Despite suffering three concussions during the 2025 season and expressing uncertainty about his NFL future, Colts GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen indicate Ward is in a good frame of mind and wants to play in 2026.
Ward had previously stated he might retire if he suffers another concussion, saying, 'The more I beat my brain up, the more it'll affect me as I get older.' In seven games during the 2025 season, Ward allowed a 57% completion rate on 37 targets with seven pass breakups.