season. In his absence, 2025 fourth-round pick Jalen Travis is expected to start at right tackle.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Smith (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Smith sustained a concussion in the Colts' Week 14 loss to the Jaguars and was unable to clear the league's five-step protocol in time for Sunday's contest. Jalen Travis will likely start at right tackle in Smith's place against a fearsome Seahawks defensive front.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks' stout defense preparing for Colts' 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers

The Seahawks have a defense that is firing on all cylinders, having yielded only nine points over its last two games, both lopsided wins for Seattle

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Braden Smith's courage award feels significant for the Colts this season Braden Smith’s recognition feels especially powerful in a season where mental health has meant more than ever to the Colts.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Doesn't practice Wednesday Smith (concussion) didn't participate in Indianapolis' practice Wednesday, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Impact Smith sustained a concussion during the Week 14 loss to the Jaguars and will have to clear the league's concussion protocol before he's eligible to return. If the 29-year-old ends up being unable to play Sunday versus the Seahawks, Jalen Travis would likely start at right tackle in his place.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shane Steichen says Braden Smith, Charvarius Ward Sr. both in concussion protocol This marks the third time Ward has been placed in concussion protocol this season.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Diagnosed with concussion Smith has entered the league's concussion protocol and has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact With Smith done for the day, Jalen Travis will take over at right tackle for the rest of Sunday's game. Smith will need to clear the league's concussion protocol in order to be available for the Colts' Week 15 tilt against the Seahawks on Sunday, Dec. 14.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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