2010 Colts Preseason: Bill Polian discusses 37-17 loss to 49ers
by Brad Wells on Aug 16, 2010 12:57 PM EDT
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Well, I've been waiting for the Colts, or possibly Indianapolis radio station 1070 The Fan, to put up Bill Polian's interview from yesterday after the Colts first preseason game on their sites . But, since it's now almost 1pm Eastern and almost a full 24 hours after the interview happened, I don't think either one are going to post the Colts President's thoughts on the game. Therefore, I have to provide you the highlights from memory:
- Polian liked the play of Marlon Favorite, Blair White, and Fili Moala for the game. All stood out for him. There might have been a few more players named, but those were the ones I remembered.
- Regarding quarterback Curtis Painter and his dreadful performance, Polian said Painter got little help from teammates, referencing some of Taj Smith's drops. He also said one of the INTs was not his fault, and the fumble wasn't his fault. I agree on the fumble. That's on Mitch King for not exiting the backfield correctly and bumping into Painter. However, I've re-watched all three INTs. All three are Painter's fault.
- Polian sounded very down about Jaime Silva's knee injury. Silva might be done.
- Bob Sanders will play this Thursday against the Buffalo Bills.
If anyone else heard is interview and can remember any details, toss them into the comments. I'm not sure, but I do not think the Bill Polian Show returns tonight. There is no info on the show at HANK FM's website.
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I thought one of Painter's interceptions was a tipped ball?
"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino
"As I grow older, the list of people who can kiss my ass grows longer"-Ancient Hoosier Proverb.
It was tipped by Guns
but it was throw behind him in the first place so he had to turn around and reach for it. Awful throw by Painter. That should not be put on Guns.
Our heads may be bloody, but they are unbowed. We will be back next year better than ever!
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The fault for that INT can also depend on whether Giguère put himself in the right place or not
I need to watch the play again, but working from general principles: The pass usually leaves the QB’s hand before the receiver is in the right spot; that of course is due to the speed of NFL defensive backs. If the pass ended up sailing behind Sam, it could be because Sam put himself in the wrong spot to begin with.
Now keep in mind that I’m only saying this to be fair. For one, I do need to rewatch that play, and two, let’s be honest: This is the sort of knock that followed Painter at Purdue. So I readily concede that this may indeed be a misthrow, given his history. Heck, in my own judgement, that’s likely the case; I personally am disinclined to put the blame on Sam. But, until the possibility is eliminated, I do have to accept that Giguère might have been the one to screw that play up, not Painter. I need more info (I wonder if that tip will be on YouTube at some point so I can study it… ).
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Its on NFL.com
under Bad Outing for Painter
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Oh, good. Thank you!
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"How can a pickup truck contain enough mass to unfold into a towering machine? I say if Ringling Brothers can get 15 clowns into a Volkswagen, anything is possible."
But...
if a ball hits a reciever in the hands he should make the catch everytime.
I'm a Bruce
by AussieColtsFan on Aug 16, 2010 11:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Not when he has to turn
to get the ball. It was on Painter…I watched the play over and over. There is no defending the man…it was a terrible pass. Period.
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The pass was still very catchable; it was “tipped” off Giguère’s shoulder meaning it was well within his range and he didn’t having to turn that much nor did he have to reach back for it. I would expect most NFL recievers to make that catch.
I'm a Bruce
by AussieColtsFan on Aug 17, 2010 9:27 AM EDT up reply actions
after watching the game
I thought the first INT was not painters fault. Giguere should have caught that ball. The rest of his follies… ugh
Silva is done for the year.
via Schefter
Not a huge blow, but wasn’t really necessary.
Was quite good though on special teams and may affect roster as need quality specialt teamer so thgose that can nget edge
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The Colts are lucky the Niners pulled their starters so soon
Or that game would have gotten really ugly. ;)
I have a quick question. Why are the Colts bad at running the ball? Is it the running backs or is it the Line is great at pass protection but poor at run blocking?
"Dodger fans aren’t happy when foul balls get into their section, because it interferes with their playing with the beachball"- Mike Krukow
the line mostly
on run plays defenders swarm the backfield.. and its not like its amazing at pass blocking either.. its just functional or average at best…manning just knows how to adjust to the line
49er16, my opinion on your question,
We don’t have to have a great running game, we have Peyton Manning. Since it’s not imperative to win games with a great rush, we don’t aquire big enough guys to block. I may be wrong, but that’s my theory.
"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino
"As I grow older, the list of people who can kiss my ass grows longer"-Ancient Hoosier Proverb.
49er16
are you being sarcastic?
Really, the 49ers pulled their starters quickly? Well, thank you!
By the way, that was sarcasm.
"Pressure is something you feel when you don't know what the hell you're doing."
-Peyton Manning
Of course I'm being sarcastic
"Dodger fans aren’t happy when foul balls get into their section, because it interferes with their playing with the beachball"- Mike Krukow
Ok - so the game aside, who else really dug the retro helmets?
Personally, I really liked them. In fact, i think I liked them better than the “modern” helmet.
by the_iowa_hawkeye on Aug 16, 2010 4:16 PM EDT reply actions
McAfee#1 approves of the retro helmets
"We'll put em in the pot, shake it up and see what comes out." - Howard Mudd
"Nothing's complicated if you understand it." - Tom Moore
"It always takes longer than you expect, even when you take into account Hofstadter's Law." - Hofstadter's Law
Dallas Clark is
Just. This. Incredible.
Indy Lori approves.
"You can't defend the perfect throw, what can I say?" Peyton quoting Marino
"As I grow older, the list of people who can kiss my ass grows longer"-Ancient Hoosier Proverb.
Boobs...
Dammit, Picky, you sonuvabitch!!! YOU CURSED ME!!! ARRRRRRRRRGH!!!…
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"How can a pickup truck contain enough mass to unfold into a towering machine? I say if Ringling Brothers can get 15 clowns into a Volkswagen, anything is possible."
I hope they order some that are reinforced. Pat Angerer destroyed his,
now that’s the way to play it, Pat. Black Heart – Gold Pants is now Blue Heart – White pants. Love this guy.
Bob Sanders
Bob Sanders will play this Thursday against the Buffalo Bills.
NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! Keep Bob off the field until the game matters! I saw him running up and down the side-line at the 49ers game and thought to myself, that I would jump out of my seat to tackle him if he headed toward the field during the game. Please someone talk some since into him!
Release the Kraken!
by Believe in Blue on Aug 17, 2010 1:32 AM EDT reply actions
It's not Curtis's fault...
Repeat the mantra…no mistake that Curtis Painter ever makes is his fault. It is always the fault of someone else. Poor Curtis is ALWAYS thrown under the bus. Guns should’ve caught the pass…Guns was in the wrong place…he never gets to play with the first string offense…etc…ad-nauseum…The fact that Brandstater can come in and play with the third string and still make something happen is simply not fair to the poor Curtis Painter and Brandstater should be cut because it is simply making Curtis look bad.
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