Quick Recap: Colts 23-Titans 0
by Brad Wells on Dec 28, 2008 3:46 PM EST
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PrintYes, this game was meaningless in terms of the playoffs. But, in terms of enjoyable for us Colts fans, this game had a great deal of meaning. Here is why:
- For the first time since 1997, the Colts have shut out an opponent. Tennessee generated ZERO points. They had their former #3 overall pick in at QB against second and third stringers on defense, and they couldn't score.
- The Colts have set an NFL record, winning 12 games for the sixth straight year.
- Indy ended the regular season winning 9 in a row.
- Peyton Manning has thrown for 4,000 yards in 9 of his 11 seasons.
- Indy is assured a winning record in the AFC South at 4-2.
- Marvin Harrison is second all time in receptions, behind only Jerry Rice.
- No AFC South has swept the Colts since 2002.
- Rookies Marcus Howard and Curtis Johnson finally got some playing time. The responded with 2 sacks and a forced fumble.
- Lance Ball, a guy promoted off the practice squad, had 83 yards rushing on 13 carries.
- Joseph Addai looks healthy. That 55 yard TD catch and run was amazing.
- Dallas Clark set a career high with 71 receptions and 789 yards.
- The Colts have the second best record in the AFC, yet will be the #5 seed in the playoffs.
For a Titans fan's take on the game, head to Jimmy and the boys at Music City Miracles. Please, no trolling there please.
This was a wonderful win to top a wild and crazy 2008 regular season. So proud of these guys. Go Colts!
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I can't believe it
After starting 3-4, the Colts still were able to win 12 games! Wow! San Diego/Denver, be afraid. Be very afraid.
Congrats on the win.
Not the best of the days to be a Titans fan. Hopefully we’ll meet again in the playoffs.
Man..
First, not to be contrarian, but I thought Addai seemed to lack top end speed on his run. He ran with more power than he has in a while and had a burst through the line, but he should have been able to walk into the end zone with the lead he had, especially since he’s rested.
Second, if i was a Titans’ fan I would have HATED how my team approached this game. They just didn’t care. Its almost one thing if you don’t have the buy, but to not even try when you have 2 weeks off? The Colts always make sure Manning and the offense plays sharp atleast one series.
Last, why were Reggie, Session, and Jennings in there in the 4th quarter? Dumbbbbbbbbb.
Congrats on 12 wins again
That is good accomplishment. I could make this a backhanded compliment, but I think I will take the high road with a front handed one.
what, exactly, would the backhanded compliment be?
Let’s see: “Sorgi looked better than our #3 overall pick lol!”
wait, thats not backhanded…
Uhm, “Lendale While sure ran well against your 3rd stringers”…
wait, thats not true.
"Lol, the Titans have 5 rings during your 6 years of 12 wins streak’…
wait, the total is 0.
“Lol the titans win 12 games every year”
Grats on your first AFC South division title. With more than 10% of your cap tied up in a backup that will never see the field if you want to break .500, good luck improving your WRs, resigning Haynesworth, and being able to compete for years to come. The window with Kerry Collins is just starting to open, am I right?
Hopefully the Colts will be seeing the Titans again in 2 weeks.
Excellent example of backhanded compliment!
by DonFrancisco on Dec 28, 2008 7:26 PM EST up reply actions
Backups or not
It’s so strange seeing the Colts actually shut out someone. And Sorgi actually looked halfway competent.
Amazing the career Marvin has had, and even crazier seeing how far Jerry Rice is of everyone.
Never even knew of Ball’s existence, but he was solid, even Davenport had his moments.
It was sad seeing the Dome in pieces, but Lucas Oil is a very nice stadium. Atmosphere was a bit quiet, but considering it was a meaningless game, I didn’t expect much.
Go Colts!
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