Go Colts.

[dmbmuskie]

What a game! I swear I aged 10 years in the last 10 minutes.

[MacGuyver]

best game i've seen in a LONG time. although that interception should have stood int he first place. bullshit.

[SmoothD41]

we had no business being in that game....That game should have been over about 3 times before it actually was. They made it interesting, which I predicted they would at half time, but I never...EVER thought they were going to pull it out.

I have a horrible, all too familiar feeling right now. If not this year, when the hell is it going to be? Everything was lined up perfectly. Resigning Edge, Wayne, Freeney, Saturday....pretty huge offseason for us.

Go Broncos.

[dmbmuskie]

we had no business being in that game....That game should have been over about 3 times before it actually was. They made it interesting, which I predicted they would at half time, but I never...EVER thought they were going to pull it out.

I have a horrible, all too familiar feeling right now. If not this year, when the hell is it going to be? Everything was lined up perfectly. Resigning Edge, Wayne, Freeney, Saturday....pretty huge offseason for us.

Go Broncos.

I thought you guys had bussiness being in the game up until the overturned intersception. You're offense is just scary explosive. Everything after that point is sort of blurry and surreal to me. Bill Simmons talked about how he called his dad one night after a Red Sox collapse just to make sure his dad was alive, and I thought my dad was going to have the big one while David was running down the field. He was screaming no, and was redded than any human being I have ever seen. I think we'll be the class of the AFC for atleast the next 5 years, along with New Engalnd, so I'm sure that wasn't the last time we run into each other in .

[racinfan]

38-10 colts

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.....

[SmoothD41]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.....

yeah, i was wrong...big deal. About 90 percent of the country was wrong with me, Including the state of Pennsylvania. I think the only state that "thought" the Steelers would win was Mass. with its bitter Patriots fans.

[racinfan]

I've never seen that guy before... I'm not sure he's a Steelers fan. Could be a Pats fan hoping they don't have to play the Colts again.

Been a big fan for years. Just don't post much on the football threads.

[shoegal_97]

we had no business being in that game....That game should have been over about 3 times before it actually was. They made it interesting, which I predicted they would at half time, but I never...EVER thought they were going to pull it out.

I have a horrible, all too familiar feeling right now. If not this year, when the hell is it going to be? Everything was lined up perfectly. Resigning Edge, Wayne, Freeney, Saturday....pretty huge offseason for us.

Go Broncos.


Ditto

[Bron Yr Aur]

we had no business being in that game....That game should have been over about 3 times before it actually was. They made it interesting, which I predicted they would at half time, but I never...EVER thought they were going to pull it out.

I have a horrible, all too familiar feeling right now. If not this year, when the hell is it going to be? Everything was lined up perfectly. Resigning Edge, Wayne, Freeney, Saturday....pretty huge offseason for us.

Go Broncos.

You sound like you don't want to be disappointed in that first paragraph....

Yeah, I'm definitely a Bears fan, but was most definitely pulling for the Colts. When they got that fumble, I figured the game was over. I think the biggest mistake was not just going for the first down on 3rd and 2 at the end. I mean, they get a first down, they've still got 20 seconds left to go to the end zone instead of having a relatively long field goal try. And I can't believe Vanderjagt screwed up so bad. I mean, last year he was one of the best in the league.

Damn, I really am a Peyton Manning fan...really hope he doesn't go down like Marino...the guy seems like a good guy, and he's a damn good player.

[dmbmuskie]

Damn, I really am a Peyton Manning fan...really hope he doesn't go down like Marino...the guy seems like a good guy, and he's a damn good player.

I'm not trying to cause trouble here, but I don't think Manning should be mentioned in the same breath as Marino or Elway until he won. Marino never had a running game, and Elway didn't win until TD showed up. Manning has a top 5 back at his disposal, but they fold when the play tough teams in the playoffs. He's a great QB for sure, but I think his reputation gets tarnhished a little with each playoff loss.

[Carbon Copy]

some people just cant win big games. and its sad.

[dmbhoosier21]

some people just cant win big games. and its sad.

Unfortunately no Colts fan can argue with that.....its really seems to be true

[onemoredrink41]

I hate manning! tooo bad! so sorry! Even playing at home, what more do you want! And had a few plays go to them.

[Newfiedmbfan]

You sound like you don't want to be disappointed in that first paragraph....

Yeah, I'm definitely a Bears fan, but was most definitely pulling for the Colts. When they got that fumble, I figured the game was over. I think the biggest mistake was not just going for the first down on 3rd and 2 at the end. I mean, they get a first down, they've still got 20 seconds left to go to the end zone instead of having a relatively long field goal try. And I can't believe Vanderjagt screwed up so bad. I mean, last year he was one of the best in the league.

Damn, I really am a Peyton Manning fan...really hope he doesn't go down like Marino...the guy seems like a good guy, and he's a damn good player.

I don't think he is as good a guy as ppl seem to think. I loved how he ripped his o-line after the game.

Classy.

[SteelerMan]

I don't think he is as good a guy as ppl seem to think. I loved how he ripped his o-line after the game.

Classy.

Agreed. Colts fans, at least you won't have to watch the Patriots win another Super Bowl. I'm pretty thrilled with that myself.

[waywayNCSU]

Peyton is a choke-master, starting with his career at Tennessee, he hasnt won when it counted in like 10 years.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I don't think he is as good a guy as ppl seem to think. I loved how he ripped his o-line after the game.

Classy.


edit: I'm not even going to go there.

[racinfan]

The Mods need to change the name of this thread to "Stay home Colts."

[larrythelegend_]

From a Denver newspaper:

Nice postgame performance by Peyton Manning. Which reminds me. Memo to Post staffers near and far: I want to be a good teammate and all, but y'all have been using way too many clichés lately. ...

Manning, by the way, turns 30 in March. He has been in the league for eight seasons and hasn't appeared in a Super Bowl, much less won one. Makes you appreciate a guy named Elway, does it? ...

Colts GM Bill Polian, when asked by reporters about the notion that Manning couldn't win the Big One: "That's a theory that holds about as much water as my thumbnail." ...

A punter/kickoff guy forces a fumble and a quarterback makes a season-saving tackle after a fumble. And you wonder why we keep watching these games. It's called great theater. And better yet, it's unscripted. ...

[lillerfm]

With his post-game comments I have lost all respect for Manning...grow up and act like a leader.

[Steelers36]

Maybe if Peyton let some one else call a play once in a while, the TEAM might win. On 3rd and 2, why not hand off to Edge to get the first down when there is less than 30 seconds left and two timeouts. Not Manning, he is going for the fucking endzone. He needs to let the o.c. make a call once in a while.

[thegreatr1]

I have my theories for why the Colts lost, but I don't care to dive into that, I'm just happy the Steelers came out on top.

However, as much as I don't like the guy, I have to stick up for Peyton. People continue to talk about him choking every year and whatnot, but honestly, in this decade thusfar, you could make similair cases for a ton of QB's. Peyton Manning, Donovan McNabb, Ben Roethlisberger (granted, he was a rookie, but still), Matt Hasselbeck, hell, even the all-american boy Breet Favre.

Bottom line is, one team wins. 3 of the past 4 years, that winner has been the Patriots and Mr. Brady. Everyone else can, and at some point is, lumped into the "choke" category. I think a lot of people need to put into perspective...32 teams, 1 winner.

[jay41]

Peyton's never gonna win the big one :thumbsup

[jay41]

Donovan McNabb

Donovan atleast got his team to the Super Bowl. That much can't be said for golden boy Peyton Manning :lol

[thegreatr1]

trying to be as objective as possible, which is hard because mcnabb is one of my favorite players...but it took him 4 tries. and even once he did, the ensuing articles all screamed choke. bottom line is, unless your name is brady, someone could make the case.

[waywayNCSU]

When you are a 1 seed and you loose to a 6 seed...its a choke. Peyton hasnt won a big game yet, going back to Tennessee, when he always got them there, then lost. As soon as he left Tenn they won the national championship. He just cant do it.

[cbsauder]

I dont think the steelers defense gets enough credit. everyone says "peyton choked" but they really did figure out a way to stop him. i don't know, maybe thats the same thing.

[GoLdpHiShDMB]

:lol @ ESPN and any other Sports media for making the Colts seem like they were going 17-0 and winning the superbowl. Well Done.

GO EAGLES!

[RJ2kWJ]

Only god thing about the Colts right now... is that we might begetting Reggie from them. :D Thanks ahead of time just incase...

[dmbgodagirl41]

:lol @ ESPN and any other Sports media for making the Colts seem like they were going 17-0 and winning the superbowl. Well Done.

GO EAGLES!
cough*at least the colts made the plaoyffs and the whole team isn't made up of nothing but overrated loud mouth assholes who think they are so good but they actually suck*cough

[dmbgodagirl41]

I dont think the steelers defense gets enough credit. everyone says "peyton choked" but they really did figure out a way to stop him. i don't know, maybe thats the same thing.

peyton = today's marino.

he'll be MVP a million years in a row. He'll break every passing/TD record. He will never have a SB ring.

at least that's what I think:shrug

[SteelerMan]

When you are a 1 seed and you loose to a 6 seed...its a choke. Peyton hasnt won a big game yet, going back to Tennessee, when he always got them there, then lost. As soon as he left Tenn they won the national championship. He just cant do it.

You can't say they choked because they lost to a 6 seed. It's not like the NCAA tournament where the quality gap between a #1 seed and a #16 seed is enormous. I also don't think anyone would say that the Steelers are only the 6th best team in the AFC.

[GoLdpHiShDMB]

cough*at least the colts made the plaoyffs and the whole team isn't made up of nothing but overrated loud mouth assholes who think they are so good but they actually suck*coughYou mean full of pro bowl players? You're all lucky we're losing TO and didn't have healthy players this year... It's on in the 06:violent

E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLES!!!!!

[RJ2kWJ]

You can't say they choked because they lost to a 6 seed. It's not like the NCAA tournament where the quality gap between a #1 seed and a #16 seed is enormous. I also don't think anyone would say that the Steelers are only the 6th best team in the AFC.

Pretty sure right now we can rank them as first or 2nd best in the AFC... then after Sunday... we will know which one of those they are. :lol

[DeadDmb]

cough*at least the colts made the plaoyffs and the whole team isn't made up of nothing but overrated loud mouth assholes who think they are so good but they actually suck*cough


give them a break they've been to the superbowl and 3 nfc championships in the last 4 years, they deseerved an off year

[SteelerMan]

cough*at least the colts made the plaoyffs and the whole team isn't made up of nothing but overrated loud mouth assholes who think they are so good but they actually suck*cough

You're right. Mike McMahon and Ryan Moats are overrated, loud mouth assholes. :rolleyes

[dmbgodagirl41]

give them a break they've been to the superbowl and 3 nfc championships in the last 4 years, they deseerved an off year

fine, but don't run your mouth if your team sucked it up.

[DeadDmb]

haha fair enough, that's why i haven't said anything about my amazing niners.

[Evans]

as a lifelong Baltimore sports fan, I have to say I was feeling incredibly ecstatic watching the Steelers handle the Colts. No perfect season, no super bowl for the Colts....hehe....i'm all giddy.

[dmbgodagirl41]

haha fair enough, that's why i haven't said anything about my amazing niners.

you can't hate the niners...seriously. That'd be like hating on Arizona. I just hate the Eagles, so that's usually the only team where I'll tell a fan who does the "E-A-GLORIFIED CHICKENS" chant or whatever that their team in fact sucks and they should stick to Chunky Commercials rather than play football :)

[dmbgodagirl41]

as a lifelong Baltimore sports fan, I have to say I was feeling incredibly ecstatic watching the Steelers handle the Colts. No perfect season, no super bowl for the Colts....hehe....i'm all giddy.

COLTS SHOULD BE IN BALTIMORE!!!!!!!!

..not.....bitter......

[Tak_a_Tak]

Only god thing about the Colts right now... is that we might begetting Reggie from them. :D Thanks ahead of time just incase...

Don't hold you breath on that one. I'll be very shocked if Reggie is not here next year.



And for eveyone who says Peyton choked, give me a break. The entire team was choked. They all looked like shit, and got their ass handed to them. Yes, Peyton played like shit, but so did everyone else. Don't just give Peyton all the credit.

[RJ2kWJ]

Don't hold you breath on that one. I'll be very shocked if Reggie is not here next year.



And for eveyone who says Peyton choked, give me a break. The entire team was choked. They all looked like shit, and got their ass handed to them. Yes, Peyton played like shit, but so did everyone else. Don't just give Peyton all the credit.

Oh I know its way out there... but I can always hope. I did enjoy his comments on wanting to be with his buddies from the U over in DC.

[dmbhoosier21]

Peyton is going to get blamed (justified or not). Its just part of being a QB, especially one that is as highly touted as he is. And i don't think there's anything wrong with that. As much credit as he gets for all the success (unfortunately all the success has been in the regular season) he does "deserve" to get most of the blame.

But don't get me wrong, i agree the whole team played like shit

I still cant manage to read the local sports page or watch sportscenter......damn it why did they have to choke again

and ummm, no, reggie wayne is staying right where he is

[thegreatr1]

you can't hate the niners...seriously. That'd be like hating on Arizona. I just hate the Eagles, so that's usually the only team where I'll tell a fan who does the "E-A-GLORIFIED CHICKENS" chant or whatever that their team in fact sucks and they should stick to Chunky Commercials rather than play football :)

There are 3 types of Eagles fans.
1. The stereotypical fans that everyone hates (yelling the Eagles chant at DMB concerts, etc)
2. Enthusiastic Eagles fans that will sitll support the team no matter what, but also aren't ignorant bastards
3. The closet Eagles fans who are afraid to admit it because for whatever reason, everyone hates the Eagles now

You should really know what type of fan you're talking to before you start acting like an asshole. I lived in Pittsburgh for 4 years and have been applauded up and down for not being a stereotypical Eagles fan, but rather a fan of the team and good football.

[SteelerMan]

you can't hate the niners...seriously. That'd be like hating on Arizona.

Wait... Arizona has four Super Bowls?

[Evans]

COLTS SHOULD BE IN BALTIMORE!!!!!!!!

..not.....bitter......

I would be less bitter if they at least (1) changed the name, (2) changed the uniforms, and (3) were no longer owned by anyone connected with those Irsay folks...they'll always be the b-more colts with that blue and white uniform and the horseshoe.

I do respect Peyton though, I have nothing against him, though i must say it was a bit classless to rag on your teammates after the game the way he did.

[skatcat]

I would be less bitter if they at least (1) changed the name, (2) changed the uniforms, and (3) were no longer owned by anyone connected with those Irsay folks...they'll always be the b-more colts with that blue and white uniform and the horseshoe.

I do respect Peyton though, I have nothing against him, though i must say it was a bit classless to rag on your teammates after the game the way he did.

So you respect a guy that rags on his teammates. NICE! Like i pointed out in another thread, look at his record from h.s. to now in big games. He has a TON to prove. OVERRATED!

[Evans]

So you respect a guy that rags on his teammates. NICE! Like i pointed out in another thread, look at his record from h.s. to now in big games. He has a TON to prove. OVERRATED!

He can still be respected if he missteps. Have you ever made a mistake? Should everyone lose respect for you forever for your mistake? Or are you just that unforgiving of a person?

[skatcat]

It's not about losing respect, i respect him as a "good" qb. And when you keep making the same "mistake" over and over, it gets harder to overlook. The boy just dont like the pressure.

[dmbhoosier21]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2340118

Reggie Wayne!


but its too early to get my hopes up again, I usually wait till mid-season before really believin' that it's their year this year to set me up for :lorraine in the playoffs

[Tak_a_Tak]

Nice, I didn't hear that today. I even have a buddy that works over there and he didn't call me. Not cool about James, but I think we all saw that one coming.

[dmbhoosier21]

Nice, I didn't hear that today. I even have a buddy that works over there and he didn't call me. Not cool about James, but I think we all saw that one coming.

Yeah i know, i use to think we'd be alright without James but the way he played and the way our running game (the stretch play) is, i dont know how they are going to replace him.

[dmbhoosier21]

Too bad Ricky Williams had to be stupid......Ricky Williams in a Colts uniform would have been nice

[SmoothD41]

well, Edge has left us for Arizona

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2365467

:(, I knew he wasn't going to stay but it still hurts to see him go. Hell of a running back, and I'm going to miss his unique personality.

Also, Triplett has signed with the Bills and Thornton is going to sign with the Titans probably. We are looking to draft Laurence Maroney, which would be a hell of a pick and a solid replacement for the Edge.

[Tak_a_Tak]

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[dmbmuskie]

It sucks being good doesn't it guys? I think you guys will be alright though. My immediate reaction was that this a great signing for the Cards, but not really a huge loss for you. They add a top 3 back who does it all, but you guys saved a ton of money to use on improving the O-line and defesne. You weren't getting it done with him when it mattered so maybe you can go all the way improving other places and bringing in someone knew. Even with the lumps we're both going to take this offseason it's a safe bet to place that we'll be playing in January.

[dmbhoosier21]

:BANG

expected it, but it still sucks

Edge is an amazing back

[Tak_a_Tak]

It sucks being good doesn't it guys? I think you guys will be alright though. My immediate reaction was that this a great signing for the Cards, but not really a huge loss for you. They add a top 3 back who does it all, but you guys saved a ton of money to use on improving the O-line and defesne. You weren't getting it done with him when it mattered so maybe you can go all the way improving other places and bringing in someone knew. Even with the lumps we're both going to take this offseason it's a safe bet to place that we'll be playing in January.

I'm sure you're right. I didn't really think there was any way to keep him, but damn, did he have to sign so quick? He should of at least talked to one more team. Mayby even give the colts a chance.

The Steelers looking to take any major hits? Is Randle El gonna leave?

[SmoothD41]

The Steelers looking to take any major hits? Is Randle El gonna leave?

already did

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2365504

now they have 2-3 good WRs, but they are all under 6 feet tall....

edit: Brandon Lloyd is listed at 6 feet exactly...but Patten, Moss and Randle El are all 5 foot 10

[dmbmuskie]

El losing is really just a small blip on the offseason radar for most knowledgeable Steelers fans. For 31 million they can have him. I'm much more concerned with keeping Hope, Kimo, and Keisel for next year, and getting Ben and Troy locked up forever.

I'm pretty sure this is your first big time defection, but really don't sweat it. Good organizations find a way to replace their stars, and you're a good organization. The Cards are no longer in the market for a RB in the 1st round which will change the whole look of the 1st rd, and one of the backs is almost assured to fall to late in the 1st rd.

[Tak_a_Tak]

already did

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2365504

now they have 2-3 good WRs, but they are all under 6 feet tall....

edit: Brandon Lloyd is listed at 6 feet exactly...but Patten, Moss and Randle El are all 5 foot 10

Holy shit! I new he would be a good deal after last season, but damn, that's a joke! Who would have guess, the Redskins throwing around money?

:haha

[dmbhoosier21]

Thornton is gone too

How much room do we have in our cap space?

there are some good defensive free agent players out there, wonder if we have a shot to sign some people

[Tak_a_Tak]

I want to say we were somewhere around 10 or 12 million under the cap after Peyton and Marvin redid their deal. We'll need some of that for a RB now, but like I've said for the five years, we need to go after a good shut-down corner. I don't know that there are any out there, but we need one bad.

What's up with Simon? Didn't he have a one year deal? Is he going to be back, or you think he's gone too?

[SmoothD41]

ESPNEWS and WTHR are reporting that we have just agreed in principle with Adam Vinatieri. Wow, goodbye Vandy!

[Tak_a_Tak]

Holy shit! Are you kidding me?!?!?

I gotta go check this out........

[dmbgodagirl41]

awesome, now the colts will have a clutch kicker they won't use when they don't get to the superbowl.

[Tak_a_Tak]

:monkey


This makes me happy, not so much they we're getting a good kicker, also not so much that we're taking the kicker from the Pats, but because now there is not need for us to keep Cortez!!

:monkey

[SmoothD41]

awesome, now the colts will have a clutch kicker they won't use when they don't get to the superbowl.

it's ok to be bitter, dont hide it :thumbsup. I would be too.

[dmbgodagirl41]

it's ok to be bitter, dont hide it :thumbsup. I would be too.

Eh, not so much bitter, more disgusted. I think I'm just upset with the blatant lack of loyalty that pro sports now has. Meh:shrug just makes me sad.

[SmoothD41]

Eh, not so much bitter, more disgusted. I think I'm just upset with the blatant lack of loyalty that pro sports now has. Meh:shrug just makes me sad.

i definitely hear you there, it's the worst in baseball.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Vinatieri, the NFL’s leading scorer in 2004, is a career 81.9 percent field-goal kicker, having made 263 of 321 attempts. He also has handled kickoff duties throughout his career. He has 61 career touchbacks, including a career-high 10 last season.

That's gonna help sooo much. The Colts had to be at the bottom on the number of touch backs the last few years.

Anyone here how much $$ this is gonn a count against the cap?

[Tak_a_Tak]

Anyone planning on going to a game this year, but don't have tickets yet? Good luck.....


:eek


http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060412/SPORTS03/604120537/1100

[Tak_a_Tak]

Let's go Blue!

[FlNKLE]

BELIEVE IN BLUE... any season ticket holders??

[UNC41]

BELIEVE IN BLUE... any season ticket holders??

LACES OUT!!!

[Tak_a_Tak]

What the hell?!?

[Tak_a_Tak]

BELIEVE IN BLUE... any season ticket holders??

Me.

:D

[DrinkNoH2O]

I'll be there in spirit, I just moved to SoCal but I am gonna be sporting my Peyton jersey non-stop... I just hope I can see a decent number of games (our cable company sucks!)

[UNC41]

What the hell?!?

Look at his name, go watch Ace Ventura and comprehend.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Look at his name, go watch Ace Ventura and comprehend.


No, no, I was talking about the on-side right out of the gate.


I knew where the Ace reference came from.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I'll be there in spirit, I just moved to SoCal but I am gonna be sporting my Peyton jersey non-stop... I just hope I can see a decent number of games (our cable company sucks!)
:thumbsup

[Tak_a_Tak]

Damn, that looked just like last year.


:thumbsdown

[SmoothD41]

season ticket holder here, this will be me and my buddy's 4th year

touchback and 53 yard FG so far for Vinatieri....did Vandy EVER have a touchback?

God damnit, down goes Brackett.

[Tak_a_Tak]

touchback and 53 yard FG so far for Vinatieri....did Vandy EVER have a touchback?


I"m thinking no, hell he couldn't even get the damn thing into the end zone.


Damn, gave up a td

[Heavy As Stone]

All I care about is that first drive.

Its going to be one helluva season for the BLUE


Edit:

1200! GO COLTS! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO

[El Papa]

E-a-g-l-e-s!

[dmbhoosier21]

All I care about is that first drive.

Its going to be one helluva season for the BLUE


Edit:

1200! GO COLTS! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO



Same here

Defense looked bad but half the starters didn't play so I'm not too worried about it




GO COLTS!

[Tak_a_Tak]

E-a-g-l-e-s!

:lol

[FlNKLE]

Look at his name, go watch Ace Ventura and comprehend.

yeah.. my last names hinkle so all my buddies decided to call me finkle.. so its stuck since then..

but anyways colts didnt look too bad tonight... we looked good on the first possession... remember last year we went 0-4 in preseason so maybe its a sign.......

[dmbmuskie]

You guys are my preseason favorite, which takes a lot of gumption for me to admit after bashing you for the entire 2005 season.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I thought we look ok. The running game was a big let down. Only 32 total yards?!? That's a joke. People are gonna have to step up with the loss of James if were going to make a run this year.

Most of the starters on the D side did not play at all, so with 2nd and 3rd stringers in there for the first game I thought did alright. I just hope they can keep it together this year and not let up/let down like last year.

[Tak_a_Tak]

You guys are my preseason favorite, which takes a lot of gumption for me to admit after bashing you for the entire 2005 season.

That's pretty big coming from a Steelers fan!

Why did you bash the Colts all year last year? Just due to the media hype?

[dmbhoosier21]

Marlin Jackson was horrible last night

[dmbhoosier21]

That's pretty big coming from a Steelers fan!

Why did you bash the Colts all year last year? Just due to the media hype?

Everyone bashed the colts last year, and it will be the same this year because of the media around the team

[Tak_a_Tak]

Marlin Jackson was horrible last night
I agree. He better get that shit down if he's going to stay over at corner. I was a little suprised when I head they were going to move him over, but if it works out, I think it will make a huge improvment.

[dmbmuskie]

That's pretty big coming from a Steelers fan!

Why did you bash the Colts all year last year? Just due to the media hype?

I thought you guys were soft and could be pushed around until you kicked our ass. It turned out you're corners weren't that good and you could attack pretty easy on 3 step drops.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Everyone bashed the colts last year, and it will be the same this year because of the media around the team
Ya, I understand that. I was just wondering if there was a real reason he bashed the Colt's. I get that is sucks when all the media is talking about one team all the time and other teams that are doing great don't the coverage they should. It pisses me off too. I didn't like the Colt's getting all the hype they did. I hope they don't get as much this year, but I think the machine is already set in motion.

[dmbmuskie]

My hatred had nothing to do with the media coverage. I watch a ton of football and I thought the D was just too small to compete against the big boys of the NFL. I was definitely wrong. One of the plays I'll never forget from last year is Freeney lifting Marvel Smith off his feet and planting him on his ass quicker than I have ever seen happen.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I thought you guys were soft and could be pushed around until you kicked our ass. It turned out you're corners weren't that good and you could attack pretty easy on 3 step drops.

Ya, our coners sucked, and I don't see them much better this year. If Jackson can pick up the coverage, I think that will help. I biggest problem is when we play teams that have a good tight-end. There is always a big whole in the cover 2 that allowes them to be open. I was shocked in the first game that the Seelers didn't expose that. But, in the playoff game they really took advantage of it, passing to him several times on their first two drives and scoring each time.

[UNC41]

You guys are my preseason favorite, which takes a lot of gumption for me to admit after bashing you for the entire 2005 season.

I'm going with Carolina as my preseason favorite.

[dmbmuskie]

I don't understand why the Colts don't have more traditional Cover 2 corners who might not be that physical, but can flat out fly around the field. The ret of the defense is that way, but then you have Marlin Jackson out there plodding along.

[dmbmuskie]

I'm going with Carolina as my preseason favorite.

I think they have too many Divas.

[UNC41]

I think they have too many Divas.

I think they are the most complete team in football.

[dmbmuskie]

I think they are the most complete team in football.

I'd agree with that, but the best team doesn't always win.

[dmbgodagirl41]

:lol Colts.

[dmbgodagirl41]

I'm going with Carolina as my preseason favorite.
whats up, Stuart Scott? I didn't know you posted here! :)

[dmbhoosier21]

My hatred had nothing to do with the media coverage. I watch a ton of football and I thought the D was just too small to compete against the big boys of the NFL. I was definitely wrong. One of the plays I'll never forget from last year is Freeney lifting Marvel Smith off his feet and planting him on his ass quicker than I have ever seen happen.

Yeah, that's Dungy's defense, he goes for quickness and speed instead of size and bruit strength, it's all about getting the right players. Our D-line is small but quick (small outside of Simon)

I like our defense outside our corners - our safeties are hard-hitters (Doss and Sanders) but can be a little shaky on coverage - goes too much for those highlight hits, instead of wrapping up and taking a guy down - drove me crazy last year

Our backers are solid outside of the unproven guy from Purdue, Gardner I think

I am not too worried about the running game - same core of O-line with the same offensive scheme with Manning - we'll be alright on offense (ummmm, obviously)

And yeah, I hate the media hype

It's the same story for past 3 years - everyone knows Indy is going to be a very good team - the question is are they going to be able to translate their success to the postseason - I for one really hope so, I can't take another heartbreaking playoff collapse.

edit: one preseason game and I am already in love with Vinateri (sp?)

saw a stat on local paper saying Vinateri had 10 touchbacks last year while the colts have had 10 TOTAL touchback since 2001

[nlowe]

God bless the O.P.

GO COLTS!

[dmbmuskie]

As long as you figure out someway to block the 2-4 and 3-4 scheme that everyone is going to throw your way you will be fine. If you don't Manning won't continue is streak very long because he took a beathing from Merriman and Porter.

[UNC41]

I'd agree with that, but the best team doesn't always win.

I still can't find myself to trust Manning in a big game. He'll have to prove me wrong before I can.

[nlowe]

As long as you figure out someway to block the 2-4 and 3-4 scheme that everyone is going to throw your way you will be fine. If you don't Manning won't continue is streak very long because he took a beathing from Merriman and Porter.

Im just glad my QB doesnt ride a bike...

[UNC41]

whats up, Stuart Scott? I didn't know you posted here! :)

Booya! I've got two good eyes fortunately. Stuart Scott has been on the decline for a while, but the Running of the Sausages commerical with him in it is money. Absolutely hillarous.

And yes, the Panthers are my pick.

[dmbmuskie]

Im just glad my QB doesnt ride a bike...

I'm the resident asshole Steelers fan just so you know. While Ben may have crashed his bike this summer, it was actually because he was checking out his Super Bowl ring that Manning doesn't have.

[dmbhoosier21]

As long as you figure out someway to block the 2-4 and 3-4 scheme that everyone is going to throw your way you will be fine. If you don't Manning won't continue is streak very long because he took a beathing from Merriman and Porter.

That guy owned the Colts. It was unbelievable how much he was in the backfield.

With Porter, most of the Pitt game I spent pacing back and forth in my living room yelling all kinds of obscenities, so don't really remember.

[dmbmuskie]

With Porter, most of the Pitt game I spent pacing back and forth in my living room yelling all kinds of obscenities, so don't really remember.

That was the most emotionally draining football game I ever remember. I thought we had won the game 3 times only to have something unexplicable happen.

[dmbhoosier21]

I still can't find myself to trust Manning in a big game. He'll have to prove me wrong before I can.

I use to rant and rave when anyone said something like that but now ......:o I am on the same boat. I use to make excuses that people didnt block for him, there was no runnign game, the defense sucked, but as much praise and credit as he gets for the Colts' success; he deserves every bit of fault for the games they lose (esp. in the playoffs)

So yeah, I agree with you; I got no choice.

[dmbhoosier21]

That was the most emotionally draining football game I ever remember. I thought we had won the game 3 times only to have something unexplicable happen.

:lol Yes it was but at least you won

Although if the Colts would have somehow pulled it out, it would have been worse for the Pitt. fans cus the Steelers deserved to win

[dmbmuskie]

:lol Yes it was but at least you won

Although if the Colts would have somehow pulled it out, it would have been worse for the Pitt. fans cus the Steelers deserved to win

I really think the population of Pittsburgh, Northern WV, and SE Ohio would have been greatly reduced if Ben doesn't make the tackle. I'm all fired up about the game just thinking about it. Maybe it is on the NFL network onDEmand.

[FlNKLE]

That was the most emotionally draining football game I ever remember. I thought we had won the game 3 times only to have something unexplicable happen.

that was the worst day of my life.. once the colts lost the ball at the end i just left my buddies.. then when im pulling out one of them come out yelling for me saying bettis fumbled it.. i didnt believe it but i went in.. once i saw it i thought it was destined for us to win.. that just made it worse for me...

the one thing im worried about on defense is jason david.. i think all our other db's will have a good season.. im also worried about replacing thornton but we should be fine.. i think we let our talented lb's go all the time... marcus washington, mike peterson, now thornton.. hopefully we can keep cato and brackett

[nlowe]

I'm the resident asshole Steelers fan just so you know. While Ben may have crashed his bike this summer, it was actually because he was checking out his Super Bowl ring that Manning doesn't have.

:BANG

[markoconnor]

Adam Vinateri is going to be your bread and butter. As long as he's there you guys have a chance. Manning is this generations Marino. I just don't think he's gonna carry you to the Super Bowl.

GO STEELERS.

[dmbgodagirl41]

I'm the resident asshole Steelers fan just so you know. While Ben may have crashed his bike this summer, it was actually because he was checking out his Super Bowl ring that Manning doesn't have.
Yeah I'm sure. That or he was thinking about how he wishes he has three; like Tommy.

[dmbgodagirl41]

Adam Vinateri is going to be your bread and butter. As long as he's there you guys have a chance. Manning is this generations Marino. I just don't think he's gonna carry you to the Super Bowl.

GO STEELERS.
Yeah, good thing they got adam so they don't have to worry about him having to kick the winning field goal when the don't make it to the Super Bowl.

[UNC41]

Yeah, good thing they got adam so they don't have to worry about him having to kick the winning field goal when the don't make it to the Super Bowl.

And without Vinitari in New England, Brady isn't going to have to worry about winning any more rings.

[markoconnor]

Hey, I was trying to say something nice, but they were nearly handed that game and couldn't get the job done.

[nlowe]

Yeah I'm sure. That or he was thinking about how he wishes he has three; like Tommy.

Yea do me a favor and tell "tommy" that the world as a whole thinks he should just go ahead and come out of the closet. We are all tired of the charade.

[dmbmuskie]

Yeah I'm sure. That or he was thinking about how he wishes he has three; like Tommy.

My football nemesis is back.:violent

The Steelers have 5 rings, so you still have some catching up to do.

[dmbhoosier21]

My football nemesis is back.:violent

The Steelers have 5 rings, so you still have some catching up to do.

:lol She is everyone's football nemesis

[dmbmuskie]

:lol She is everyone's football nemesis

I don't have a problem with her, because it's a message board and I try to be toletrant of everyone, but I think my favorite Ants moment is when people who never posted in the Steelers thread held an intervention for her.

[Heavy As Stone]

I know its WAY early talk about this, but did anyone else think that King looked better than Sorgi last night? I've never been impressed with Sorgi's performance, but thought that King showed a lot of potential.

[Tak_a_Tak]

I know its WAY early talk about this, but did anyone else think that King looked better than Sorgi last night? I've never been impressed with Sorgi's performance, but thought that King showed a lot of potential.

I agree, I thought he looked pretty sharp. Plus, did you hear when they were talking about Sorgi having sholder problems already??? The guys in his third year, plus he's back up to Payton Manning for crying out loud!! When has even had the time to hurt his shoulder?!?

[nlowe]

I think King looked really good, but Sorgi has had some really good performances in the past. I like Sorgi

[UNC41]

I agree, I thought he looked pretty sharp. Plus, did you hear when they were talking about Sorgi having sholder problems already??? The guys in his third year, plus he's back up to Payton Manning for crying out loud!! When has even had the time to hurt his shoulder?!?

He crashed his bike the other week.

[Heavy As Stone]

He crashed his bike the other week.

Its not just that, though. I know the OL let him down multiple times, but, as an example, that first sack. He had his body turned a full 180 degrees, and seemed to completely forget everything behind him. He had better wake up gain some awareness. BUT, as I said, it is much too early to make any judgements. I've never really been impressed with him, though.

[SmoothD41]

Sorgi looked AWFUL last night. King didn't look too bad at all, but the bottom line is that we are undoubtedly screwed if #18 goes down.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Its not just that, though. I know the OL let him down multiple times, but, as an example, that first sack. He had his body turned a full 180 degrees, and seemed to completely forget everything behind him. He had better wake up gain some awareness. BUT, as I said, it is much too early to make any judgements. I've never really been impressed with him, though.


That first sack was not the O lines falt. The guy on the left end released and ran up field. He should have checked to make sure noone was coming from that side but he didn't, and he go planted for it.

:shrug

[Heavy As Stone]

Sorgi looked AWFUL last night. King didn't look too bad at all, but the bottom line is that we are undoubtedly screwed if #18 goes down.

I was thinking about that last night and it kinda freaked me out. If something happened to Peyton, we would seriously be fucked. He is, without question, the central nervous system of this team.

[UNC41]

Its not just that, though. I know the OL let him down multiple times, but, as an example, that first sack. He had his body turned a full 180 degrees, and seemed to completely forget everything behind him. He had better wake up gain some awareness. BUT, as I said, it is much too early to make any judgements. I've never really been impressed with him, though.

Did he really crash his bike? I just made that up.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Did he really crash his bike? I just made that up.


No, I'm pretty sure he didn't crash his bike. (And I'm pretty sure most of us knew you were joking, and what you were hinting at.)

But, they were saying he's having sholder problems.

[dmbhoosier21]

Go Colts!

:multi

[luke7]

Another Colts season is upon us. time to romp through the regular season and flop in the playoffs again.

[dmbhoosier21]

Another Colts season is upon us. time to romp through the regular season and flop in the playoffs again.

Thanks for your insightful post. That topic has been discussed at length even within the Colt's fanbase.

Trust me, we are all aware of it - more than anyone.

At least talk about how the Colt's might suffer because of the departure of Edge or our suspect secondary. Be creative in the your criticism of Indy.

[luke7]

Thanks for your insightful post. That topic has been discussed at length even within the Colt's fanbase.

Trust me, we are all aware of it - more than anyone.

At least talk about how the Colt's might suffer because of the departure of Edge or our suspect secondary. Be creative in the your criticism of Indy.

I said the same thing last season from start to finish and a few Colts fans on here jumped all on me.

I've also discussed how Manning is overrated for years.

[dmbhoosier21]

^ Yet another insightful critique of the game of football

We have heard it all before - come up with something with substance that has to do with the actual PLAYING of the game

Horrible Defense and a non-existent running game :BANG

LBs are just looking lost out there and the D-line is just being pushed around.



And yeah, I think Manning is the last thing the Colts should be worried about.

[dmbhoosier21]

Other than "Mr. Overrated" and the passing game along with Rob Morris and the special teams - the Colts looked horrible.

After the first game, it does look like we need Edge. Also does Freeney understand that getting sacks are just a part of what he has to do. Seriously, how many times did he just run up field while Tiki ran by him?

I understand that the D-line is built for speed and doing stunts is part of their defensive scheme, but with our LBs consistenly over-pursuing the play while Tiki just making cutbacks all night long - our defense does not look like it can stop anyone from running the ball.

:BANG - not a very promising start to the season

And before the Giant fans say anything about the call on the offensive pass interference - that call did not cost you the game - sloppy play with all those penalties and dropped balls (both by the offense and defense) is what cost you guys the game.

[SmoothD41]

a win is a win...go colts

rushing game needs some work, yes...but it's only week one. And if we can beat a good team like the Giants with only 55 rushing yards, that's pretty good.

[luke7]

^ Yet another insightful critique of the game of football

We have heard it all before - come up with something with substance that has to do with the actual PLAYING of the game

Horrible Defense and a non-existent running game :BANG

LBs are just looking lost out there and the D-line is just being pushed around.



And yeah, I think Manning is the last thing the Colts should be worried about.

I did that last year on here breaking down why I think he's overrated. Someone tried to put him in the same boat as Marinio and I explained the difference between the two to them etc ( Marino better ). So I' m not going to rehash it. It's not worth my time anymore. I'm not a Colts fan. I think Manning, Dungy are good guys and I love Marvin Harriosn. So I'll kindly say goodbye to this thread for now.

[Heavy As Stone]

I did that last year on here breaking down why I think he's overrated. Someone tried to put him in the same boat as Marinio and I explained the difference between the two to them etc ( Marino better ). So I' m not going to rehash it. It's not worth my time anymore. I'm not a Colts fan. I think Manning, Dungy are good guys and I love Marvin Harriosn. So I'll kindly say goodbye to this thread for now.

People who think Manning is overrated are just sick of watching him kick their team's asses over and over again despite major deficiencies that exist elsewhere for the Colts. He's one of the greats. If he wins the big game, he'll get all the credit he deserves and shut a lot of people up.

[Heavy As Stone]

Yeah, last night was a tense game. Very tense. BUT, keep in mind, its still so very early in the season. Give the infant running game time to develop... its not there yet, but that doesn't mean that it won't be after a few games. Give the D some time to adjust and hit their stride. I'm not at all worried. Besides, I would rather have a Colts team that had to struggle and fight for wins than a team that just takes them for granted. In the end, I think it will be a bigger payout.

GO COLTS

[dmbmuskie]

I was really impressed with what Manning did on the run last night. Against us last year he was either a standing target or making horrible throws on the move, but last night he threw some strikes on the run. He gets better every year still.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Not the best win I've seen the Colts put up, but it's a win. I'm glad they were able to get the win on the road to start the season. Maybe one of these years, the Colt's will have a season opener at home.

[dmbhoosier21]

Yeah, last night was a tense game. Very tense. BUT, keep in mind, its still so very early in the season. Give the infant running game time to develop... its not there yet, but that doesn't mean that it won't be after a few games. Give the D some time to adjust and hit their stride. I'm not at all worried. Besides, I would rather have a Colts team that had to struggle and fight for wins than a team that just takes them for granted. In the end, I think it will be a bigger payout.

GO COLTS

Very true, couldn't agree more.

And I agree with your point about the running game, I have just been so use to Edge always getting at least 4 yards on those stretch running plays.

But with the defense, I saw no trace of anything positive that the unit could take away from. It was just a horrible night trying to stop the Giants.

But yeah, the Colts (mostly Manning or "Mr. Overrated") found a way to win, it is nice to see the team struggle for a W early in the season.

Go Colts.

[Heavy As Stone]

Ok, so...

I am in sales, which affords me the opportunity to meet with a variety of people in a variety of industries. Today I was fortunate enough to get a meeting with the facilities director at Union Federal Football Center. For those of you who don't know, that is the Colts practice facility.

So I set this meeting a week ago with my contact. He was a very nice man. Of course I am excited for this meeting. I am thinking that, if I'm lucky, he'll give me a tour of the facility. Maybe I'll get a glimpse of practice. But I didn't want to get my hopes up. I figured, worst case, he walks me down a boring hallway to his office, and I don't get to see much of the building.

I wish this story ended with me telling you that I got to meet Peyton and Marvin, and we all went out to lunch together (their favorite lunch spot is a new account of mine). But unfortunately that isn't the case.

He came to meet me in the lobby, we shook hands, and he says "Uhh... lets just meet here." and I said that it was fine. I asked if he wanted to sit, but he seemed almost rushed. We talked for about 5, 10 minutes, and that was it. I didn't get to see more than the lobby. How depressing is that? I guess I got my hopes up more than I should have. Oh well, he may still buy from me, so if I'm lucky, I'll still get my walkthrough.

:shrug

[dmbmuskie]

The best part of sales is that we do very little and have good ticket connections. I don't even have an office. Do you?

[Heavy As Stone]

The best part of sales is that we do very little and have good ticket connections. I don't even have an office. Do you?

Yeah, I do, but I spend less than an hour here on a typical day. Usually before my appointments in the morning or after them in the late afternoon. My car is my true office.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Ok, so...

I am in sales, which affords me the opportunity to meet with a variety of people in a variety of industries. Today I was fortunate enough to get a meeting with the facilities director at Union Federal Football Center. For those of you who don't know, that is the Colts practice facility.

So I set this meeting a week ago with my contact. He was a very nice man. Of course I am excited for this meeting. I am thinking that, if I'm lucky, he'll give me a tour of the facility. Maybe I'll get a glimpse of practice. But I didn't want to get my hopes up. I figured, worst case, he walks me down a boring hallway to his office, and I don't get to see much of the building.

I wish this story ended with me telling you that I got to meet Peyton and Marvin, and we all went out to lunch together (their favorite lunch spot is a new account of mine). But unfortunately that isn't the case.

He came to meet me in the lobby, we shook hands, and he says "Uhh... lets just meet here." and I said that it was fine. I asked if he wanted to sit, but he seemed almost rushed. We talked for about 5, 10 minutes, and that was it. I didn't get to see more than the lobby. How depressing is that? I guess I got my hopes up more than I should have. Oh well, he may still buy from me, so if I'm lucky, I'll still get my walkthrough.

:shrug


Who did you meet with? (a first name would be fine) I have a good frined that works over there and I'm woundering if it could be him.

That would be too funny. :lol
(and if it is him, I'll tell ya he's a pretty bid dmb fan too)

[Tak_a_Tak]

Anyone going to the game this weekend? I can't wait. I always sell off my pre-season tickets, so this will be my first home game.

Anyone coming in from out of town and looking to do a little tailgating, let me know!

[SmoothD41]

colts.

Big game this Sunday. My season ticket buddy is bailing out like a bitch for his girlfriends birthday, but bet your ass I'll be there :thumbsup

[dmb1spe]

Ok, so...

I am in sales, which affords me the opportunity to meet with a variety of people in a variety of industries. Today I was fortunate enough to get a meeting with the facilities director at Union Federal Football Center. For those of you who don't know, that is the Colts practice facility.

So I set this meeting a week ago with my contact. He was a very nice man. Of course I am excited for this meeting. I am thinking that, if I'm lucky, he'll give me a tour of the facility. Maybe I'll get a glimpse of practice. But I didn't want to get my hopes up. I figured, worst case, he walks me down a boring hallway to his office, and I don't get to see much of the building.

I wish this story ended with me telling you that I got to meet Peyton and Marvin, and we all went out to lunch together (their favorite lunch spot is a new account of mine). But unfortunately that isn't the case.

He came to meet me in the lobby, we shook hands, and he says "Uhh... lets just meet here." and I said that it was fine. I asked if he wanted to sit, but he seemed almost rushed. We talked for about 5, 10 minutes, and that was it. I didn't get to see more than the lobby. How depressing is that? I guess I got my hopes up more than I should have. Oh well, he may still buy from me, so if I'm lucky, I'll still get my walkthrough.

:shrug

I had an internship with the Colts ticket office in my undergrad sales program. I got to see much more of the place than that. It's definitely a cool facility.

[dmb1spe]

And it's nice to not have Katie douching it up in here. Quite nice indeed.

[dmbhoosier21]

Addai looked good on Sunday; he ran with decisiveness and made quick solid cuts.

He definitely should get the majority of the carries. Seems like Rhodes is purely a north-south runner, and his "motor" is not quite up to the same level as Addai; Rhodes just can't seem to make moves or cuts as quickly or as well as Addai, though both of them ran hard.

The Colts' O-line are basically the same guys who blocked for James, so there is no excuse to be averaging less than 3 yards/carry.

The Jags will obviously be a good test for the running game (actually the whole offense) with their two stud DTs and Peterson at MLB.

Defense looked better but it was againt the Texans so who knows.......


GO COLTS!

[VanHorneDog]

Chargers are 1-2 against the colts over the last couple of years.

this year they will be 2-2

thats right they dont play, but they will meet and post season and marrimen will turn out payton mannings lights. hopefully for at least a week. (cocky bastard, but i do like him in those TV comercials)

[SmoothD41]

Chargers are 1-2 against the colts over the last couple of years.

this year they will be 2-2

thats right they dont play, but they will meet and post season and marrimen will turn out payton mannings lights. hopefully for at least a week. (cocky bastard, but i do like him in those TV comercials)

Manning's cocky? Peyton Manning?

[Tak_a_Tak]

Manning's cocky? Peyton Manning?


Ya, no shit. That's the same damn thing that went through my mind when I read that.

[Tak_a_Tak]

And it's nice to not have Katie douching it up in here. Quite nice indeed.
:lol

Carefull......

[Manish Patel]

The Jags are going to be a tough challenge this weekend!

[Manish Patel]

Hopefully its not a 9-0 game!!

[Tak_a_Tak]

The Jags are going to be a tough challenge this weekend!

This game will be the totaly different from last week.

I'm a little scared.

[bamalvr2]

yadda yadda yadda......Even though we had a bad Monday night...I'm stickin with the steelers.

[DrinkNoH2O]

The Jags are going to be a tough challenge this weekend!

Yes they are... we've seen that they can stop the run on Monday. Well, we can't run anyways... Let's see if they can stop the pass. It will be a good game, but I don't think they can take us at home.

[tedies]

yadda yadda yadda......Even though we had a bad Monday night...I'm stickin with the steelers.

their going to have an aweful time in their division (ravens and bengals are damn great teams this year) they will have to catch a wild card i think

[dmbmuskie]

The North is brutal if it turns out Baltimore is for real. The Steelers cannot be as bad as they looked. Cincy isn't as good as they have looked. I think it is a race to 10-6. Baltimore might have a slight edge because they get to play a 3rd place schedule which helps them avoid Jacksonville or Indy and New England in Cincy's case.

[dmbgodagirl41]

You Raaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaang?

:)

[Tak_a_Tak]

You Raaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaang?

:)


:lol



I told you.........but did you listen? Nnnnnoooooooooooooooo..............

[dmbgodagirl41]

:lol



I told you.........but did you listen? Nnnnnoooooooooooooooo..............
hehehehe you did! I just clicked on the last page, saw it and thought I'd just say hey.

But I'll leave now, CARRY ON! :)

[Manish Patel]

yadda yadda yadda......Even though we had a bad Monday night...I'm stickin with the steelers.

Without a healthy Ben, I don't think they can make it to the playoffs. There running game is gonna take a hit without big Bettis.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Man, what a ruff game this past weekend. Very hard to watch us try and play with no running game, while watching the other team run all over our ass. I hate to hear about what happened to Reggie's brother. That too bad.... Plus, if he misses action, I think it will really hurt the passing game.

[Heavy As Stone]

In the first half, it sucked having to play a better team AND the refs. Incomplete pass my ass.

But they figured it out in the second half. Keep in mind that they are having to work through completely readjusting the offense to account for the lack of James, and an injured defense. No Cory Simon? No Sanders? Freeney not feeling 100%? Ouch.

All things considered, I think that in the second half they looked pretty good. Even when the Colts are at their best, the Jags always put up a damn good fight.

[Tak_a_Tak]

In the first half, it sucked having to play a better team AND the refs. Incomplete pass my ass.

But they figured it out in the second half. Keep in mind that they are having to work through completely readjusting the offense to account for the lack of James, and an injured defense. No Cory Simon? No Sanders? Freeney not feeling 100%? Ouch.

All things considered, I think that in the second half they looked pretty good. Even when the Colts are at their best, the Jags always put up a damn good fight.

Very true, the Jags always come ready to play the Colts.

I just hope some of these players that are out can get back soon. I don't like the idea of most of the the defense trying to "jell" come playoff time.

[nlowe]

Great win for the colts this weekend...they really hung in there even though they were being beat to hell in the first half by the jaguar backs. I think the Jets will be a nice challenge for our less than 100% defense. The jets arent pushovers anymore, but if we play like we did in the 2nd half against Jacksonville....4-0 baby

GO COLTS!!!

[dmbhoosier21]

What do you guys think.......Rhodes or Addai?

Rhodes is getting more carries (I think, did not look up any stats or anything), but I really would like to give Addai a larger share of the carries. It looks like he can bring alot more with his speed and ability to make sharp, quick cuts.

Not saying Addai should get the same workload as James did, but I really would like to see him get more than Rhodes.

[Tak_a_Tak]

What do you guys think.......Rhodes or Addai?

Rhodes is getting more carries (I think, did not look up any stats or anything), but I really would like to give Addai a larger share of the carries. It looks like he can bring alot more with his speed and ability to make sharp, quick cuts.

Not saying Addai should get the same workload as James did, but I really would like to see him get more than Rhodes.

Addai

:thumbsup :thumbsup

As much faith as I had in Rhodes going into the season, he's just not doing anything for me at all right now. Addai seems to be much quicker, stronger, and from what I've heard, he's even better at picking up the blitz. I think he should be the starter going forward and bring in Rhodes in for a 'change of pace' back. I think they'll be a much better team if Addai would start getting the bulk of the carries.

[dmbhoosier21]

Addai

:thumbsup :thumbsup

As much faith as I had in Rhodes going into the season, he's just not doing anything for me at all right now. Addai seems to be much quicker, stronger, and from what I've heard, he's even better at picking up the blitz. I think he should be the starter going forward and bring in Rhodes in for a 'change of pace' back. I think they'll be a much better team if Addai would start getting the bulk of the carries.

Yup, Rhodes just seems to be a step or two slower than Addai. I am not claiming to be some football expert, but I just don't see what the coaches have seen/saw with Rhodes with the first two and half games (figured we'd insert Addai for the running game in the second game against the Jags) that they have not decided to make Addai the Colts' primary back with Rhodes being the change-of-pace guy.

It doesnt even seem like we are trying to have a running game.....





It was nice to see Doss have a nice game, hopefully Sanders gets healthy soon, although Bethea has been solid for a rookie. Simon apparently wont be back until after the bye week.

[nlowe]

Addai is flat out good...he just needs some reps

[Tak_a_Tak]

Yup, Rhodes just seems to be a step or two slower than Addai. I am not claiming to be some football expert, but I just don't see what the coaches have seen/saw with Rhodes with the first two and half games (figured we'd insert Addai for the running game in the second game against the Jags) that they have not decided to make Addai the Colts' primary back with Rhodes being the change-of-pace guy.

It doesnt even seem like we are trying to have a running game.....





It was nice to see Doss have a nice game, hopefully Sanders gets healthy soon, although Bethea has been solid for a rookie. Simon apparently wont be back until after the bye week.

I agree. I was kind of schocked that Rhodes was still the 'starter'. I've been to both home games so far, and you can really Addai is much quicker. He can just react so much faster to what's coming at him.

Sucks we won't have Simon back next week, but if when he comes back he's good for the rest of the season, I'm happy to sit him out again.


Oh ya, Doss kicked ass this week. The Indy Star had a great pic of him that is my current desk top.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Addai is flat out good...he just needs some reps
:thumbsup

[dmbhoosier21]

I agree. I was kind of schocked that Rhodes was still the 'starter'. I've been to both home games so far, and you can really Addai is much quicker. He can just react so much faster to what's coming at him.

Sucks we won't have Simon back next week, but if when he comes back he's good for the rest of the season, I'm happy to sit him out again.


Oh ya, Doss kicked ass this week. The Indy Star had a great pic of him that is my current desk top.

Agreed, no need to rush ANYONE. Unlike most other teams, I think it would be a pretty safe bet that the Colts will be in the playoffs (hope i didnt jinx them). I'd rather have a healthy (and in-shape) Simon for the playoffs.

Right now Indy has the luxury to rest and make sure its players are healthy.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Sounds like Wayne will make the trip with the team this weekend after all. I don't even want to begin to think what he'll be going through the next couple of days.

[dmbhoosier21]

Sounds like Wayne will make the trip with the team this weekend after all. I don't even want to begin to think what he'll be going through the next couple of days.

If there was a team who "knew" or at least has had the experience of going through losing a loved one it would be Indy, considering Dungy's experience last year and I think Bracket who lost his mother, brother, and someone else in a matter of 9 months.

Definitely a sad and tough situation for Wayne.

[Heavy As Stone]

Here is my take on the whole Rhodes/Addai thing.

On the surface, everyone is looking at the two of them and, from the looks of things, Addai is coming out as the better back. So people seem surprised that Rhodes still comes out as the starter.

I'm really not that surprised. This is his first season in the NFL. Maybe they don't want to give him a trial by fire. Rhodes has been in the NFL for awhile now, so is probably a bit more comfortable with the general flow of things. I'm sure its hard for us to understand, but most players will comment on how hard the transition from college to NFL can be. As Addai gets more comfortable and confident, he will definitely come out as the dominant running back.

As far as Rhodes goes, I am a bit disappointed. I don't really understand why he seems to have so much trouble. Its kind of depressing, because I like him a lot. I've spoken to him before - he's such a nice guy! Oh well.

[DrinkNoH2O]

Yes they are... we've seen that they can stop the run on Monday. Well, we can't run anyways... Let's see if they can stop the pass. It will be a good game, but I don't think they can take us at home.

Mission Accomplished. I'm glad we have a 6'5", 230-pound quarterback with a laser, rocket-arm...

[Tak_a_Tak]

Man, how hard was that game to watch? I'd have to say, my blood presure had to be off the charts during the second half of the game. I can't believe the we can still win games after how bad we've played the last two weeks. If we don't get some of our defensive players back soon, we're not going to be able to keep winning the way we have been.


With that being said, how freak'n good is Manning? That was one of the best game winning drives I've seen in a while. And then to see him spike the ball like that? That's almost unheard of out of him.

[dmbgodagirl41]

Welp, yesterday's game put a lot of confidence in me for the November 5th game. Should be a good time.

[nlowe]

Peyton, like always, earned his paycheck yesterday...good win for a team with a very hurt defense. Great job

[RhodyDMBFan]

Peyton, like always, earned his paycheck yesterday...good win for a team with a very hurt defense. Great job

He always earns his paychecks in the calander year. It's those ones in January that he can't seem to put in the effort for.

Surprise, surprise...the Colts are off to a good start. How many years now have they been THE team in the regular season...the one that is without-a-doubt the Super Bowl favorites...only to fail miserably in the post-season?

[Tak_a_Tak]

Welp, yesterday's game put a lot of confidence in me for the November 5th game. Should be a good time.

That is going to be one hell of a game. Both teams are not playing at the top of their games right now, but by that time, both will be totaly different teams. I was really shocked to see the Pat's man handle the Bengles like that yesterday. But, I have to say, I'm still trying to figure out why the Colts have to keep going to New England to play. Why can't we get a freak'n home game against the Pats?!?

[dmbgodagirl41]

That is going to be one hell of a game. Both teams are not playing at the top of their games right now, but by that time, both will be totaly different teams. I was really shocked to see the Pat's man handle the Bengles like that yesterday. But, I have to say, I'm still trying to figure out why the Colts have to keep going to New England to play. Why can't we get a freak'n home game against the Pats?!?
Yeah, its going to be so good, and seriously such a battle. It's going to be either a war between defenses or an all-out shoot-out.

I was also somewhat suprised the way the game with the Pats went yesterday. I mean, I knew that the Pats had the capacity to win, but I didn't know if they were going to be able to get it together after losing to Denver IN new england last week....I mean, to go to Cincy and just completely destroy them was really unexpected.

[Tak_a_Tak]

He always earns his paychecks in the calander year. It's those ones in January that he can't seem to put in the effort for.

Surprise, surprise...the Colts are off to a good start. How many years now have they been THE team in the regular season...the one that is without-a-doubt the Super Bowl favorites...only to fail miserably in the post-season?


Well, I would argue that the Colts are off to a good start. They may be 4-0, but they've totaly played like crap. It's really only been the last few years that the Colt's have been the "team to beat". It only seems like longer because of all the media hype.

Three or four years ago, the Colt's were the "Best O with no D" team. They had to out score everyone they played if they were going to win. Everyone knows they you're not going to win may playoff games with that type of team. Only in the last few years (since Dungey has come to town) have the Colt's become the darling of the sports media.

[dmbgodagirl41]

Is it wrong of me to not really be impressed with ANYONE in the NFL right now?

[Tak_a_Tak]

Yeah, its going to be so good, and seriously such a battle. It's going to be either a war between defenses or an all-out shoot-out.

I was also somewhat suprised the way the game with the Pats went yesterday. I mean, I knew that the Pats had the capacity to win, but I didn't know if they were going to be able to get it together after losing to Denver IN new england last week....I mean, to go to Cincy and just completely destroy them was really unexpected.
I have to say I was shocked to watch that game. It was on tv here, so I was able to watch it after the Colts game. To see the Pats just totaly work the Bengles was a bit scary. I'd have to say right now the Bengles are a better all around team than the Colts, and to see them just get shut down like that was not good. (Not good for anyone that's NOT a Pat's fan) I just hope the Colt's can keep finding ways to win till we get some of our starters back, then I hope they are able to pay well together after missing so many games. I have a feeling that that game will be one of the better games of the whole season.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Is it wrong of me to not really be impressed with ANYONE in the NFL right now?

No, because you have blind faith in your team, so you're always going to put them at the top no matter what. The Colts have been so up and down, it's easy to view other teams that are better teams during the season.

[DrinkNoH2O]

Is it wrong of me to not really be impressed with ANYONE in the NFL right now?

No, it's not. No team in the NFL looks like a Super Bowl Champion team this year. Speaking of Super Bowl Champions, I hope they got some needed rest this week. Anyways, I'm fairly impressed by the Ravens so far...

The Colts aren't playing that well, but they're winning and I guess that's all that matters... for now. Once our D is healthy again we should be a force to be reckoned with.

I loved how Peyton ran in that last TD. It's almost like he decided "fuck it, I'll have to win this game on my own."

[dmbgodagirl41]

No, it's not. No team in the NFL looks like a Super Bowl Champion team this year. Speaking of Super Bowl Champions, I hope they got some needed rest this week. Anyways, I'm fairly impressed by the Ravens so far...

The Colts aren't playing that well, but they're winning and I guess that's all that matters... for now. Once our D is healthy again we should be a force to be reckoned with.

I loved how Peyton ran in that last TD. It's almost like he decided "fuck it, I'll have to win this game on my own."
Yeah, everyone (including the PATS!) looks mediocre at best. I mean, I have so many stupid Eagles fans friends who do nothing but go on and on about how AMAZING they are this year, and I just say "they have lost to any good team they have played". I just don't get it.

Of course, it's only week 4, so it's hard to judge who might be at the top...but I love that about this year so far!

Oh, and I'm not impressed with the Ravens. If they were winning by a TD or more, then I might be impressed. McNair has yet to get the "Baltimore is where good athletes come to die, deal drugs, or witness a murder and do nothing about it" memo. I'll give him until week 7, though.

[Heavy As Stone]

I love it how you can't mention the Colts or any of their successes without someone coming in with "Yeah..erm..uh.. well... wait until the post-season!" This season is still in its infancy - I am taking it one game at a time, and I really hope that the Colts are as well. The post-season will happen when it happens.

The thing that I took away from the game is that our running game is continuing to improve for both Addai and Rhodes. That was huge. It seemed like this game was really about proving that we do have a running game, even if its not one of the best. Also, despite how poorly we played, we still managed to eek out a win. Not how I would prefer to win, but hey, its a win.

[dmbgodagirl41]

I love it how you can't mention the Colts or any of their successes without someone coming in with "Yeah..erm..uh.. well... wait until the post-season!" This season is still in its infancy - I am taking it one game at a time, and I really hope that the Colts are as well. The post-season will happen when it happens.

The thing that I took away from the game is that our running game is continuing to improve for both Addai and Rhodes. That was huge. It seemed like this game was really about proving that we do have a running game, even if its not one of the best. Also, despite how poorly we played, we still managed to eek out a win. Not how I would prefer to win, but hey, its a win.
WAIT FOR THE POST SEASON, BITCH!:eek :rolleyes

sorry, didn't want to disappoint :)

[Heavy As Stone]

WAIT FOR THE POST SEASON, BITCH!:eek :rolleyes

sorry, didn't want to disappoint :)

Gee, thanks :).

Tom Brady is a whiny little bitch, btw.

And he's ugly.

My wife says so.

And she's not just being nice to me.

Because she readily admits that Brady Quinn (ND) is hot.

[Tak_a_Tak]

WAIT FOR THE POST SEASON, BITCH!:eek :rolleyes

sorry, didn't want to disappoint :)

You just had to do it, didn't ya?

[dmbgodagirl41]

Gee, thanks :).

Tom Brady is a whiny little bitch, btw.

And he's ugly.

My wife says so.

And she's not just being nice to me.

Because she readily admits that Brady Quinn (ND) is hot.
You knew I had to chime in!
Your wife has the visual perception of Hellen Keller if she thinks Tom Brady is ugly, by the way. I'm pretty sure Brady Quinn looks like the bastard child of Animal the Muppet and Adam Sandler.
Actually, he looks a lot like what Joey Harrington would look like if Joey had downs.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Ouch!

[dmbgodagirl41]

Ouch!
Am I or am I not correct:
Brady Quinn (http://vmedia.rivals.com/uploads/1004/75800.jpg)
Joey Harrington (http://joey-harrington-news.newslib.com/img/logo/6486.jpg)

The only good thing about Brady Quinn is his name is Brady.

[Tak_a_Tak]

:lol


Did you keep looking until you found the best picture of Brady Quinn?? That has got to me the dumbest look on his face ever.

[dmbmuskie]

:lol


Did you keep looking until you found the best picture of Brady Quinn?? That has got to me the dumbest look on his face ever.

That's such a bad picture.

[SmoothD41]

I shook Brady Quinn's hand before the ND game on Saturday and told him good luck....he's really fucking hot...coming from a straight guy. So is Tom Brady. Hey, i'm comfortable admitting this stuff. Fuck you, Go Colts.

[SmoothD41]

from the second row at ND/Purdue on Saturday. Brady Quinn ass shot, courtesy of my girlfriend.

[Heavy As Stone]

You knew I had to chime in!
Your wife has the visual perception of Hellen Keller if she thinks Tom Brady is ugly, by the way. I'm pretty sure Brady Quinn looks like the bastard child of Animal the Muppet and Adam Sandler.
Actually, he looks a lot like what Joey Harrington would look like if Joey had downs.

Thats cool. We can all have different tastes. After reading your views on abortion, I would disagree on principle if you told me that water is wet. But lets not open that can of worms.

Some people do, so people don't.

My wife do Brady Quinn. You don't.

Sall good.

[dmbmuskie]

I'm decent friends with Brady Quinn's high school sweetheart, and I assure you she has more people jealous of that fact than anything I've ever seen.

[dmbhoosier21]

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/10/05/bc.fbn.colts.simon.ap/index.html

FUCK!

With the way our run defense is going, this is a tough blow

[SmoothD41]

i think philadelphia knew what they were doing when they let Simon go...does the guy EVER play? He seems like he is always out of shape and/or hurt. Sure he's a great player and sure it'd be great to have him out there, but I think they will manage just fine without him. And by just fine I mean lose in the playoffs again :shrug

[DrinkNoH2O]

Fuck Brady Quinn, Notre Dame, Playing Like a Champion Today, and Touchdown Jesus. That is all.

[Tak_a_Tak]

sonofa BITCH!


Man, maybe he could fucking play if he wasn't such a huge fatass................



Sorry, that was a bit harsh, but






DAMNIT!!!

[Tak_a_Tak]

Fuck Brady Quinn, Notre Dame, Playing Like a Champion Today, and Touchdown Jesus. That is all.


uummmmmmmmm..................




Wrong thread?


:confused

[DrinkNoH2O]

Nah, just responding to the posts before about Brady Quinn.

So Simon is out, that sucks. When does Bob Sanders come back?

[wenkytesh]

be careful putting too much faith in your football teams.
my mighty swans lost the grand final last saturday by 1 point after a mammoth 2nd half comeback. gutwrenching to say the least and probably one of the lowest days of my life.
you have been warned

[Tak_a_Tak]

be careful putting too much faith in your football teams.
my mighty swans lost the grand final last saturday by 1 point after a mammoth 2nd half comeback. gutwrenching to say the least and probably one of the lowest days of my life.
you have been warned

Dude, I don't know if you watch much NFL football, but last year the Colts (who were the odds on pick with win the super bowl) got bounced in the first round by a team that had to win out just to make the playoffs.

After that game, I don't see how it coud get much lower this season.

[wenkytesh]

having spent some time with a colts fan i know all about it,

[DrinkNoH2O]

Adam good to see you on here!

If your mighty swans had Peyton Manning maybe they could have pulled off a victory...

This week should be fun, we get to beat up on the Texans at home.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Adam good to see you on here!

If your mighty swans had Peyton Manning maybe they could have pulled off a victory...

This week should be fun, we get to beat up on the Texans at home.

Are you talking about the Colts, or another team? Because the Colts play Tenessee.

[SmoothD41]

didn't want to create a new thread...but good to see the Pacers are taking care of those image problems :BANG

I don't even care about the Pacers, but turn on the news if you are awake.

[Heavy As Stone]

SHIT. I was patiently waiting for Simon's return. Fuck....



Shit.

[Tak_a_Tak]

didn't want to create a new thread...but good to see the Pacers are taking care of those image problems :BANG

I don't even care about the Pacers, but turn on the news if you are awake.

Yeah.....WTF?? Gald to see they're getting ready for the season.

:BANG


It is pretty funny to think about this right after their new ad campain. The whole "we're here to play basketball, put the focus where it needs to be, no more distractions...." blah....blah....blah.....

:shrug

[Tak_a_Tak]

SHIT. I was patiently waiting for Simon's return. Fuck....



Shit.

Yeah.......I keep saying "if we can just hold out a little longer, Simon will be back and our run stopper will help plug up the holes....."


I don't know what they're going to do now.

[Heavy As Stone]

Yeah.......I keep saying "if we can just hold out a little longer, Simon will be back and our run stopper will help plug up the holes....."


I don't know what they're going to do now.

They have no choice but to step it up. Backups or not, they're still in the NFL. Earn your 200,000, assholes.

[Tak_a_Tak]

They have no choice but to step it up. Backups or not, they're still in the NFL. Earn your 200,000, assholes.

I agree 100%, but there is a reason they're not a starter - either with the Colts or someone else. That doens't sit well with me.

:lorraine

[Heavy As Stone]

I agree 100%, but there is a reason they're not a starter - either with the Colts or someone else. That doens't sit well with me.

:lorraine

Have faith, my friend. Its all we can do at this point.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Have faith, my friend. Its all we can do at this point.


I hear ya preacher man, but after last season's finish, I'm a little less of a believer than in years past. I need something very positive to happen to be able to recomitt my faith.

[Heavy As Stone]

I hear ya preacher man, but after last season's finish, I'm a little less of a believer than in years past. I need something very positive to happen to be able to recomitt my faith.

:lol

When did you become a Colts fan? They've only been good for a few years now. Seems like yesterday when they sucked Sucked SUCKED. I remember when the 0-10 Colts beat the Packers when they were in their prime. I was at that game. It was amazing. I dunno... I guess after sticking with them when they were horrible, it is easy for me to stick with them when they have a fucking amazing season, and don't make it to the big game.

[Tak_a_Tak]

:lol

When did you become a Colts fan? They've only been good for a few years now. Seems like yesterday when they sucked Sucked SUCKED. I remember when the 0-10 Colts beat the Packers when they were in their prime. I was at that game. It was amazing. I dunno... I guess after sticking with them when they were horrible, it is easy for me to stick with them when they have a fucking amazing season, and don't make it to the big game.

Oh, I've been a fan really since about the time they rolled into town in the middle of the night. I was a season ticket holder for the wonderful season of 3-13. :lol

It just seems like the last few years I lived and breathed Colts football during the season, so then each year when they would get it handed to them in the playoffs, it made it damn near impossible for me to watch football - even the SB. :(

This year, I'm trying to take a more "care free" approach to the season. I'm not trying to get so rapped up in it. :shrug I'm sure my neighbors would argue with me over this after the kick off was ran back in last weeks game though.

:lol

[Tak_a_Tak]

Sonofabitch, what a shity game (by the Colts). How the hell are we 5-0 again? There are so many teams better than the Colts right now. I guess it's good to know they can find ways to win close games, but damn, theres no reason for this game to be so close.

[wenkytesh]

Adam good to see you on here!

If your mighty swans had Peyton Manning maybe they could have pulled off a victory...

This week should be fun, we get to beat up on the Texans at home.

i guess you can relate to one point wins hey buddy.
and as for the great PM, he just as likely would have choked , it was a playoff game afterall!!!:evil

[dmbhoosier21]

Sonofabitch, what a shity game (by the Colts). How the hell are we 5-0 again? There are so many teams better than the Colts right now. I guess it's good to know they can find ways to win close games, but damn, theres no reason for this game to be so close.

:BANG I hate to say it but we are fortunate to be 5-0. With such a porous defense (I think Warren Central can rush for 100 yards against the Colts) I really don't know how we have been winning these games

but....

It is nice to see the Colts' running game take shape

It is nice to see the Colts play some tough close games

Stokley looked good before he injured his ankle


I think as a fan-base we have just been spoiled with a team that LOOKS unbeatable (during the regular season) but still, there is no denying that the defense has to be one of the worst in the league and they have to be the worst at tackling.

[Tak_a_Tak]

Can someone please give me one good r