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- ↑ "2023 Indianapolis Colts media guide". Colts.com. pp. 524–542. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
- ↑ "Indianapolis Colts Career Passing Leaders". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
- ↑ "Indianapolis Colts Career Receiving Leaders". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
- ↑ "Indianapolis Colts Career Rushing Leaders". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
