These are interesting times for Indiana sports fans. Mediocrity is everywhere, but all that may be about to change. Professional teams boast potentially transcendent talent that are capable of championship level play, and the college football and basketball teams are arching toward meaningful improvement. I’m normally a cynical critic of management and mediocrity, but there […]
Here we go again! The annual free agent shopping spree for NFL teams starts today at 4p, and while the Indianapolis Colts aren’t likely to be as active as in previous years due to salary cap related financial constraints, it’s still going to be critical for the Colts as they try to regain the playoff […]
Colts fans will be watching the NFL Draft Combine this weekend with keen interest as potential draftees sprint, lift, and answer idiotic questions. because the Horseshoes have holes – lots of holes. First round misses in 2013 (Bjoern Werner), 2014 (1st round pick dealt for Trent Richardson), and 2015 (Phillip Dorsett – at least being judged by his 2015 […]
Friends of mine in media were fired yesterday, and while I’m certain each will be fine once the dust settles in their emotional minds, it occurred to me that people on the precipice of career ruin at the hands of media managers incapable and unwilling to accurately appraise value need to be a little bit […]
The Colts celebrated a return to reason Monday night as owner Jim Irsay, general manager Ryan Grigson, and coach Chuck Pagano showed a united front in announcing contract extensions for Grigson and Pagano. Firing leadership that brought the Colts 44 wins (including playoffs) in four seasons seemed a tad bizarre to fans as well as […]
It is exceptionally likely that Chuck Pagano is going to pack his belongings today and leave the Colts practice facility for the final time. Because his contract has expired, the Colts don’t need to fire him. They just have to tell him thanks and goodbye. I would like that to not be the case. Winning […]
Here is what needs to happen for the Colts to qualify for the NFL Playoffs: Colts Win + HOU loss + CIN loses last 2 games + DEN wins last 2 games + NYJ loss + NO loss + KC loss + MIA win + PIT win. Holy crap! That’s a lot that needs to […]
Let’s face it, the Colts season ended with Griff Whalen’s fumble during the last gasp drive late in the fourth quarter that handed the Houston Texans a win last Sunday and the AFC South crown for 2015. There are still reasons to watch the final two games for the Colts against two of the worst […]
Whether or not the men and women who play or coach our favorite teams, everyone deserves a stocking stuffer that can bring a better 2016. Here are the top 10 Christmas wishes for those working in Indiana sports with the greatest needs: 1 – A higher draft pick for Colts GM Ryan Grigson. After three […]
Yesterday, we focused on the positive with the top 10 reasons why Colts fans should be thank Ryan Grigson. The list reminded all of us of some strong moves that led the Colts to three straight 11-5 records and increasingly successful trips to the playoffs. This is a different list – a list with the opposite […]