Former Indianapolis Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney was one of the greatest pass rushers in franchise history. Freeney's patented spin move, which he developed during his high school days in Connecticut, helped him rack up double-digit figures in sacks and a combined 23 forced fumbles in his first four NFL seasons alone. Freeney complemented Robert Mathis on … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Dwight Freeney (Story)
Indianapolis Colts History
The Life And Career Of Mike Vanderjagt (Story)
It's unfortunate former Indianapolis Colts placekicker Mike Vanderjagt's days with the franchise ended on a sour note. Vanderjagt's disastrous missed 46-yard field-goal attempt during the 2005 AFC Divisional Round game against the Pittsburgh Steelers was a moment fans of the Horseshoe would rather forget. Colts president and general manager Bill Polian did not … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Mike Vanderjagt (Story)
The Life And Career Of Tarik Glenn (Story)
Without a doubt, Tarik Glenn belongs in the Indianapolis Colts' Mt. Rushmore of offensive linemen that includes Ray Donaldson, Chris Hinton, and Jeff Saturday. With Glenn protecting Colts quarterback Peyton Manning's blind side from 1998 to 2006, Manning racked up seven 4,000-yard seasons and two NFL MVP awards in 2003 and 2004. Glenn and the Colts' offensive … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Tarik Glenn (Story)
The Life And Career Of Ron Meyer (Story)
Former Indianapolis Colts head coach Ron Meyer deserves credit for starting the franchise's winning tradition in the Hoosier State. Before Meyer arrived in Indiana in 1986, the Colts were a lost cause that averaged barely five wins per season. Meyer promptly righted the ship and guided Indy to a 9-7 win-loss record and its first postseason appearance since … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Ron Meyer (Story)
The Life And Career Of Ray Donaldson (Story)
Ray Donaldson set the bar high for the center position during his memorable 17-year NFL career. Some football historians also claim that Donaldson was the first African-American center in the National Football League. He anchored the Baltimore Colts' offensive line for four seasons from 1980 to 1983. When they became the Indianapolis Colts in 1984, Donaldson … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Ray Donaldson (Story)