Luke Links: The "UnBeaten in October" Edition
by BigBlueShoe on Oct 27, 2009 8:14 AM EDT
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For the fifth time in six years, the Colts are unbeaten in September and October. Though the combined record of the teams Indy has played to start the season is an underwhelming 11-26, with the best team (record-wise) being the Cardinals, the games on Indy's schedule have resulted in two close, early contests and four blowouts. Since the Miami Dolphins game, the Colts have dominated their opponents from start to finish. Yet, most of the league isn't buying the club as an elite because Indy has not beaten a team like the Patriots, the Broncos, or the Giants, yet.
As always, whatever. I'm kind of used to media not really paying attention to the Colts. Here are the links:
- John Oehser listens to Bill Polian on the radio, who in turn tells us that Reggie Wayne is fine, Donald Brown is OK, and Adam Vinatieri is already lifting weights post-knee surgery. If the Colts decide to rest Brown, Mike Hart will see significant action.
- Turf Show Times thinks the Colts running game stinks after watching Indy's backs run for 156 yards on 23 carries.
- Rams blogger 3k has a very cute new baby daughter.
- More sights and sounds from the Rams game.
- Indeed, the gap between the good teams and the bad teams is as wide as I've ever seen it in recent memory.
- Paul Kuharsky tries to guess what others are thinking.
- The 49ers, the next opponent for the Colts, just announced Alex Smith is their starter again. Alex Smith's first start as a player was against... the Colts in 2005.
- The Colts have a good vibe on defense.
- Indy has won 15 straight regular season games, which is the 5th longest streak in NFL history.
We Colts fans often take all this winning for granted, but to win 15 in a row is a real honor. Everyone and their mother had written this team off last year, going so far as to say the "dynasty" or whatever is done. Amazing how easy it is to make stupid people look, you know, STUPID, isn't it?
Also, tonight the NBA regular season begins, with the Indiana Pacers taking on the Atlanta Hawks. Check out Indy Corn Rows for excellent Pacers and NBA coverage.
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That Alex Smith thing about playing against us is weird. I guess he can go ahead and plan his career around playing us: half decent season, drop off, lose starting job, regain it in time for Colts game, repeat.
I hope Brown is okay and is able to play but I am excited to see some Mike Hart. I think he’s got a lot of big fans around here and it would be great to see him healthy and playing well. Plus, that’ll allow us to get rid of Chad Simpson (once Brown is healthy).
"If you don't [draft me], I promise you I'll come back and kick your ass for the next 15 years."
by psvirsky on Oct 27, 2009 8:44 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm not taking winning for granted,
I’m enjoying every second of it. It’s like Camelot. Only our shining moment isn’t going to be brief.
"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino
by Indy Lori on Oct 27, 2009 9:43 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I completely agree.
People say that you’re only allowed to enjoy wins for 24 hours, and then you’re supposed to focus on the next opponent. Instead, I enjoy wins until at least Friday, and longer if the next opponent is easy or the last victory was especially awesome (think Pats or Chargers).
I have no problem with enjoying wins :-)
Now a proud annoyance on Stampede Blue, 18to88, Indy Football Report, and Phil B's blog.
Man, I need a life...
Random fact of the week from the empty void that is my mind: This video right here has produced one of my favorite lines ever. It was so awesome that there has been 2 sequels. One where you must put a banana in your ear, and another where you must grab their tongues. Purely awesome.
by Cassieper on Oct 27, 2009 10:06 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
DO NOT LOSE this week.
Niners fans are already insufferable. Seriously. Please dash their silly hopes upon the rocks of despair.
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
The ROSENFAIL : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAKAKE-uq-8&feature=related
by TexansForever on Oct 27, 2009 10:18 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I will do absolutely everything in my power to ensure we don't lose this week.
Here’s another funny take on the greatest moment in Sage.
by shoein on Oct 27, 2009 10:29 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOVE THE VID
I can watch it all day long… what a tool
DID SOMEONE SAY CHAMPIONSHIP
by BROWNdude on Oct 27, 2009 10:46 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ROFL...I LOVE the Rosencopter.
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
The ROSENFAIL : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAKAKE-uq-8&feature=related
by TexansForever on Oct 27, 2009 10:55 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why?
That move single-handedly destroyed your season. Why do you like it? It doesn’t make sense to me.
Now a proud annoyance on Stampede Blue, 18to88, Indy Football Report, and Phil B's blog.
Man, I need a life...
Random fact of the week from the empty void that is my mind: This video right here has produced one of my favorite lines ever. It was so awesome that there has been 2 sequels. One where you must put a banana in your ear, and another where you must grab their tongues. Purely awesome.
by Cassieper on Oct 27, 2009 12:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That move didn't single handedly destroy our season.
Matt Schaubs injuries destroyed our season.
Losing to Oakland destroyed our season.
Going 8-8 destroyed our season.
Any number of things destroyed our season.
It takes a lot more than Sage Rosencopter to destroy a season. He just helped it a bit.
And because my doesn’t hinge on the Texans season alone, I am able to look back and laugh about it.
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
The ROSENFAIL : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAKAKE-uq-8&feature=related
by TexansForever on Oct 27, 2009 4:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
my life* that should read
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
The ROSENFAIL : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAKAKE-uq-8&feature=related
by TexansForever on Oct 27, 2009 4:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
K.
Good explanation.
Now a proud annoyance on Stampede Blue, 18to88, Indy Football Report, and Phil B's blog.
Man, I need a life...
Random fact of the week from the empty void that is my mind: This video right here has produced one of my favorite lines ever. It was so awesome that there has been 2 sequels. One where you must put a banana in your ear, and another where you must grab their tongues. Purely awesome.
by Cassieper on Oct 27, 2009 5:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
There hsve been alot of Colts seasons where "Lord Help Our Colts" was the only good part of the season.
If you can’t look back on your epic fails and laugh, it’s time to step away.
by vintagephoenix on Oct 27, 2009 5:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You got it.
Now a proud annoyance on Stampede Blue, 18to88, Indy Football Report, and Phil B's blog.
Man, I need a life...
Random fact of the week from the empty void that is my mind: This video right here has produced one of my favorite lines ever. It was so awesome that there has been 2 sequels. One where you must put a banana in your ear, and another where you must grab their tongues. Purely awesome.
by Cassieper on Oct 27, 2009 10:31 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You know, Indianapolis flying under the radar is fine with me
Less hype, more realistic expectations nationally, less carping, less pressure, less yanking of media chains from breathless wonder to dire condemnations… I like the idea of the Colts receiving less attention. Let the weight and glare of the spotlight fall on New Orleans and Denver. Let the pressure rest on their shoulders. Just let the Colts keep doing what they do: Play well and keep on finding even more ways to get better.
That all’s fine with me.
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by E.M.H. on Oct 27, 2009 10:48 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
As always, whatever. I'm kind of used to media not really paying attention to the Colts.
Is that a joke?!! Peyton Manning might get more media coverage than anyone in the league not named Brett Favre.
by schween8 on Oct 27, 2009 11:50 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
The COLTS
Yes, peyton gets a lot of attention but the colts as a team don’t get nearly the hype for their accomplishments as some other teams do..
An expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less until they know everything about nothing...
by bluegirl on Oct 27, 2009 12:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd kinda like to see Alex Smith do well
Not “win this week’s game well”, but “hold onto the starting job” well.
I like stories of hard work and redemption.
by eltharion_doa on Oct 27, 2009 2:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
+11
How can you not love a team that does this?
by LovinBlue on Oct 27, 2009 6:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
kinda sucks for you guys
but it sucks more for Alex Smith. I also want to see him come back and live up to the hype of a first round QB. The problem is, he faces Freeney and Mathis who will give him nightmares for years to come. he’ll wake up in sweat screaming “no…no…it can’t be…NO! IT’S THE 93!!!!!”
I hope he doesn’t get benched because of a bad game vs. indy.
by Colts_and_Cavs_in_09! on Oct 27, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Meh
I want to see Dwight Freeney rip him in half, but that’s how I feel about every quarterback in the world besides Colts and Notre Dame QBs.
"Brett Favre was a man who thought he was retired, but he knew it wouldn't last."
by Colts Homer on Oct 27, 2009 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
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