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)
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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 Don Majkowski (Story)
If NBA basketball had Earvin "Magic" Johnson, NFL football had Don "Majik Man" Majkowski. Both Johnson and Majkowski strutted their wares in the 1980s. The latter defied the odds and became a member of the Green Bay Packers in 1987. Majkowski, who largely flew under the radar because of his shoulder injury in college, lived up to his unique nickname in the 1989 … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Don Majkowski (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 Browning Nagle (Story)
The New York Jets took a chance on quarterback Browning Nagle in the 1991 NFL Draft. The Jets were eager to take Southern Mississippi Eagles signal caller Brett Favre with the 34th overall selection that year. Alas, the Atlanta Falcons, who had the 33rd overall pick, took Favre off the draft board. The Jets, who did not have a contingency plan, settled for … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Browning Nagle (Story)