Nobody -- nobody -- wanted it to end this way. Not you or me. Not Indianapolis Colts fans, who are sure to be divided -- many of them irate -- about the franchise's decision to part ways with Peyton Manning. Not Manning himself. Not owner Jim Irsay, who undoubtedly will be the recipient of the aforementioned fan ire. Not Indianapolis Star columnist Bob Kravitz, who was among … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts make heartbreaking but necessary decision to release Peyton Manning
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Colts Owner Tweets: New Coach to be Named Next week
Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay seems to break a lot of news on his Twitter account. All season long, it was the source for breaking news on Peyton Manning health/potential future with the organization. And now the tweets tell us the Colts will have a new head coach in place next week. Irsay made the announcement on his Twitter account Saturday. … [Read more...] about Colts Owner Tweets: New Coach to be Named Next week
Indianapolis Colts’ New GM Faces Decision on Jim Caldwell
We're nearly five days into the Ryan Grigson era in Indianapolis, and the Colts' new general manager should be about ready to make the call on the first of many crucial decisions this offseason. Grigson, the former director of player personnel with the Philadelphia Eagles and an Indiana native (Purdue alum), is expected to decide either today or in the next couple of days … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts’ New GM Faces Decision on Jim Caldwell
Eventful Two Days Lead to Clean House for Indianapolis Colts
Wow. Never mind suggesting what an emotionally draining season 2011 has been for the Indianapolis Colts. The last two days have been taxing enough. Entering Sunday's season finale at Jacksonville, the Colts were a once-proud franchise fallen from grace, a putrid roster bereft of its four-time MVP quarterback to mask its deficiencies and a trainwreck of an organization at … [Read more...] about Eventful Two Days Lead to Clean House for Indianapolis Colts
Spreading the Blame for the Indianapolis Colts’ 0-8 Start
The Indianapolis Colts are winless for half a season. Sunday's 27-10 loss at Tennessee dropped the Colts to 0-8, a record they've not seen since 1997, and the final score has left Indy outscored 89-17 over their last four halves of play. Everyone figured the Colts would struggle without quarterback Peyton Manning, but who thought it would be THIS bad? One thing is for … [Read more...] about Spreading the Blame for the Indianapolis Colts’ 0-8 Start
Indianapolis Colts-Washington Redskins Preseason Primer
The Indianapolis Colts will defend their home turf for the first time this season. Well, sort of. That's really to say the team will get to see if the young players it's counting on in 2011 are up to defending the home turf when the games matter as the Colts welcome the Washington Redskins to Lucas Oil Stadium in preseason action at 8 p.m. … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts-Washington Redskins Preseason Primer
What a Turn of Events for Indianapolis Colts
The only post-NFL lockout hangup for the Indianapolis Colts seemed to be signing quarterback Peyton Manning to that record deal owner Jim Irsay promised him before the league shut down. Now the 132-day work stoppage is over, and Manning's new contract didn't break any records on the whole -- at his request. Manning and the Colts agreed to terms Saturday on a five-year, … [Read more...] about What a Turn of Events for Indianapolis Colts
Addressing Indianapolis Colts Concerns in 2011 Offseason
Now that I have established my position on the Jim Caldwell issue, it's time to look at what the Colts should address this coming offseason. Obviously, the personnel decisions begin with quarterback Peyton Manning, whose $98 million contract is due to expire. Colts owner Jim Irsay has repeatedly expressed his desire to make Manning a Colt for life and the league's … [Read more...] about Addressing Indianapolis Colts Concerns in 2011 Offseason
Indianapolis Colts win NFL week 15 Offensive Line Award
Anchored behind the powerful protection of their offensive line, the Indianapolis Colts played one of their most complete games of the season, jumping out to an early lead and holding off a late Jacksonville rally for a 34-24 victory Sunday afternoon at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Colts now join the list of this year’s contenders for the 2nd annual Madden Most … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts win NFL week 15 Offensive Line Award