With Ballard out, Steichen now comes into sharper focus. While he hasn’t been in Indianapolis as long as Ballard, Steichen has yet to guide the team to a playoff appearance as Colts head coach.
The club fell to the winless Tennessee Titans in their most recent game, leaving questions about whether Steichen can maximize the roster, especially after last season’s early surge began to fade. For now, Steichen remains in his role.
Are the Colts Planning to Fire Shane Steichen?
No, Steichen has not been fired, at least not yet. An NFL insider confirmed that Steichen’s job appears secure for the time being.
The Colts sit at 2-4, trailing the Jacksonville Jaguars by two games in the AFC South Division. Given the timing, making an additional coaching and front-office change midseason would have been a bold move, and that likelihood may have influenced the decision to retain Steichen.
Steichen’s position could be scrutinized as the season progresses. If the team doesn’t show meaningful improvement, it could become a focal point for owners and management.
Shane Steichen’s Coaching Record
Steichen is in his fourth year as the Colts’ head coach. The team finished 9-8 in 2023 and missed the playoffs, then repeated the 9-8 record in 2024 with another playoff miss. In 2025, the Colts went 8-9, starting the season 8-2 but finishing with seven consecutive losses after injuries. Through six games into the current season, Steichen’s overall record stands at 27-30.
Before joining the Colts, Steichen held prominent roles as an offensive coordinator with the Los Angeles Chargers and later the Philadelphia Eagles. Since his arrival, Indianapolis’s offense has generally hovered around the middle of the pack.
If Steichen doesn’t show noticeable improvement soon, the possibility of additional changes within the organization could become a topic of discussion.
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