Go Colts.

[Tak_a_Tak]

It's true. I'm pretty turned on by the picture. Not gonna lie.



:haha

You don't have to go that far...

[dre2142]

green bay :lol :lol :lol

i'm not saying they aren't good, but they are one of the worst 8-1 teams i've ever seen.

Green Bay opponents this season have a combined 38-43 record
Indianapolis opponents this season have a combined 47-34 record



Well, by those standards, the Patriots opponents this season have a combined 39-42 record.....only one more win than the Packers opponents.

Patriots over-rated then? :):)

Pats, GB, and Colts have allowed 147, 142, and 159 points respectively.
Pats, GB, and COlts have scored 355, 228, and 265 points respectively.

Sorry, but Green Bay is better than you seem to think.

[dmbgodagirl41]

I am gonna say this: all my Indy friends have been bitching and moaning about the fact that they have so many injuries.

The Patriots had to rely on RECHE CALDWELL last year in the AFC championship game as the prime receiving target. Shut up.

[dmbhoosier21]

Well, by those standards, the Patriots opponents this season have a combined 39-42 record.....only one more win than the Packers opponents.

Patriots over-rated then? :):)

Pats, GB, and Colts have allowed 147, 142, and 159 points respectively.
Pats, GB, and COlts have scored 355, 228, and 265 points respectively.

I think his point is that there is an obvious disparity in the overall talent level between the AFC and the NFC. I'm not saying that Dallas or GB are not contenders b/c I believe they are, but to crown these two teams above Indy based on one game - a game where the Colts were obviously far from full strength is quite premature.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Oh, I'm gonna keep bitching about the injuries (that and special teams), but what you won't hear out of me is using that as a reason for not being able to win. I think there is a difference.

[dmbhoosier21]

I am gonna say this: all my Indy friends have been bitching and moaning about the fact that they have so many injuries.

The Patriots had to rely on RECHE CALDWELL last year in the AFC championship game as the prime receiving target. Shut up.

To be fair the Colts roster is pretty decimated on both sides of the ball.

And it's not even the level of talent but there's players on the field who have no clue what they are doing, the Colts were huddling up last night on a consistent basis; they haven't done that for years. Thus it isn't just the level of talent but also players who are not familiar with the offense and Manning.

But the Colts did not lose b/c of injuries - I have said that from the beginning. You play with what you have, period.

[dmbgodagirl41]

Oh, I'm gonna keep bitching about the injuries (that and special teams), but what you won't hear out of me is using that as a reason for not being able to win. I think there is a difference.
I agree. While a lot of injuries DEFINTELY will affect how a team plays or it's ability to do well, you shouldn't blame a loss 100% on injuries.

[OneSwtWld34]

Well, by those standards, the Patriots opponents this season have a combined 39-42 record.....only one more win than the Packers opponents.

Patriots over-rated then? :):)

Pats, GB, and Colts have allowed 147, 142, and 159 points respectively.
Pats, GB, and COlts have scored 355, 228, and 265 points respectively.

Sorry, but Green Bay is better than you seem to think.

THANK YOU!!!!

[dmbhoosier21]

I agree. While a lot of injuries DEFINTELY will affect how a team plays or it's ability to do well, you shouldn't blame a loss 100% on injuries.

We haven't....but I'm sure there are Colts fans out there who does. Every fan base of every team will always have a faction who will bitch.

[Tak_a_Tak]

THANK YOU!!!!

homer

[Tak_a_Tak]

We haven't....but I'm sure there are Colts fans out there who does. Every fan base of every team will always have a faction who will bitch.

or be total jerks/assholes.

[dmbhoosier21]

or be total jerks/assholes.

pretty much.

[dmbgodagirl41]

is it wrong that I think it's lame to base how "good" a team is on how shitty the rest of it's division is?

Just because the AFC east is crap-tastic, doesnt mean New England is overrated. It'd be one thing if they beat those teams by 3 or 6 points, but it's another when they beat them by 84085.

/end hijack.

[dmbhoosier21]

is it wrong that I think it's lame to base how "good" a team is on how shitty the rest of it's division is?

Just because the AFC east is crap-tastic, doesnt mean New England is overrated. It'd be one thing if they beat those teams by 3 or 6 points, but it's another when they beat them by 84085.

/end hijack.

Can't penalize a team based on their schedule, that's out of their control. Plus just like you said, not like NE has been barely squeeking (sp?) by these teams so........

[1eyed_jack]

Well, by those standards, the Patriots opponents this season have a combined 39-42 record.....only one more win than the Packers opponents.

Patriots over-rated then? :):)



absolutely

[dmbhoosier21]

absolutely

:eek Here comes Katie.

[Tak_a_Tak]

is it wrong that I think it's lame to base how "good" a team is on how shitty the rest of it's division is?

Just because the AFC east is crap-tastic, doesnt mean New England is overrated. It'd be one thing if they beat those teams by 3 or 6 points, but it's another when they beat them by 84085.

/end hijack.

I don't think it's wrong at all. I think it's a good base line to judge a team by how good/bad their division is. With that being said, even as bad the AFC East is, I think we all know that Pats are a really really good team. Plus, Collinsworth said they're the best ever, so that's all ya need.

[dmbhoosier21]

Plus, Collinsworth said they're the best ever, so that's all ya need.

End of discussion.

[dmbgodagirl41]

:eek Here comes Katie.

Eh, he's allowed to think that. He's mentally challenged and likes 3EB.:D

[dmbgodagirl41]

I don't think it's wrong at all. I think it's a good base line to judge a team by how good/bad their division is. With that being said, even as bad the AFC East is, I think we all know that Pats are a really really good team. Plus, Collinsworth said they're the best ever, so that's all ya need.
Okay, more "is it wrong".

Is it wrong that I wanted to kick Madden in the teeth last night when he said, "I'm not sure if the refs know or not, but a Colts player is not the ground!"?

uhhhhhhh.......

[dmbhoosier21]

Okay, more "is it wrong".

Is it wrong that I wanted to kick Madden in the teeth last night when he said, "I'm not sure if the refs know or not, but a Colts player is not the ground!"?

uhhhhhhh.......

:lol He also said when the Colts were like 3 yards from the endzone "The Colts at some point will have to take a shot at the endzone"

they were at the 3 yard line :freak.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Ya, those refs were really bad last night. On both sides of the ball, they missed a lot of calls/ called things wrong.

[OneSwtWld34]

Ya, those refs were really bad last night. On both sides of the ball, they missed a lot of calls/ called things wrong.

Yep.. blame it on the refs!! :D

Although it is the refs fault that Green Bay isn't 9-0...

[dmbgodagirl41]

:lol He also said when the Colts were like 3 yards from the endzone "The Colts at some point will have to take a shot at the endzone"

they were at the 3 yard line :freak.

i have a theory. if i end up working at ESPN and i come across John Madden in the hallway and just round-house kick him in the face, I'd be the most popular person in the US among sports fans.

operation: foot-to-teeth......

[dmbgodagirl41]

Yep.. blame it on the refs!! :D

Although it is the refs fault that Green Bay isn't 9-0...

Green bay? Whats with the avatar and location? TRAITOR! :p

[Tak_a_Tak]

Yep.. blame it on the refs!! :D

Although it is the refs fault that Green Bay isn't 9-0...

Listen bald-ie, I didn't blame the game on the refs, I only made the statement that they had a lot of bad calls last night. ON BOTH SIDES.

[Tak_a_Tak]

homer

Green bay? Whats with the avatar and location? TRAITOR! :p

I rest my case.

[dmbgodagirl41]

I rest my case.

:lol that's like me having Ray Lewis as my avatar. GROSS!

[Tak_a_Tak]

:lol that's like me having Ray Lewis as my avatar. GROSS!

:lol

You could get an animated one, one with him doing that stupid little dance that he does!!

[OneSwtWld34]

Green bay? Whats with the avatar and location? TRAITOR! :p

I live in Indy, so that's my location... I was born and bred north of the Cheddar Curtain! In Favre We Trust!!

My avatar is for Bears fans cause they lost the Super Bowl last year. I have access to the Super Bowl ring so I took a pic. I should change it...

[OneSwtWld34]

:lol that's like me having Ray Lewis as my avatar. GROSS!

The Packers and the Colts have no rivalry at all.. that's a big difference!

[Tak_a_Tak]

I live in Indy, so that's my location... I was born and bred north of the Cheddar Curtain! In Favre We Trust!!

My avatar is for Bears fans cause they lost the Super Bowl last year. I have access to the Super Bowl ring so I took a pic. I should change it...

Is there still room on that bandwagon for you?

[Heavy As Stone]

i have a theory. if i end up working at ESPN and i come across John Madden in the hallway and just round-house kick him in the face, I'd be the most popular person in the US among sports fans.

operation: foot-to-teeth......

This post is in reply to the above quote and other posts regarding Madden in the last page or so.

I honestly really like the Madden/Michaels combo for commentary. I find them entertaining, and they make an effort to be as unbiased as possible, particularly when compared to other commentators.

That being said, I seriously think Madden was doing some drinking last night. I even said to my wife at one point: "Do you think Madden is drunk?" Come on John, how many times are you going to butcher the name Toudouze? First time, ok, its a weird name. I'll give you that one. Second time, ok, he's getting old. We'll give you that one too. But the rest of the night? Oh well. I still like him.

On a sidenote, the WORST commentators of any network have to be ESPN. Both for college and for NFL. They seriously make me want to put it on mute.

[dmbgodagirl41]

:lol

You could get an animated one, one with him doing that stupid little dance that he does!!

This?
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d152/katiebrady12/stopthatchicken.gif

oh wait.

[chr35919]

teh suckx

[Tak_a_Tak]

This?
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d152/katiebrady12/stopthatchicken.gif

oh wait.

:eek

:ugh

[OneSwtWld34]

I can't believe this hasn't been mentioned yet...

The Colts picked up DE Simeon Rice off waivers today

[dmbhoosier21]

I can't believe this hasn't been mentioned yet...

The Colts picked up DE Simeon Rice off waivers today

:eek Link?

I'm assuming they did this b/c Freeney is injured....son of a bitch.

[thebestauntie]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3107196&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines

[dmbhoosier21]

Fuck, Freeney is gonna be out for a "significant" amount of time. :BANG

Just need to win the division and head into the playoffs healthy.

[thebestauntie]

And how long is Marvin out for?

[dmbhoosier21]

And how long is Marvin out for?

Who the hell knows....it was initially a 'minor' knee injury. :BANG

[thebestauntie]

Who the hell knows....it was initially a 'minor' knee injury. :BANG
Damn, that sucks for the Colts. But Addai is still healthy right?

[dmbhoosier21]

Damn, that sucks for the Colts. But Addai is still healthy right?

For now, but the way things are going .... who knows.

[thebestauntie]

For now, but the way things are going .... who knows.
Thank goodness for that. But where the heck was he last night?

[dmbhoosier21]

Thank goodness for that. But where the heck was he last night?

Wondering why Manning kept trying to win the game all by himself.

[thebestauntie]

Wondering why Manning kept trying to win the game all by himself.
No kidding.

[Heavy As Stone]

We'll see what Rice can do. I hope he does a heck of a lot more than he did for Denver.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I'll say the same thing I said when we picked up Simon. There's got to be a real good reason why the other team is willing to let him go. I hope this works out, but I'm not all that excited right now.

[dmbhoosier21]

I'll say the same thing I said when we picked up Simon. There's got to be a real good reason why the other team is willing to let him go. I hope this works out, but I'm not all that excited right now.

I agree. Do you know the terms of the deal; have they released this info yet?

We do have Sanders and Clark as FA after this season.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I don't know anything about the deal, but if by picking him up keeps us from resigning Sanders, I'm burning all my Colts gear.

[dmbhoosier21]

I don't know anything about the deal, but if by picking him up keeps us from resigning Sanders, I'm burning all my Colts gear.

No, I'm sure (hope) they kept the whole FA situation in mind when they made this deal. Polian is not that stupid.......no one can be that stupid - at least I hope not.

[Tak_a_Tak]

With the season Sanders and Clark have had, I would tend to think Polian will put them 1 and 2 on the list of things to get done.

I'm sure they didn't give up much to sign this guy. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad we'll have some experience in there with the Spin Machine on the sideline, but I'll wait and see how quick he is on the field.

[SmoothD41]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3108696

:lorraine:lorraine:lorraine:lorraine

[dmbhoosier21]

are the colts still the 2nd best team in the NFL?

Considering all the injuries - as of right now - no.

I'll say Pitt.

[dmbmuskie]

I think you guys are still the second best, maybe the best.

You guys are following a very similar path to that of the 2005 Steelers, assuming everyone gets healthy. The Freeney injury would be worrisome, but I don't put much stock in ESPN. Eli Manning and Alex Smith were supposedly out for the year according to the boys in Bristol.

[dmbhoosier21]

I think you guys are still the second best, maybe the best.

You guys are following a very similar path to that of the 2005 Steelers, assuming everyone gets healthy. The Freeney injury would be worrisome, but I don't put much stock in ESPN. Eli Manning and Alex Smith were supposedly out for the year according to the boys in Bristol.

If Freeney is lost for the season - that hurts ...... alot.

I'll take a healthy Colts team over any team, but damn is the team banged up :BANG

[jaking1185]

Freeney put on IR:

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7446862?MSNHPHMA

That really sucks.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Fuck...

Three-Time Pro Bowl Defensive End Placed on Injured Reserve


http://www.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=article7&news_id=c3e22e35-a839-457b-ac16-744d17b6bdea

[dmbhoosier21]

Fuck...




http://www.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=article7&news_id=c3e22e35-a839-457b-ac16-744d17b6bdea

FUCK :BANG

This sucks. That defense was flying around too even with all the injuries to the LBs. I hope Simeon Rice still has some left in his tank. Our defense relies on putting pressure on the QB with just the front four.......son of a bitch, this sucks.

[thebestauntie]

So who the heck is still healthy for the Colts?

[dmbhoosier21]

So who the heck is still healthy for the Colts?

Hard telling. :BANG

The defense is basically in shambles. I don't know about the availability of our LBs or Brock.

Still don't know about Marvin, Ugoh, A. Gonzales.

Although I'm sure Clark will be back in the lineup ..... maybe.

[chr35919]

i wonder what is really wrong with harrison's knee

[dmbhoosier21]

i wonder what is really wrong with harrison's knee

"Minor" injury according to the team......a few weeks ago. :BANG

[thebestauntie]

"Minor" injury according to the team......a few weeks ago. :BANG
If this trend continues, I've got room in my wagon for you Mike. ;)

[Tak_a_Tak]

So who the heck is still healthy for the Colts?

I think Hunter Smith is about it.

:shrug

[Tak_a_Tak]

If this trend continues, I've got room in my wagon for you Mike. ;)

:thumbsdow

Never!!







:)

[thebestauntie]

I think Hunter Smith is about it.

:shrug
The punter? Now that's sad.
:thumbsdow

Never!!







:)
Awww, there's room for you too Tak! :hug

[dmbhoosier21]

If this trend continues, I've got room in my wagon for you Mike. ;)

:haha

As much as I'm sure I'd enjoy your company on the said bandwagon.........gonna have to pass :lol

[Tak_a_Tak]

:haha

As much as I'm sure I'd enjoy your company on the said bandwagon.........gonna have to pass :lol

At least the two of us can still get together and talk about all that could have been....

[dmbhoosier21]

At least the two of us can still get together and talk about all that could have been....

........:shrug

hopin' Polian pulls something out of his ass........Jason Taylor maybe?

I know I've read something about Taylor not being happy over there. Although not sure which side he plays.

[Tak_a_Tak]

........:shrug

hopin' Polian pulls something out of his ass........Jason Taylor maybe?

I know I've read something about Taylor not being happy over there. Although not sure which side he plays.

Only problem there is who you gonna give up? Got to give something up in order to get someone that good.

[dmbmuskie]

Ouch

[dmbhoosier21]

Only problem there is who you gonna give up? Got to give something up in order to get someone that good.

I don't know. I know it's alot harder to pull off a trade in the NFL compared to the other leagues, but we need an end that can put pressure on the QB

maybe a few draft picks?

[Tak_a_Tak]

Ya, see...I don't like the idea of giving up draft picks for aging players. I dunno, maybe David is not as old as I think he is. At this point, I don't know what to do...we need people that can play that's for sure.

[OneSwtWld34]

Tak...

You going to the game Sunday??

The boss just gave me 2 tickets.. I'm very interested in tailgating if you're going to be out there!

[chr35919]

and he's out for the season...
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3110140

..ouch

[Tak_a_Tak]

Tak...

You going to the game Sunday??

The boss just gave me 2 tickets.. I'm very interested in tailgating if you're going to be out there!

:shrug

No, this is one game I had planed to sell. Non-division game and all that...

[Tak_a_Tak]

and he's out for the season...
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3110140

..ouch

Damn! you scared the shit out of me!! That info was posted yesterday....then you just posted it again and I thought for sure it was going to be Clark or something...

[dmbhoosier21]

Ya, see...I don't like the idea of giving up draft picks for aging players. I dunno, maybe David is not as old as I think he is. At this point, I don't know what to do...we need people that can play that's for sure.

I see your point, but there is such a small window for NFL teams. The Colts have been fortunate to be this good for so long ...... losing Freeney for the whole season is such a huge blow :BANG

The Colts depend on rushing the QB with the just the front four so much more than any other team, we need an end.

As much as I'd hate to see the Colts give up draft picks, if Polian has a chance to pull off (my admittedly wishful thinking) Taylor trade, can't pass that up. Colts are a relatively young team with no glaring positions to fill.

I don't know, this whole thing is probably just moot anyways; lets just hope Rice has something left in his tank. :BANG

[Tak_a_Tak]

I don't know, this whole thing is probably just moot anyways; lets just hope Rice has something left in his tank. :BANG

I hope he comes in with a HUCH chip on his shoulder wanting to prove he still has what it takes. He comes in does an awesome job. Next year we get Freeney back, Rice signs a huge contract with another team and comes back down to his normal level.

:o

[dmbhoosier21]

I hope he comes in with a HUCH chip on his shoulder wanting to prove he still has what it takes. He comes in does an awesome job. Next year we get Freeney back, Rice signs a huge contract with another team and comes back down to his normal level.

:o

That'd be great :thumbsup

[dmbhoosier21]

What the fuck, another miss by Vinatieri.

What about the Colts sign Vanderjagt for the regular season cus he never missed FGs during the regular season, then having Vinatieri for the playoffs.......seriously, what the hell is wrong with this guy?

[thebestauntie]

Hey look who remembered they had a running game!? :lol

[chr35919]

colts look like absolute dog shit

[dmbhoosier21]

colts look like absolute dog shit

Yes they are. O-line is looking bad (2 missing starters), 5 dropped passes, some overthrows by Manning and of course the special teams.

KC defense is very good though, that Allen guy is a playmaker - their LB too, can't think of his name is very good.

[chr35919]

lucky

[dmbhoosier21]

lucky

:lol

How exactly were they lucky?

Lemme guess, the refs again :lol

[chr35919]

:lol

How exactly were they lucky?

Lemme guess, the refs again :lolthey're lucky cause they barely won. if edwards had been a little more gutsy and thrown it on 3rd down, colts probaly would have lost.

i dunno, they just look less impressive each week.

[dmbhoosier21]

they're lucky cause they barely won. if edwards had been a little more gutsy and thrown it on 3rd down, colts probaly would have lost.

i dunno, they just look less impressive each week.

IF the Colts only had Marvin, Ugoh, Gonzales .......

IF Freeney hadn't been injured for the season, there would have been more pressure on Croyle.

IF the Colts only had a decent special teams where they didnt' have to kick it out of bounds to give KC good field position every time....

IF Vin would just make a FG .....

IF Manning had only had more time to throw....

IF the Colts receivers had only not dropped at least 6 passes....

etc., etc., etc.,

It is a sign of a very good veteran team to pull out wins when they are missing players and play horrible. The Colts team last year had their share of games that they looked horrible in.

Some Pats fans get too caught up in hypotheticals, give me a break.

IF we had only had Moss and those other receivers last year.....

IF the refs just hadn't sucked that game .....

IF the refs and the league weren't in cahoots with the Colts ....

Hypotheticals are nothing but excuses and is complete bullshit.

[chr35919]

anyway, the colts were lucky.

[Heavy As Stone]

anyway, the colts were lucky.

No such thing as luck in this league. We weren't lucky. The defense did a great job stopping KC from doing much of anything. Our offense, despite the injuries, did a good enough job to get us the win.

Watching the Colts the last few weeks is really not representative of watching the "real" Colts. Wait a few weeks until we get back to full (or near full) strength.

[dmbhoosier21]

anyway, the colts were lucky.

:thumbsup Nice reasonable retort. :freak

Hypotheticals are like excuses which are like assholes - everyone has one.

Basically it's bullshit.

And claiming something without backing it up is equally laughable and absurd.

See watch....

NE has had an easy schedule - they're overrated

or

Belichick is a big steaming pile of shit - and he's a cheater.

Actually the last one is true and is quite evident.

[thebestauntie]

:thumbsup Nice reasonable retort. :freak

Hypotheticals are like excuses which are like assholes - everyone has one.

Basically it's bullshit.

And claiming something without backing it up is equally laughable and absurd.

See watch....

NE has had an easy schedule - they're overrated

or

Belichick is a big steaming pile of shit - and he's a cheater.

Actually the last one is true and is quite evident.
Yeah, that's what it is! :lol


PS: Hi Mike!

[dmbhoosier21]

Yeah, that's what it is! :lol


PS: Hi Mike!

Hey, I said it must be true!

PS: Hello :)

[thebestauntie]

Hey, I said it must be true!

PS: Hello :)
Hey, it's not too late to make a bet on the Pats game you know! ;) :lol The Bills could come back.

[chr35919]

:thumbsup Nice reasonable retort. :freak

Hypotheticals are like excuses which are like assholes - everyone has one.

Basically it's bullshit.

And claiming something without backing it up is equally laughable and absurd.

See watch....

NE has had an easy schedule - they're overrated

or

Belichick is a big steaming pile of shit - and he's a cheater.

Actually the last one is true and is quite evident.again, the colts were lucky.

[dmbhoosier21]

Hey, it's not too late to make a bet on the Pats game you know! ;) :lol The Bills could come back.

:haha On Bill's watch - I have not seen a second of the game and I have no clue what's going on - but I'm pretty sure Bill is gonna keep on firing even if they're up 50-0 late in the 4th quarter.........good ol' prick.....oh I mean Bill.

[thebestauntie]

:haha On Bill's watch - I have not seen a second of the game and I have no clue what's going on - but I'm pretty sure Bill is gonna keep on firing even if they're up 50-0 late in the 4th quarter.........good ol' prick.....oh I mean Bill.
It's 56-10. But Cassel just played the last series and the Pats had to punt (I didn't even know they had a punter :lol ).

[dmbhoosier21]

again, the colts were lucky.

:lol Do you really think you're being all witty and annoying, it's an internet message board, I really could not care any less.

I enjoy debating and discussing sports, but it is an impossibilty if you give no reasonable points to back up your claim - it would be like me arguing with a 3 yr. old who keeps saying "Me like Dorra"

Trying to take the place of BBK wait hold on......... as absurd as BBK's posts were, at least he had the intellectual capacity to attempt to back up his arguments. So I apologize to BBK.

:lol Just refer to my previous reply to your post.

[dmbhoosier21]

It's 56-10. But Cassel just played the last series and the Pats had to punt (I didn't even know they had a punter :lol ).

Best job in the world ...... get paid to watch NFL games :thumbsup

[chr35919]

:lol Do you really think you're being all witty and annoying, it's an internet message board, I really could not care any less.

I enjoy debating and discussing sports, but it is an impossibilty if you give no reasonable points to back up your claim - it would be like me arguing with a 3 yr. old who keeps saying "Me like Dorra"

Trying to take the place of BBK wait hold on......... as absurd as BBK's posts were, at least he had the intellectual capacity to attempt to back up his arguments. So I apologize to BBK.

:lol Just refer to my previous reply to your post.umm, no. i'm saying they were very lucky to win today after they played like complete dog shit.

[chr35919]

Yes they are. O-line is looking bad (2 missing starters), 5 dropped passes, some overthrows by Manning and of course the special teams.

KC defense is very good though, that Allen guy is a playmaker - their LB too, can't think of his name is very good.
this is why they were lucky to win.

[thebestauntie]

Best job in the world ...... get paid to watch NFL games :thumbsup
Especially if you're the punter for the Pats!! :lol

[thebestauntie]

this is why they were lucky to win.
Sorry Chris, but I gotta agree with Mike on this one. That wasn't luck. That was hard work and the defense stepping up it up big time when it counted. That's not luck. It's getting the job done.

[chr35919]

Sorry Chris, but I gotta agree with Mike on this one. That wasn't luck. That was hard work and the defense stepping up it up big time when it counted. That's not luck. It's getting the job done.i'd say the pats winning against the colts had a lot to do with luck, that's just me

[dmbhoosier21]

umm, no. i'm saying they were very lucky to win today after they played like complete dog shit.

:lol there you go, was that so hard.

Your argument implies that anytime a perceived favorite plays down to a "lesser" opponent's level and barely squeaks by a win - the favorites are automatically "lucky"

I simply disagree.

Obviously no one in their right mind would do this ....

but if one watches today's game against KC, then compares it to the Colts playoff game against Pitt in 05' - they will see a difference in the game. If the Colts had somehow won that game against the Pitt - without a doubt, they would have been lucky.

[chr35919]

and for the record, i'm saying they were lucky to win considering the way they played...not that they won because of luck alone.

[chr35919]

:lol there you go, was that so hard.

Your argument implies that anytime a perceived favorite plays down to a "lesser" opponent's level and barely squeaks by a win - the favorites are automatically "lucky"

I simply disagree.

Obviously no one in their right mind would do this ....

but if one watches today's game against KC, then compares it to the Colts playoff game against Pitt in 05' - they will see a difference in the game. If the Colts had somehow won that game against the Pitt - without a doubt, they would have been lucky.there are no further implications of my argument. all i'm saying the colts were indeed lucky that they won after playing like shit for an entire game...

why is that so hard for you to understand? now i feel like the one talking to a three year old:lol:lol:lol:lol

[thebestauntie]

i'd say the pats winning against the colts had a lot to do with luck, that's just me
Because the Patriots played like crap in that game? Absolutely, I agree.

[chr35919]

Because the Patriots played like crap in that game? Absolutely, I agree.exactly. so why can't you agree luck played a part in the colts victory today (a game in which they played like crap)?

[dmbhoosier21]

and for the record, i'm saying they were lucky to win considering the way they played...not that they won because of luck alone.

I do see your point. But I just think one has to look at specific occurences in the game to label a team "lucky" to win.

Again, just b/c a team that are considered favorites does not play up to their usual standards and barely wins against an underdog, does not automatically mean that the favored team got lucky.

In fact, I think it is a good test for the favored team, b/c it's a long unpredictable season, and being able to pull out a win despite playing like crap shows character, poise, and veteran leadership.

A talented team will not always play their best......actually no team will always play their best week in and week out.

[dmbhoosier21]

i'd say the pats winning against the colts had a lot to do with luck, that's just me

Nah, it had something to do with the Pats being clutch and making the plays during crunch time.

ugh, I hate saying anything good about those no good cheaters

[chr35919]

clearly, we've proved we don't need to use tape to win. :evil

[dmbhoosier21]

clearly, we've proved we don't need to use tape to win. :evil

Cheaters......that's all.

[chr35919]

great...

[thebestauntie]

exactly. so why can't you agree luck played a part in the colts victory today (a game in which they played like crap)?
I getcha now.

[thebestauntie]

Nah, it had something to do with the Pats being clutch and making the plays during crunch time.

ugh, I hate saying anything good about those no good cheaters
Oh man, if I didn't like my signature the way it was, I'd so be putting that in it!!!!

[dmbhoosier21]

Oh man, if I didn't like my signature the way it was, I'd so be putting that in it!!!!

Nah, I wouldn't put it in there. It's all BS, I really don't believe it ;)

[thebestauntie]

Nah, I wouldn't put it in there. It's all BS, I really don't believe it ;)
Liar liar pants on fire! :p

[dmbhoosier21]

Liar liar pants on fire! :p

:lol damn my objective view on the game, damn it.

anyways goodnight and enjoy the regular season success of your beloved Pats ........ ;)

[crashintonickdm]

the colts are maybe the 5th best team in the NFL.

[dmbhoosier21]

the colts are maybe the 5th best team in the NFL.

Eh, which really isn't all that bad considering all the injuries.

It's only the reg. season, who gives a shit about the power rankings.

:lol The Colts had no shot in last year's playoffs according to the power rankings.....at the end of the year.

Shows how much that stuff really matters, especially in the middle of the season......

[Tak_a_Tak]

Man, a lot of hate in here for the Colts. Ugly win yesterday, but I'll take it. I thought the D played pretty well, I just wish Manning could remember how to pump fake.

[OneSwtWld34]

A female coworker (who is a large Colts fan!) was complaining about Colts fans cause they boo'd Vinatieri during the game yesterday!! I could have smacked her.... The guy gets paid millions to kick a damn football a few times a week!! I understand missing the 49 yarder cause thats not an easy kick, but when you miss a 38 yarder and then the 42 and 29 yarders he missed against San Diego, he deserves to get boo'd...

[dmbhoosier21]

Man, a lot of hate in here for the Colts. Ugly win yesterday, but I'll take it. I thought the D played pretty well, I just wish Manning could remember how to pump fake.

Oh yah, D played great. I have never seen a faster bunch of guys flying to the ball with this Indy D.

Simeone Rice had a couple of nice plays but did he seem a little slow? I don't think he can ever get near a QB, hopefully he gets better.

Hopefully the O-line gets a healther (along with the rest of the team) and Howard Mudd whips this line back into shape.

The O is incorporating a few guys in key positions so .....overall a win is a win.


GO COLTS! (GET HEALTHY!)

[dmbhoosier21]

A female coworker (who is a large Colts fan!) was complaining about Colts fans cause they boo'd Vinatieri during the game yesterday!! I could have smacked her.... The guy gets paid millions to kick a damn football a few times a week!! I understand missing the 49 yarder cause thats not an easy kick, but when you miss a 38 yarder and then the 42 and 29 yarders he missed against San Diego, he deserves to get boo'd...

No excuse for Vinatieri, even with the 49 yard FG; he is in a dome at home with his pedigree - not acceptable.

Even the announcer kept talking about some injury with his plant foot ...... if he is healthy enough to be on the field, he is healthy enough to perform to his usual standards.

So yah, he knew he was going to get booed and would himself admit that he deserved it (probably). Atlhough gotta credit him for not using that injury excuse, wish the annonuncers would do the same.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I'm fine with the boo's. Like Chris said, it's not a 49+ yarder, that would be one thing, but these are close, and shouldn't be a problem. Some fans just feel, as a fan, you should never boo your team or show displeasure. I think that's bullshit. If you know someone has the ability to play at a higher lever and is not doing so, I'm fine with letting them know I'm not happy about their performance.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Not as huge of an issue, but this week the Colts added Moorehead to IR. That's just one more on the list.

[dmbhoosier21]

Not as huge of an issue, but this week the Colts added Moorehead to IR. That's just one more on the list.

.......you're right, not all that big of an issue but pretty much puts what's been going on with the Colts in a nutshell.

I actually liked Craphonso better so.....

The Colts are likely to get some guys back - Ugoh, and hopefully Diem, and even Gonzales.

Marvin still gonna be out they say but hey, just rest'em till he's 100%, especially considering after this short week, Colts have 10 days off.


GO COLTS!

[Tak_a_Tak]

....
Marvin still gonna be out they say but hey, just rest'em till he's 100%, especially considering after this short week, Colts have 10 days off.


GO COLTS!

Yes, I read where Marvin did go though some practice drills, but I say sit him one more week, get the 10 days off, and come back for Jacksonville. We'll need him for that.

[Tak_a_Tak]

.......you're right, not all that big of an issue but pretty much puts what's been going on with the Colts in a nutshell.

I actually liked Craphonso better so.....



GO COLTS!

Ya, I think Craphonso has shown some bright spots, but there is nothing like being at the game and Moorehead making a big play, then me and all my buddies start chanting...


Moore-Head!, Moore-Head!, Moore-Head!!

[dmbhoosier21]

Yes, I read where Marvin did go though some practice drills, but I say sit him one more week, get the 10 days off, and come back for Jacksonville. We'll need him for that.


13 12/2 (http://cache.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=events&date=12%2D02%2D2007) JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS 1:00 PM 14 12/9 (http://cache.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=events&date=12%2D09%2D2007) @ Baltimore Ravens 8:15 PM 15 12/16 (http://cache.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=events&date=12%2D16%2D2007) @ Oakland Raiders 4:05 PM 16 12/23 (http://cache.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=events&date=12%2D23%2D2007) HOUSTON TEXANS 1:00 PM 17 12/30 (http://cache.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=events&date=12%2D30%2D2007) TENNESSEE TITANS
:BANG Damn the AFC South is tough.

I was watching ESPN and they talked about how the Colts have gotten through the toughest part of the schedule and things get easier for them.

Well, they may or may not have gotten through the toughest part of the schedule, but it doesn't look to me that things will get easier.

Although, I don't think the Jags will have Peterson or Stroud against the Colts so......

It's not that I don't think the Colts can beat them, but those are two tough defensive guys, and I just want the Colts to make it into the post-season relatively healthy. An intact offensive line, all the key skill players back and hopefully no more key injuries on the defensive side of the ball.

The defense has been great considering so far this season, have lost starting SSLB, DT, RE - all key players. I'm lovin' Ed Johnson btw, he's a beast, and Brock has been doing great too.

[dmbhoosier21]

Ya, I think Craphonso has shown some bright spots, but there is nothing like being at the game and Moorehead making a big play, then me and all my buddies start chanting...


Moore-Head!, Moore-Head!, Moore-Head!!

:lol Moorehead.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Happy Thanksgiving Colts Fans (and Katie).

Almost game time

:cool

[thebestauntie]

Happy Thanksgiving Colts Fans (and Katie).

Almost game time

:cool
Hey, what about me!!

[dmbhoosier21]

Hey, what about me!!

Happy Thanksgiving!

GO COLTS!

[Tak_a_Tak]

Hey, what about me!!

I'm so sorry!

Happy Thanksgiving Laurie-Ann!


:hug

[thebestauntie]

Happy Thanksgiving!

GO COLTS!
:D Happy Thanksgiving to you too Mike!! :D

[thebestauntie]

I'm so sorry!

Happy Thanksgiving Laurie-Ann!


:hug
:D Thanks Tak, Happy Thanksgiving to you too!! :D

:hug :hug

[dmbhoosier21]

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2007/football/nfl/11/27/bc.fbn.coltsmoves.ap/index.html

Colts release Rice



:lol .............:confused ...........:shrug .........:lorraine

Colts need an end that can pressure the QB. Teams will just start to double-team Mathis to neutralize pressure on the edges. The Colts' front four needs to pressure the QB more than any other defense. :BANG

[Tak_a_Tak]

What the hell....??

[dmbhoosier21]

http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071129/SPORTS03/711290461/1058/SPORTS03
Colts have dropped a lot of passes
Stats firm says receivers have dropped 10 percent of 'catchable' passes


According to STATS LLC, a company that provides in-depth analysis of pro sports, Indianapolis has dropped 28 of Manning's 269 "catchable" passes. That's 10.4 percent, and that's 28th worst in the league.


:eek

[dmbhoosier21]

Charlie Johnson is such a waste of space.

Now that Ugoh is back, Diem needs to get healthy b/c Johnson is gonna get Manning killed.

I don't know if it was the amount of time the D spent on the field but the Colts could not get any pressure on Gerrard excluding the early portion of the game.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Tuff game today, one of those games that you never feel it's over untill the clock runs out. I happy to see the team playing well with all the players that are out.


Oh, ya - it totally sucked walking out of the game today. I was soak'n wet by the time I got back to the car.

[dmbhoosier21]

Tuff game today, one of those games that you never feel it's over untill the clock runs out. I happy to see the team playing well with all the players that are out.


Oh, ya - it totally sucked walking out of the game today. I was soak'n wet by the time I got back to the car.

Plus the wind was brutal.

Good win by the Colts :thumbsup

[SmoothD41]

big game tonight....I think Baltimore is due for a let down game after Monday night. I am a little bit worried that they're going to come out strong, but you just have to think they'll be a little deflated after that tough loss.

I say the Colts win by two touchdowns.

In the meantime, since the game doesn't start for 11 hours....let's all take a minute and laugh at Jamaal Tinsley.

http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071209/LOCAL/71209001

Jamaal Tinsley left the hood, but the hood never left Jamaal Tinsley.

[dmbhoosier21]

big game tonight....I think Baltimore is due for a let down game after Monday night. I am a little bit worried that they're going to come out strong, but you just have to think they'll be a little deflated after that tough loss.

I say the Colts win by two touchdowns.

In the meantime, since the game doesn't start for 11 hours....let's all take a minute and laugh at Jamaal Tinsley.

http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071209/LOCAL/71209001

Jamaal Tinsley left the hood, but the hood never left Jamaal Tinsley.

Can't say that I'm surprised. He was actually playing well so far this season.

The East is so bad that the Pacers has a good shot at a homefield adv. in the first round of the playoffs. :lol

Marvin and Diem is out again I think. Goal of the game - win and protect Manning.

GO COLTS!

[SmoothD41]

uhhhh, is Baltimore aware that there is a game tonight? This is unreal.

[chr35919]

uhhhh, is Baltimore aware that there is a game tonight? This is unreal.
too demoralized from last week.:lol

[dmbgodagirl41]

I wonder if I'm the only person who has received the "Baltimore is HORRIBLE. Don't be shocked if the Colts win by 40" memo.....

[SmoothD41]

::yawns::

::intercepts Kyle Boller in my sleep::

SORGI TIME.

[dre2142]

That game was pitiful. When the game started, it began raining at my house, so I knew it would start raining at the stadium within 30 minutes. Was hoping the Ravens could take advantage of it and the game would slow down some....nope!

[Tak_a_Tak]

Wow, I really didn't expect the game to that bad last night....I knew the Ravens were in trouble when they said pre-game that both of their CBs were out, but I didn't think it would be that one sided.



Question for Ravens fans:

Why is there sooooo much hate for the Indianapolis Colts (Indy 'stealing' your team), when the Ravens were formed in the same fashion? Is it just because the team keep the "Colts" namesake?

Maybe I should post that in the Ravens thread......if there is one....

[dre2142]

Wow, I really didn't expect the game to that bad last night....I knew the Ravens were in trouble when they said pre-game that both of their CBs were out, but I didn't think it would be that one sided.



Question for Ravens fans:

Why is there sooooo much hate for the Indianapolis Colts (Indy 'stealing' your team), when the Ravens were formed in the same fashion? Is it just because the team keep the "Colts" namesake?

Maybe I should post that in the Ravens thread......if there is one....

The Ravens relocation was done legally.....the Colts move was SHADY......

[dmbgodagirl41]

I'm not even a Ravens fan and I fucking hate the Colts partially for them. The Colts left in such a frigging classless and shady way.

Plus, any team that doesn't change their name when moving to a new city is nothing but a bunch of assholes.

[Tak_a_Tak]

First of all, pro sports teams relocate all the time, and often do not change the name of the team.

Second, there is no one left that was with the team when that happened. Do you really think that Jimmy jr. had any input on the move?

Third, it's not like we 'took' a good team for Christ's sake! They have pretty much built a team from the ground up. The Browns were a good team when they took off, and it shows with how fast the Raven won a super bowl.

It just seems like this is the one that the city will not let go. I don't hear about pissed off people that the Lakers are now in LA, that the Nationals are now in DC, or that Rams and the Raiders have been in and out of LA over the years. I guess they could have done what the Oilers did and keep the team name for a year or two, and then change it.

And to say a team is a bunch of assholes for not changing their name, is just a joke. There is only one person that is either going to change it or not, and I guess the owner of the Colts didn't want to change the name. I guess we should hold that against everyone that has anything to do with the team for the rest of time just because of it.

[dmbgodagirl41]

First of all, pro sports teams relocate all the time, and often do not change the name of the team.

Second, there is no one left that was with the team when that happened. Do you really think that Jimmy jr. had any input on the move?

Third, it's not like we 'took' a good team for Christ's sake! They have pretty much built a team from the ground up. The Browns were a good team when they took off, and it shows with how fast the Raven won a super bowl.

It just seems like this is the one that the city will not let go. I don't hear about pissed off people that the Lakers are now in LA, that the Nationals are now in DC, or that Rams and the Raiders have been in and out of LA over the years. I guess they could have done what the Oilers did and keep the team name for a year or two, and then change it.

And to say a team is a bunch of assholes for not changing their name, is just a joke. There is only one person that is either going to change it or not, and I guess the owner of the Colts didn't want to change the name. I guess we should hold that against everyone that has anything to do with the team for the rest of time just because of it.

Name one team in the NFL that kept the name of the team when they moved. And I mean ever.

First, Expos fans probably don't know that their city had a baseball team, hence why they aren't pissed about DC. Second, Indy got the Colts through shady legal actions, not just a decision like Cleveland did to not build a statdium. I mean, that's how it kinda started, but with the whole eminent domain thing? WTF is this, 1753?

Plus, I think the hatred was re-stirred because up until recently, Johnny Unitas was listed in the HOF as an Indy Colt. Fuck that bullshit. I would be so GD ripshit about that if I was a Baltimore fan. That's like listing Warren Moon as a Tennessee Titan.

Plus, peole just hate the Colts, so Baltimorons feel justified in it because they think that "well, we can hate him because the Colts used to be in Baltimore!" when what they really should say is "I just hate that f*cking fat forhead and I can't wait for Brady to break his record next weekend".

:D

[Tak_a_Tak]

Name one team in the NFL that kept the name of the team when they moved. And I mean ever.



Boston Redskins: to Washington, D.C. in 1937
Cleveland Rams: to Los Angeles in 1946
Chicago Cardinals: to St. Louis in 1960
Oakland Raiders: to Los Angeles in 1982
Baltimore Colts: to Indianapolis in 1984
St. Louis Cardinals: to Tempe, AZ as the Phoenix Cardinals in 1988 and became the Arizona Cardinals in 1994
Los Angeles Raiders: back to Oakland in 1995
Los Angeles Rams: to St. Louis in 1995

[dmbgodagirl41]

Boston Redskins: to Washington, D.C. in 1937
Cleveland Rams: to Los Angeles in 1946
Chicago Cardinals: to St. Louis in 1960
Oakland Raiders: to Los Angeles in 1982
Baltimore Colts: to Indianapolis in 1984
St. Louis Cardinals: to Tempe, AZ as the Phoenix Cardinals in 1988 and became the Arizona Cardinals in 1994
Los Angeles Raiders: back to Oakland in 1995
Los Angeles Rams: to St. Louis in 1995

Okay, now list every single move ever made. The percentage? And you think LA cares? they have the Raiders or The Chargers to cheer for. St. Louis doesn't care, because they took the team from Chicago. Plus the Oakland thing doesnt count, it's still the same freaking city, just more ghetto.

Plus, if you've never been to Baltimore, it's a pretty salty city sport-wise. They have only 2 pro teams and both are horrendous. Any excuse to hate anyone is good. They hate the Redskins more than the Colts, if it makes you feel better.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Okay, now list every single move ever made. The percentage? And you think LA cares? they have the Raiders or The Chargers to cheer for. St. Louis doesn't care, because they took the team from Chicago. Plus the Oakland thing doesnt count, it's still the same freaking city, just more ghetto.

:lol

But that's not what you asked for!



Plus, if you've never been to Baltimore, it's a pretty salty city sport-wise. They have only 2 pro teams and both are horrendous. Any excuse to hate anyone is good. They hate the Redskins more than the Colts, if it makes you feel better.

I don't really care if they hate the Colts, the Skins, or thier moms for giving birth to them. I was just wondering why, after 25 years, they still have all this built up anger.

:D

[dmbgodagirl41]

:lol

But that's not what you asked for!




I don't really care if they hate the Colts, the Skins, or thier moms for giving birth to them. I was just wondering why, after 25 years, they still have all this built up anger.

:D

Details details :D


I'm telling you, come to Baltimore and we'll go on a tour of the stadiums during games. I am not joking, the city hates their sports teams. They are the crappiest bunch of fans ever. On the way home from DC, I put on the Ravens pre-game show and the guys talking were just saying "hmm..how badly are we going to suck this week?" and people were calling in to say how horrible the team is and how much they hate the Colts.

It's so embarrassing to be associated somewhat with that fanbase. hence why I get royally annoyed when someone claims I was born and raised here and I'm a bandwagon NE fan or something.

[dre2142]

Name one team in the NFL that kept the name of the team when they moved. And I mean ever.

First, Expos fans probably don't know that their city had a baseball team, hence why they aren't pissed about DC. Second, Indy got the Colts through shady legal actions, not just a decision like Cleveland did to not build a statdium. I mean, that's how it kinda started, but with the whole eminent domain thing? WTF is this, 1753?

Plus, I think the hatred was re-stirred because up until recently, Johnny Unitas was listed in the HOF as an Indy Colt. Fuck that bullshit. I would be so GD ripshit about that if I was a Baltimore fan. That's like listing Warren Moon as a Tennessee Titan.

Plus, peole just hate the Colts, so Baltimorons feel justified in it because they think that "well, we can hate him because the Colts used to be in Baltimore!" when what they really should say is "I just hate that f*cking fat forhead and I can't wait for Brady to break his record next weekend".

:D


To hell with those Colts and their sexual harassament loving QB! lol

[dre2142]

:BANG Okay, now list every single move ever made. The percentage? And you think LA cares? they have the Raiders or The Chargers to cheer for. St. Louis doesn't care, because they took the team from Chicago. Plus the Oakland thing doesnt count, it's still the same freaking city, just more ghetto.

Plus, if you've never been to Baltimore, it's a pretty salty city sport-wise. They have only 2 pro teams and both are horrendous. Any excuse to hate anyone is good. They hate the Redskins more than the Colts, if it makes you feel better.


Ravens are horrendous? They arent consistantly horrendous, so that argument holds no water.

And the Redskins hate the F-in Ravens just as much. Drown on a harbor ferry BILLICK! :BANG :bounce

[dmbgodagirl41]

:lol

I just cant wait for next week when that Fat Forehead is erased from that record spot which helped make him "one of the best QBs ever".

Oh look at that, 18, not so much.

*runs out*

[dmbgodagirl41]

:BANG


Ravens are horrendous? They arent consistantly horrendous, so that argument holds no water.

And the Redskins hate the F-in Ravens just as much. Drown on a harbor ferry BILLICK! :BANG :bounce
The Ravens are ABYSMAL. I mean this year, of course.

And the Skins can hate the Ravens, I don't care. I just said that it's not like the Ravens fans ONLY hate the Colts, they hate the Skins, too, and the Skins aren't even in the AFC. Just trying to explain lack of logic in Baltimore.......

[dre2142]

The Ravens are ABYSMAL. I mean this year, of course.

And the Skins can hate the Ravens, I don't care. I just said that it's not like the Ravens fans ONLY hate the Colts, they hate the Skins, too, and the Skins aren't even in the AFC. Just trying to explain lack of logic in Baltimore.......

Yes...I know they are terrible this year. Ive been to a few of the fucking games, lol.

[dmbgodagirl41]

Yes...I know they are terrible this year. Ive been to a few of the fucking games, lol.

*ahem* and you didn't ask me to go? asshole!

we're in a fight.

[Tak_a_Tak]

:lol

I just cant wait for next week when that Fat Forehead is erased from that record spot which helped make him "one of the best QBs ever".

Oh look at that, 18, not so much.

*runs out*

right, because that one record is the entire reason that people view him as 'one of the best QBS ever'.

:rolleyes

[dmbgodagirl41]

right, because that one record is the entire reason that people view him as 'one of the best QBS ever'.

:rolleyes

hey, one less with that name in the books is fine by me :)

BTW: someone lost the avatar bet this week and I can't find him!!

[dre2142]

*ahem* and you didn't ask me to go? asshole!

we're in a fight.

Were you at last weeks game?

[Tak_a_Tak]

hey, one less with that name in the books is fine by me :)

BTW: someone lost the avatar bet this week and I can't find him!!

again?

You should try and talk him into double or nothing for next week against the J-E-T-S suck! suck! suck!


I'm sure he'll go for it.

[dmbgodagirl41]

Were you at last weeks game?
no! :( I was downtown at a bar, though, getting death threats yelled at me.
again?

You should try and talk him into double or nothing for next week against the J-E-T-S suck! suck! suck!


I'm sure he'll go for it.

Yeah, again. people gotta learn to not take bets against Katie! he even asked me to PM him to make it official, so that I couldn't run and hid when the steelers won. I just said "no, its okay". Now he's hiding!!

Double or nothing :lol

[tcook215]

hey, one less with that name in the books is fine by me :)

BTW: someone lost the avatar bet this week and I can't find him!!

Tom Brady currently has 45 TDs at the end of week 14. Peyton Manning in '04 had 46 TDs at the end of week 14 and only attempted 79 passes in the remaining three games. Tom Brady surely will attempt more than 79 passes in the final three games of this season despite having already clinched. :hug

edit: hehehe

[dmbhoosier21]

Tom Brady currently has 45 TDs at the end of week 14. Peyton Manning in '04 had 46 TDs at the end of week 14 and only attempted 79 passes in the remaining three games. Tom Brady surely will attempt more than 79 passes in the final three games of this season despite having already clinched. :hug

edit: hehehe

That is a beautiful! :lol

And that is with Manning handing off the ball once in a while AND Dungy actually coaching with class (i.e. not running up the score and padding Manning's stats)

Manning barely played the last 3 games

You're the man! :thumbsup

[SmoothD41]

Marv's coming back Sunday!

Bob (AKA defensive player of the year) is locked up for at least 5 more years/37 mil!

I absolutely love how the whole country is overlooking the Colts. The whole Patriots situation reminds me of the 2005 Colts. Everybody's attention was on the Colts and their quest for unbeaten, then they were huge favorites to win the Superbowl, and then were one and done in the playoffs.

God I hope we'll be getting ready for Colts/Pats 3 weeks from now.

[LivWarriors45]

Some nobody on ESPN Radio filling in for Stephen A. Smith said that there is no doubt in his mind the Chargers will beat the Colts in Indianapolis and face the Patriots for the AFC Championship. He failed to give a reason for why he made this claim.

I'm loving it, the Colts flew under the radar last post-season and look what happened...

Go blue.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Marv's coming back Sunday!

Bob (AKA defensive player of the year) is locked up for at least 5 more years/37 mil!

I absolutely love how the whole country is overlooking the Colts. The whole Patriots situation reminds me of the 2005 Colts. Everybody's attention was on the Colts and their quest for unbeaten, then they were huge favorites to win the Superbowl, and then were one and done in the playoffs.

God I hope we'll be getting ready for Colts/Pats 3 weeks from now.

That's the best news out of the Colts camp in weeks!!

:monkey


Some nobody on ESPN Radio filling in for Stephen A. Smith said that there is no doubt in his mind the Chargers will beat the Colts in Indianapolis and face the Patriots for the AFC Championship. He failed to give a reason for why he made this claim.

I'm loving it, the Colts flew under the radar last post-season and look what happened...

Go blue.


I would not be so fast to write off the Chargers, they are really hitting stride at the end of the season and are going to be tuff in post-season play.

[Tak_a_Tak]

wow.....


Sanders, 26, would have been an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season. Now, he is the highest-paid safety in NFL history.



John Madden, NBC's expert analyst who is in town for Sunday night's Colts-Tennessee Titans game, considers Sanders the top defensive player in the league this season.
"I don't have a vote," he said. "But if I did have a vote, I would vote for Bob Sanders."

That should lock it up for Sanders, don't ya think?

[dmbhoosier21]

wow.....







That should lock it up for Sanders, don't ya think?


:hump

.....next up - Dallas Clark

Hopefully Indy can still afford him.

[LivWarriors45]

I would not be so fast to write off the Chargers, they are really hitting stride at the end of the season and are going to be tuff in post-season play.

Well no, don't think that I'm writing them off, but to say that "there's no doubt in my mind that San Diego will go into Indianapolis and beat the Colts" is just ridiculous in my mind.

I realize that SD is hot right now and that really any AFC playoff team can really test us (minus IMO Pittsburgh and Tenn/Cle) but I would never say something like that, especially given how dominant the Colts were.

I realize it was a totally different part of the season and SD is now a different team, but doesn't it mean anything that the Colts were one botched Adam Vinatieri field goal away from coming back from down 23-0 with just about everybody injured and Peyton throwing six interceptions? (well five, the last one was just a stat killer.)

[Tak_a_Tak]

:hump

.....next up - Dallas Clark

Hopefully Indy can still afford him.

I'm dunno about that. It sadens me, but with the big money going to Sanders, I don't see Clark in blue and white next year. I really hope they can put something together, but it's going to be tuff.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Well no, don't think that I'm writing them off, but to say that "there's no doubt in my mind that San Diego will go into Indianapolis and beat the Colts" is just ridiculous in my mind.

I realize that SD is hot right now and that really any AFC playoff team can really test us (minus IMO Pittsburgh and Tenn/Cle) but I would never say something like that, especially given how dominant the Colts were.

I realize it was a totally different part of the season and SD is now a different team, but doesn't it mean anything that the Colts were one botched Adam Vinatieri field goal away from coming back from down 23-0 with just about everybody injured and Peyton throwing six interceptions? (well five, the last one was just a stat killer.)

Oh, I agree, I just look at how their offence works, and they're going to be very tuff to beat. But, with the exception of a few teams, that can be said for any AFC playoff team this year.

[SmoothD41]

I would be shocked if Dallas Clark is wearing anything but Colts blue next season.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I would be shocked if Dallas Clark is wearing anything but Colts blue next season.

Really? And where does that money come frome?

[SmoothD41]

Really? And where does that money come frome?

they'll find a way....they've surprised me before. I was kind of thinking they'd let Reggie go a few years back. I remember saying "where in the hell did they come up with that $$?" when they resigned him. I think that will happen again with Dallas. I don't know, just a feeling.

Anyways....I'm actually pumped that the Pats ran the table this regular season. That'll make it all the much sweeter when we take them down in the AFC championship.

[dmbhoosier21]

I'm dunno about that. It sadens me, but with the big money going to Sanders, I don't see Clark in blue and white next year. I really hope they can put something together, but it's going to be tuff.

Hey! You live in your (real) world and I'll live in mine - don't burst my bubble.


but seriously though, yeah you're probably right, b/w the huge contracts given out to the offense core superstars - Manning, Harrison, Freeney, Sanders - I don't know where they are going to come up with the $ to pay Clark. I am just gonna hope that Polian pulls some sort of magic and is able to resign Clark. I'd hate for him to go.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Hey! You live in your (real) world and I'll live in mine - don't burst my bubble.


but seriously though, yeah you're probably right, b/w the huge contracts given out to the offense core superstars - Manning, Harrison, Freeney, Sanders - I don't know where they are going to come up with the $ to pay Clark. I am just gonna hope that Polian pulls some sort of magic and is able to resign Clark. I'd hate for him to go.

The only thing that might save money is that the tight end position doesn't have the high dollar type players across the league. Take out a few players, and most of the players, I would think, are getting 'average' pay checks. I hope, I hope...

[VanHorneDog]

for tonights effort.

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! !!!!!!

that is all.

[SqueeBaBooSquee]

You Colts better take out the Patriots in the play offs.

The Colts and The Packers are the only teams I would be comfortable with winning the SuperBowl.

Mainly because I think The Colts are pretty much the only ones able to do the job.

If the Packers won the SB I wouldn't have to worry about Favre anymore. I think he would finally retire on top and The Packers would be hopeless once again.

[SmoothD41]

colts are going to franchise Clark, guarantee it.

[SmoothD41]

for tonights effort.

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! !!!!!!

that is all.

boooooooooooo playing smart, boooooooooooooooooooo.

No one forces you to watch games. If you don't like watching the Colts waterboys VS the Titans, then just change the station. And in all honesty, the Colts backups showed TREMENDOUS effort tonight. It was great to watch.

[jaking1185]

If the Packers won the SB I wouldn't have to worry about Favre anymore. I think he would finally retire on top and The Packers would be hopeless once again.

You are right. Where else are the Packers going to find a QB to go 22-10 against the Bears. ;)

[VanHorneDog]

boooooooooooo playing smart, boooooooooooooooooooo.

No one forces you to watch games. If you don't like watching the Colts waterboys VS the Titans, then just change the station. And in all honesty, the Colts backups showed TREMENDOUS effort tonight. It was great to watch.

there is a difference between resting your starters and not caring if you win. they didnt even try.

[SmoothD41]

there is a difference between resting your starters and not caring if you win. they didnt even try.

were you watching the game? The unbelievable effort tonight by the Colts backups was all that they were talking about on the radio on the car ride home.

[VanHorneDog]

yes i watched the game.

it was a huge game and one team forgot to play in the second half. if it was colts vs jaguars or colts vs the texans sure not as big a deal, but there was a playoff birth on the line. its a bunch of shit that the titans played 15.5 NFL teams this year. they wouldnt have made the playoffs if they would have played all 16.

the fact that indy gave up is a huge deal. but, there is nothing you can do about it, it just sucks balls.

[Tak_a_Tak]

yes i watched the game.

it was a huge game and one team forgot to play in the second half. if it was colts vs jaguars or colts vs the texans sure not as big a deal, but there was a playoff birth on the line. its a bunch of shit that the titans played 15.5 NFL teams this year. they wouldnt have made the playoffs if they would have played all 16.

the fact that indy gave up is a huge deal. but, there is nothing you can do about it, it just sucks balls.


I don't really see how you can say Indy just gave up. They had the second and third string players out there vs. the Titans starters. Our backups kept them out of the end zone, only allowing two field goals. Plus they were going all out with hits, knocking Young out of the game. They didn't look great, but the offence did manage to get a TD. You could really tell the players were not used to game speed. I'm sure is was not a fun game to watch, but I would not say that Indy just gave it up.

The best part of the night was watching the drunk Titans fans act all high and might because they won and were getting into the playoffs. Man, are they going to get worked next weekend.

[dmbhoosier21]

yes i watched the game.

it was a huge game and one team forgot to play in the second half. if it was colts vs jaguars or colts vs the texans sure not as big a deal, but there was a playoff birth on the line. its a bunch of shit that the titans played 15.5 NFL teams this year. they wouldnt have made the playoffs if they would have played all 16.

the fact that indy gave up is a huge deal. but, there is nothing you can do about it, it just sucks balls.


Honestly where are you getting this "giving up" bologna?

Indy played like they were playing their scrubs against another team's starters :lol

Why in the hell would backups not try?!?!?! If they play well, maybe another team is watching and gets a shot with them, if they play well maybe the Colts keep them around a bit longer ..... as opposed to not giving any effort and the Colts assuredly cutting them off the team and consequently being out of a job.

Wow, I really have no clue what game you were watching last night. Don't get confused with scrubs playing poorly against an NFL team's starters (a solid NFL team at that) vs. playing with no effort.

[dmbhoosier21]

I don't really see how you can say Indy just gave up. They had the second and third string players out there vs. the Titans starters. Our backups kept them out of the end zone, only allowing two field goals. Plus they were going all out with hits, knocking Young out of the game. They didn't look great, but the offence did manage to get a TD. You could really tell the players were not used to game speed. I'm sure is was not a fun game to watch, but I would not say that Indy just gave it up.

The best part of the night was watching the drunk Titans fans act all high and might because they won and were getting into the playoffs. Man, are they going to get worked next weekend.

Darrel Reid knocking the Titan's return man up to Fort Wayne - that was the best part of the night. :lol

[Tak_a_Tak]

Darrel Reid knocking the Titan's return man up to Fort Wayne - that was the best part of the night. :lol

Oh I totally agree. I loved how they replayed that about 15 times inside the dome.


:lol :lol

[malarks26]

Browns fans hate you guys and your team today. :lol

[dmbhoosier21]

Browns fans hate you guys and your team today. :lol

Can't blame'em, I'd be pissed too.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Browns fans hate you guys and your team today. :lol

Ya, I saw 5 or 6 Browns fans at the game yesterday. They were not too happy.....

[dmbhoosier21]

Oh I totally agree. I loved how they replayed that about 15 times inside the dome.


:lol :lol

As bad as our kickoff/punt cover team is, at least we get to see a sick Darrel Reid hit each game. :hump

[dmbhoosier21]

I know the game didn't matter, but I was still yelling (specifically at Sorgi) at the television last night, I thought we had that catch at the end of the game. :BANG

Plus I would have liked to see Vinatieri have a shot at a long FG to tie the game last night.

And damn is it obvious that Sorgi never plays (or has never played consistently), just about every pass is high and it seemed the game was just moving way too fast for him. There were numerous times where he just held on too the ball way too long.

[malarks26]

Can't blame'em, I'd be pissed too.

Just gotta hope the Titans don't come back and bite you guys in the ass in a few weeks.

[dmbhoosier21]

Just gotta hope the Titans don't come back and bite you guys in the ass in a few weeks.

Honestly, I would have much rather had the Browns in the playoffs. Hell I would be much more comfortable if both the Jags and Tenn were out of the playoffs.

It's just harder to beat a team multiple times.

[malarks26]

Honestly, I would have much rather had the Browns in the playoffs. Hell I would be much more comfortable if both the Jags and Tenn were out of the playoffs.

It's just harder to beat a team multiple times.

Yup I hear that, and the both those teams always give you guys tough games too.

[dmbhoosier21]

Yup I hear that, and the both those teams always give you guys tough games too.

Yes they do.

These teams have basically geared their player management/signings/drafts to counter Manning and the Colts.

It's not a coincidence that both teams have very strong D-linemen backed up with quick LBs.

These teams were built with the mindset of beating Manning and the Colts.
Too bad it's not gonna happen this year or any year Manning is playing :violent

[devilandthelord]

Thanks Colts. Thanks a pantload.

[dmbhoosier21]

Harrison, Diem, Raheem Brock, Mathis.

Get Healthy!

[dmbgodagirl41]

*runs in*

FAT FOREHEAD

:eek
*runs out*

[dmbhoosier21]

*runs in*

FAT FOREHEAD

:eek
*runs out*

:cool I promise, I will take it easy on you when the Pats choke in the playoffs; I'm just that kind of guy.

[dmbgodagirl41]

:cool I promise, I will take it easy on you when the Pats choke in the playoffs; I'm just that kind of guy.

HA! care to do another avatar bet, baby?

[dmbhoosier21]

HA! care to do another avatar bet, baby?

:lol Sure. Why the hell not, though I doubt I will be around much after the NFL season considering that is the main reason why I come here.

ummmm, if Indy wins the AFC (which they will) you have to sport whatever Colts avatar of my choosing the whole (off) week before the SB till the end of the SB game.

And vice versa - which we really don't have to worry about cus .... well you know.

Oh and if neither team wins then .... well that just sucks for the both of us.

Sound good?

Edit: Let's extend the avatar thing based on whether or not Indy or NE wins in the SB game ... by a week. Meaning if ... nay when Indy wins the SB you have to sport whatever avatar I choose for one more week after the win.

[dmbhoosier21]

I smell Fear!

Katie is afraid to take me up on that deal

muhahahahahah ...... muahahahahahah

[SmoothD41]

truth: None of the Colts starters (offense AND defense) have played for any other team other than Indianapolis.

That is unreal, and shows how awesome we have drafted over the years.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Any one going to the game next weekend?

[dmbhoosier21]

Any one going to the game next weekend?

If by going you mean "in spirit" then hell yes.

I wish I can go, the dome is gonna be rockin' :thumbsup

[Tak_a_Tak]

If by going you mean "in spirit" then hell yes.

I wish I can go, the dome is gonna be rockin' :thumbsup

I don't know if our extra ticket has been claimed yet....that is if you're up to it.

[dmbhoosier21]

I don't know if our extra ticket has been claimed yet....that is if you're up to it.

If I had any extra $ layin around, I'd def. be up for it.

Thanks for the offer though :thumbsup You're the man Tak.

[dmbhoosier21]

truth: None of the Colts starters (offense AND defense) have played for any other team other than Indianapolis.

That is unreal, and shows how awesome we have drafted over the years.

:thumbsup Definitely.

Credit goes to the stability of the franchise and everyone knowing exactly what the team needs - from the coaches to the scouts.

[dmbhoosier21]

Upcoming Unrestricted Free Agents.

Clark
Jake Scott (G)
Lilja (G)
Josh Thomas (DE)
Rocky Boimann (LB)
Moorehead (WR)
Klecko (DT)

I think we all know who is going to be priority #1.

Apparently, according to the Indy Star, the signing of Sanders not only locked him up, but it has drastically increased our chances of keeping Clark"

"It effectively ensured that another front-line player who will be an unrestricted free agent at season's end -- tight end Dallas Clark -- will remain with the team in 2008. That's because if a long-term deal can't be reached, the Colts will resort to Plan B: the franchise tag. For Clark, that would be a one-year contract worth more than $4.5 million."
-Indy Star

:bounce

As with both the offensive guards, whatever Manning wants, Manning should get relative to his offensive line. I don't even care if (hypothetically) it's b/w signing Clark or keeping or getting what Manning wants for his offensive line. Everything starts at the offensive line, I don't care how great Manning is or his weapons, Indy having a stable, consistent, shutdown offensive line is vital. That's obvious.

As for the linebackers. I love Rob Morris, but both Tajuan Hagler and Clint Session have played pretty good. It will be b/w those two for the starting Sam LB next season. Hagler has been injury prone, and I've been really impressed with Session, but I guess we'll see. Basically Boimann is out.

Depth at the D-line position is obviously very important so it would be nice to keep both those guys, I doubt they will be expensive.

Moorehead .... eh, don't care. Stay or go.

Oh and with the emergence of Indy's young DTs, Booger might be out next year considering his price tag. I think I'd be ok with this.


GO COLTS!

[Tak_a_Tak]

Anyone have the Vegas odds on if Marvin makes it into the game or not this weekend?


:shrug

[dmbhoosier21]

Anyone have the Vegas odds on if Marvin makes it into the game or not this weekend?


:shrug

Who the hell knows, not even gonna hope for it. It'll just be a pleasant (unexpected) surprise if he does play.

On a brighter note .....

Bob Sanders - NFL Defensive player of the Year :bounce

[Dancing Ants]

truth: None of the Colts starters (offense AND defense) have played for any other team other than Indianapolis.

That is unreal, and shows how awesome we have drafted over the years.

Booger McFarland played for Tampa last year...is he not a starter anymore?

[dmbhoosier21]

Booger McFarland played for Tampa last year...is he not a starter anymore?

He was injured even before the season started.

Injuries was just all over the place this season on both sides of the ball.

[LivWarriors45]

And yet, even with all of those injuries, we were probably two plays away from going 16-0 (I find it hard to believe we wouldn't have beaten the Titans had we played everybody in the last week.)

[Dancing Ants]

He was injured even before the season started.

Injuries was just all over the place this season on both sides of the ball.

he hasn't played at all this year? shows i much i watch the colts huh?

but back to the point....that's pretty amazing the whole organization is homegrown.

[VanHorneDog]

i wont lie, i hope you guys lose.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Bob Sanders - NFL Defensive player of the Year :bounce

:thumbsup

That is awesome!

[Tak_a_Tak]

i wont lie, i hope you guys lose.

I guess looking at the positive side of things, as least you're not a lier. I can't say I like anything else though....

[Tak_a_Tak]

he hasn't played at all this year? shows i much i watch the colts huh?

but back to the point....that's pretty amazing the whole organization is homegrown.

I don't even want to think what you line would be like if Booger and Frerney were still in the starting line up.

:shrug

[dmbhoosier21]

I don't even want to think what you line would be like if Booger and Frerney were still in the starting line up.

:shrug

The whole defensive line was a weekly patch work for Dungy and his staff.

Other than Brackett, the LBs have also been banged up this season.

Our secondary, thankfully has been relatively healthy other than Bethea towards the end of the seaon.

and the offense .....:BANG I just hope Diem and the rest of the line are healthy and ready.

[dmbgodagirl41]

Just so you know, I talked to my friend, Jacques, who is a starting DE for San Diego. I told him that if he doesn't sack Manning at least 3 times, he's gonna get a punch to the mule.

SCREWWWWWWWWWWWED ;)

[dmbhoosier21]

Just so you know, I talked to my friend, Jacques, who is a starting DE for San Diego. I told him that if he doesn't sack Manning at least 3 times, he's gonna get a punch to the mule.

SCREWWWWWWWWWWWED ;)

Isn't that against the rules .... that's tampering.

You guys are most definitely taking on the persona of your team .... cheaters!

[dmbgodagirl41]

Isn't that against the rules .... that's tampering.

You guys are most definitely taking on the persona of your team .... cheaters!
How is that any different than when the coach says the same thing?
Jacques was also on my fantasy team, so the first few weeks I told him that he had to do well or I'd kill him. Not my fault no one else in the league is friends with anyone in the NFL.

[dmbhoosier21]

How is that any different than when the coach says the same thing?
Jacques was also on my fantasy team, so the first few weeks I told him that he had to do well or I'd kill him. Not my fault no one else in the league is friends with anyone in the NFL.

:lol

Tampering!

(I apologize if my sarcasm wasn't detectable on my previous post, I was just kidding around)

[Tak_a_Tak]

Just so you know, I talked to my friend, Jacques, who is a starting DE for San Diego. I told him that if he doesn't sack Manning at least 3 times, he's gonna get a punch to the mule.

SCREWWWWWWWWWWWED ;)

I'm sure it wouldn't hurt anyway. 1- you're a girl. 2 - If he's juice'n with the rest of the line, his nutsack is all dried up anyway.

Just so you know, I talked to my friend, Jacques, who is a starting DE for San Diego.

Give me a break! We all know you don't have any friends outside of Ants. Come to think of it, I'm not all that sure about Ants either.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Game Day!!!!!!

Me and the boys are having a chili cook off for tailgate food. Today is going to be a blast!

:D

[dreamingtreeIU]

i had the choice of partying on a colts bus (tailgating) 8am til the pm or come down to bloomington, party at my place, wake up watch the game with a bunch of fans and then go to the IU bball game afterward... i chose the later


regardless, GO HORSE

[jaking1185]

Good luck today.

[Dancing Ants]

ok...so are the Colts just not playing very well or are the Chargers better than I thought...? Cause I really thought the Colts would just handle them today.

[DMBZeppelin]

ok...so are the Colts just not playing very well or are the Chargers better than I thought...? Cause I really thought the Colts would just handle them today.
The Chargers went 14-2 last year. They got off to a slow start this year. With new coaches and coordinators comes new systems. It's definitely a talented team though.

Though I think the refs are helping out the Colts. That was a TD at the end of the half. They looked at the "holding" and it was total B.S., then just now with the phantom pass interference call.

[chr35919]

close game. go bolts!