Charvarius Ward - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

No timeline for return Colts general manager Chris Ballard told reporters Tuesday that Ward (back) does not have a timeline for return, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ward has not practiced in training camp due to a back issue that also prevented him from participating in minicamp in June. He's unlikely to play in Thursday's preseason opener against New England, and it remains to be seen whether Ward will suit up for any of the Colts' exhibition games. Cam Taylor-Britt (suspension), Mekhi Blackmon and Johnathan Edwards will all see more reps with the first-team defense at outside cornerback for as long as Ward is sidelined.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Colts leaving Charvarius Ward home raises an uncomfortable question For the Indianapolis Colts to reach the playoffs, they need an improved defense. For that to happen, Charvarius Ward needs to be healthy. Th...

AUGUST 11 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Sauce Gardner and Bryce Boettcher on energy across the defense | 2026 Training camp media availability Sauce Gardner discusses taking the field with Charvarius Ward, the energy across the secondary and his personal growth mindset. Rookie lineb...

AUGUST 8 • COLTS.COM

2-Minute Drill: Sauce Gardner & Charvarius Ward off to a fast start With Sauce Gardner and Charvarius Ward Sr. healthy and on the field together, the Colts' cornerback duo is already making its presence felt....

AUGUST 2 • COLTS.COM

Recovers from back issue Ward is particpating in the Colts' training camp activities, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ward did not participate in the Colts' minicamp in early June due to back tightness. The cornerback has since recovered from the issue and found a new purpose that has reinvigorated his passion for football. The 30-year-old truly believes the Colts can be the best secondary in the NFL and wants to help lead the team there.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Colts' Charvarius Ward just proved why he is worth rooting for Sometimes with football, it is easy to forget the players are real human beings too. Indianapolis Colts' Charvarius Ward just reminded fans...

JULY 30 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Colts might have a perfect trade partner to avoid Charvarius Ward risk With the Detroit Lions in desperate need of another cornerback, the Indianapolis Colts might have the perfect opportunity to move on from Ch...

JULY 4 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Charvarius Ward just told Colts fans what to expect from Sauce Gardner duo The Indianapolis Colts have a top-tier cornerback duo, but Charvarius Ward knows they have to come through on the field.

JUNE 29 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Indianapolis Colts may have made a huge Charvarius Ward mistake As great a player as Charvarius Ward is, the Indianapolis Colts might be putting too much faith in a player who may not be able to play a fu...

JUNE 20 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Tending to back tightness Ward (back) did not participate during the Colts' minicamp Tuesday, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Impact The issue is not considered serious, and per Chappell, Ward may return to the practice field as soon as Wednesday. The veteran figures to be a key piece of an Indianapolis defense hoping for a rebound in 2026.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Charvarius Ward Opens Up About Challenges Faced During First Year With Colts Indianapolis Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward Sr. is itching to remind folks across the league that he's one of the best at his position. Hi...

MAY 23 • SI.COM

Ready to continue NFL career Ward (concussion) is present for OTAs and has decided to continue his football career after contemplating retirement, ESPN.com's Stephen Holder reports.

Impact Ward's last two seasons were a nightmare even though he largely remained effective when on the field. His daughter passed away in October 2024, during his final season with the 49ers, and Ward then played just seven games in 2025 for the Colts while spending most of the season in concussion protocol. He spoke with reporters Wednesday for the first time since the end of the 2025 campaign, confirming that he's back with the Colts for another season and has high hopes for a secondary that also features CB Sauce Gardner. The Colts recently released long-time slot corner Kenny Moore, unwilling to commit three starter-level contracts to the same position long-term.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Cam Taylor-Britt's signing won't affect Colts' Charvarius Ward's retirement plans Even though Cam Taylor-Britt's arrival may have pushed Charvarius Ward out the door, it looks like the Indianapolis Colts veteran isn't goin...

MARCH 19 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Latest Colts signing raises big questions about Charvarius Ward The Indianapolis Colts didn't seem to need a new outside cornerback, but the team signed one in free agency. What does that mean about Charv...

MARCH 17 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Colts' Derrick Nnadi signing may reveal something huge about Charvarius Ward Indianapolis Colts signing Derrick Nnadi might be a bit under the radar, but maybe not for cornerback Charvarius Ward.

MARCH 14 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

The Charvarius Ward update Colts fans needed to hear While speaking to the media, Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard delivered a Charvarius Ward update that will please many Indy...

FEBRUARY 25 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Colts may have a $38 million answer to potential Charvarius Ward retirement The Indianapolis Colts might be faced with Charvarius Ward retiring, but the team could have an easy answer.

JANUARY 12 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

The Top Offseason Goal for Every NFL Team That Missed the Playoffs

What do the 18 teams who missed the NFL playoffs need to do in order to make the postseason next year? Here's our No. 1 offseason goal for a...

JANUARY 9 • FOX SPORTS

The Top Offseason Goal for Every NFL Team That Missed the Playoffs

GM Chris Ballard plans to spend offseason finding solutions to Colts late-season woes

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard skipped the excuses during his end of season news conference

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Ballard, Steichen getting another chance from Colts owners despite second-half collapse

Indianapolis Colts co-owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon liked what she saw the first 10 games

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Considering retirement Ward (concussion) said after Sunday's game that he is considering retirement due to lingering concussion symptoms, Nathan Brown reports.

Impact The eighth-year pro suffered his third concussion of the season in Week 14 against Jacksonville, which ultimately caused him to miss the Colts' final four games of the season. This adds to the previous six games Ward missed due to concussions in Week 1 and Week 6. The 29-year-old mentioned debilitating headaches and lingering symptoms adding to his possible retirement decision, saying, "If I walk away, I won't regret it." Ward has 460 tackles (338 solo), including 1.0 sacks, 77 pass breakups, with 10 interceptions, and three forced fumbles through his career.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Colts veteran defender is considering retirement for health reasons | Sporting News Indianapolis Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward admitted he is considering retirement after the 2025 season because of health concerns.

JANUARY 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Colts need to start contemplating future following playoff elimination

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen wants to stay focused on the present

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Trevor Lawrence and AFC South-leading Jaguars seek season sweep of skidding Colts

The skidding Jacksonville Jaguars sit atop the AFC South and they're seeking a season sweep of the skidding Indianapolis Colts

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Colts' late-season collapse puts them on cusp of missing playoffs

Philip Rivers gave the Indianapolis Colts a chance Monday night

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

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