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Indianapolis Colts kicker Spencer Shrader will miss the remainder of the 2025 NFL season due to a torn ACL and MCL in his right knee. Veteran kicker Michael Badgley has been signed to replace him.
Key Insights
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Spencer Shrader suffered a season-ending knee injury (torn ACL and MCL) during the Colts' Week 5 game against the Raiders.
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Shrader was having a strong season, leading the league in made field goals (13 of 14).
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Michael Badgley is returning to the Colts to fill the vacant kicker position.
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Badgley previously played for the Colts in 2021, making 18 of 21 field goals.
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The Colts opted for Badgley's experience over younger, unproven kickers.
In-Depth Analysis
The Colts (2021) brought back a familiar face to replace starting kicker Spencer Shrader, who suffered a season-ending torn ACL and MCL in his right knee Sunday on a late hit by Raiders safety Tristin McCollum.
Indianapolis is signing Michael Badgley, multiple sources told IndyStar on Tuesday, after trying out eight kickers on Tuesday morning.
The Colts have plenty of history with Badgley, a likely factor in bringing back a veteran kicker who made 18 of 21 field goals and all 39 extra points to solidify the kicking position for the Colts after an injury to Rodrigo Blankenship at the beginning of the 2021 season.
FAQs
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Q: What injury did Spencer Shrader sustain?
Spencer Shrader tore his ACL and MCL in his right knee.
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Q: Who is replacing Spencer Shrader?
Michael Badgley is replacing Spencer Shrader as the Colts' kicker.
Key Takeaways
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Colts fans should expect Michael Badgley to take over kicking duties.
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Shrader's injury is a significant loss for the Colts' special teams.
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Badgley provides a reliable, experienced option for the Colts.
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