SB Nation User Blog: TouchdownMonkey

The Colts Are 2-2, NOT Could-Be 0-4.

TouchdownMonkey — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:39:32 -0000

Over the course of the morning, I've made my way around the muck that is considered journalism these days. I don't expect every word out of every journalist's mouth to be positive about the Colts, but I would think there would be some objectivity. I have read more about Houston's crushing defeat than about Indy's amazing comeback. There are more "could be 0-4" rants than "could be 3-1" blurbs. I'm trying to maintain objectivity rather than blatant homerism and I'm still coming up with more positive vibes from this start than the naysayers.

In the Minnesota game our run defense got gouged, but kept the bend-don't-break characteristic that allowed us to come back and win it. They held strong and forced the Vikings into FGs rather than TDs. So there shouldn't be "luck" associated with that comback win. As long as Peyton is under center, you cannot be content with FGs.

The Jacksonville game was rough, but we were still able to hang with them and Peyton was able to lead them to the TD in the final minute. We again got gouged on the ground, but we were still in a position to win.

We capitalize on Houston's mistakes and yet we're still the lucky ones? Correct me if I'm wrong, but isnt that what good teams are supposed to do. Good defenses come up with big plays and turnovers when they need to, good offenses convert an opponent's TOs into points. Rosenfell's boneheaded mistake was not sliding when he had the chance. Perhaps that was a "gift", but the sack, strip, and recovery on the ensuing possession was more a matter of good defense rather than "luck." That was the Colts defense we are accustomed to. The offense then had great field position, plenty of timeouts and needing a FG to tie. Was there any doubt this team wouldn't get the TD?

I guess what I'm trying to say is that it irks me that we have been written off as the "should/could be 0-4 Colts" and I'm going to hate it when these same idiots start praising us at the end of the season when we have once again established ourselves as one of the elite teams in the NFL.

Olive Branch

TouchdownMonkey — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 20:53:00 -0000

Hello Patriots fans. I'm a Colts fan and frequent Stampede Blue. Since the season officially kicks off tonight, I figured I'd give a peace offering. I'm looking forward to an exciting season, as I'm sure most of you are too. We both have teams that should compete at high levels and will be in the Super Bowl hunt. I want to dispel any bad blood and have a friendly rivalry. I'm sure we'll take jabs at each other and do a little trash talking, but it will all be in good fun; nothing too serious and nothing over the line. Good luck to you and hope to see you in the AFCCG (against us, of course). Here's to the new season...

Coe Out For Season

TouchdownMonkey — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:18:54 -0000

The AP is reporting that the Colts will place DB Michael Coe on IR. The news blurb said that the Colts were expecting him to miss around 8 weeks but needed the roster spot so the IR decision was made.

We claimed LB Marcus Richardson off of waivers (from Houston) this evening. He's a 6'3", 225-pound undrafted rookie out of Troy State.

Haven't had a chance to analyze any of this, but I think we'll still be fine. We have good depth at the DB position and the starting LBers will come back soon (hopefully).

Relive the Memories

TouchdownMonkey — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:14:25 -0000

NFL.com is offering FieldPass for free for a limited time (offseason, I think). You can listen to any game from 2004 through the Super Bowl XLII. I spent the morning listening to the AFC Championship game and it got me thinking about other games. What are some of your favorite games?

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Prisco's Line Rankings

TouchdownMonkey — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:54:26 -0000

Just wondering what you guys think of Prisco's line rankings this week. The Colts are ranked #4 for OL, #15 for DL , and #8 overall. I don't think his rankings are accurate (or objective for that matter), but that could be homerism getting in the way. I just don't see the Chargers, Cowboys, and Patriots going 1, 2, 3 overall, nor do I agree with the notion that the Vikings, Giants, Eagles and Seahawks have better overall lines than the Colts. Also, Prisco feels that Mathis is our weakest link on the DL and that he is a liability against the run. This just shows to me that he doesn't know or understand how our rotations work. I figured I'd see what you all think.