Overview
- Indianapolis acquired the All-Pro corner from the Jets for 2026 and 2027 first-round picks and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell.
- In his Colts debut, Gardner logged a team-high 31 coverage snaps, was targeted six times, and helped limit Drake London to two catches for 26 yards as Indy won in overtime to move to 8-2.
- Team sources indicate the move has renewed efforts to re-sign wide receiver Alec Pierce and strengthened internal conviction about Daniel Jones’ long-term future.
- Some executives believe the Colts could explore trading Anthony Richardson to recoup draft capital, a scenario reported as speculation rather than a plan.
- Gardner described the post-trade week as mentally difficult while learning a new playbook and traveling to Germany, and the team confirmed he will wear No. 1.