Offensive Line Basics Part II: Run Blocking and The Colts Line
Published on: 14th October, 2009
To understand why the Colts are ranked 29th in the league running the ball, you have to understand the basics of run blocking. When you have a Pro-Bowl running back on your team, and an explosive backup running back as your No. 2, and you can only average around 3.8 yards ...The 2009 Indianapolis Colts Are Already Better Than Last Year
Published on: 12th October, 2009
The Colts are 5-0, sit atop the A.F.C. South, have the fourth-ranked offense in the league, and the eighth-ranked defense. When we dig a little deeper, we find that the Colts have the No. 1 passing attack in the NFL, and are 29th running the ball. The rushing offense is already ...Are the Indianapolis Colts Already a Better Team Than 2007-2008 Versions?
Published on: 10th October, 2009
The Colts enter the fifth game of the season with the top ranked offense in the league and the 13th ranked defense. When we dig a little deeper, we find that the Colts have the No. 1 passing attack in the NFL and are 29th running the ball. The rushing offense is ...Time For The Colts To Trade Bob Sanders.
Published on: 7th October, 2009
When healthy, Bob Sanders is one of the top safeties in the league. Psychologically, he provides the same impact for the Colts that Troy Polamalu does for the Steelers. At this point, given what I said above, and that I’m advocating getting rid of Sanders, you’re probably asking yourself, “Did he take ...Time For The Colts To Trade Bob Sanders.
Published on: 7th October, 2009
When healthy, Bob Sanders is one of the top safeties in the league. Psychologically, he provides the same impact for the Colts that Troy Polamalu does for the Steelers. At this point, given what I said above, and that I’m advocating getting rid of Sanders, you’re probably asking yourself, “Did he take ...Understanding the Wildcat Formation and Why The Colts’ Run-D Is a Concern
Published on: 6th October, 2009
The Colts played the Dolphins three weeks ago so why am I writing about the game now? For two reasons: 1) I have gotten a lot of fan requests to explain the Wildcats. 2) It relates to the article I just wrote about the Colts run defense. History: The Wildcat formation and ...Colts’ Big Wins Mask Serious Problems in Run Blocking, Rush Defense
Published on: 6th October, 2009
In the past few weeks, we have seen some spectacular wins by the Colts. Peyton Manning is playing out of his mind. He has had four consecutive 300-plus-yard passing games (a first for him); he did something that hasn’t been done in 30 years—win a game in which the offense only ...It All Starts Up Front: Understanding Offensive Line Basics Part I
Published on: 4th October, 2009
I can see a lot of you reading the headline and thinking, “The offensive line? Why should I spend time learning about them? How boring.” This attitude is evidenced by how little it is a subject on discussion boards. It’s a group of guys we don’t notice, unless the QB gets sacked, ...What If Jim Caldwell Is a Bust? Who should the Colts Replace Him With?
Published on: 20th July, 2009
What If Caldwell Is a Bust? I was reading an article on NFL.COM about how Mike Shanahan wants to coach again in 2010. It got me thinking about who I would want to Coach the Colts if Jim Caldwell turns out to be a failure. Here is the premise for this article: ...Colts Football 101 – Understanding Jeff Saturday and The Offensive Line
Published on: 12th July, 2009
Why is Bill Parcels the greatest football mind in the NFL today? Why is it that every team he has touched has turned to gold, and is better off when he leaves than when he got there? He understands that to build a great team, you need to start from ...Featured Sponsors
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