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Dime Package: Colts Win, but Struggle Against Texans
There's something somewhat comforting about reaching the midway point at 8-0. It means that even a 4-4 meltdown to end the season would mean the Colts would reach that historic 12-win mark.
Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts
TV/radio : CBS and KZNX Records : Texans 5-3, Colts 7-0 Line : Colts by 9 Series : Colts lead 13-1. Who's your daddy? The numbers bear out Indy's total domination of this series.
Colts Rally in Second Half to Beat San Francisco 49ers, 18-14, at Lucas Oil Stadium INDIANAPOLIS Dallas Clark had a feeling it might go like this.
Defenders say rules protect QBs too much
NFL rules prohibit a pass rusher from "forcibly hitting in the knee area or below a passer who has one or both feet on the ground." A clarification issued this season by the league's competition committee prohibits a defender on the ground who hasn't been blocked or fouled into the quarterback from lunging or diving at his lower legs.
Colts know unbeaten record is not perfection
The Indianapolis Colts can look almost any place these days and hear the calls of perfection.
Colts defense sacks 49ers in 2nd half
The Indianapolis Colts' penchant for timely defensive plays began with heroics from one Pro Bowl star and ended with another.
Colts survive 49ers to stay undefeated
Indianapolis Colts tight end Dallas Clark, left, is tackled by San Francisco 49ers safety Dashon Goldson after picking up a first down late in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday.
Niners come up short vs. Colts, fall 18-14
INDIANAPOLIS a ' For a team that has adopted "Don't Tell Me Show Me" as a motto, the San Francisco 9ers are relying more on words than actions these days.
San Francisco ground game gives Colts another big test
By Michael Marot The Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS -- Alex Smith has been stealing the headlines in San Francisco all week.
Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney is the game's most intimidating player
It was toward the end of a wandering interview on Boston radio station WEEI last week that the question was posed: 'Who is the most intimidating player you face?' 'Dwight Freeney,' New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady replied.
Indianapolis Colts could remain unbeaten
We're wired to jump the gun on every topic possible, to peer into the future and speculate on matchups that could change drastically in personnel and momentum by the time they arrive.
SF ground game gives Colts another big test
He's back as 49ers starting quarterback and getting help from the recently signed Michael Crabtree and the rejuvenated Vernon Davis .
Smith has chance to show he's grown
Alex Smith's first NFL start was a putrid affair. Looking jittery and overmatched, the 49ers rookie threw four interceptions, was sacked five times and had an 8.5 passer rating.
Colts defense dominating by playing 'loose'
The secret to the high level of play by the Indianapolis Colts' defense during the team's 6-0 start is no secret at all, according to one of the new components.
Now Colts may have defense to go with offense
Yes, suddenly Indy's potent offense has found itself a perfect complement - a dominant defense.
Rams preparing for fast Colts 'D'
Understandably, much of the pregame buildup for Sunday's home game against Indianapolis has focused on and the Colts ' precision offense.
South Posted by Scouts Inc.'s Matt Williamson Five nuggets of knowledge about Week 7: Will Indianapolis contain Steven Jackson ? St.
Boom or Bust: Colts' defense deserves respect
Adam Schein hosts the Sirius Blitz on Sirius NFL Radio from 11-3 ET. He also co-hosts Loudmouths on Sports Net New York every weeknight at 6 ET.
Colts haven't lost a step despite changes
The Indianapolis Colts are looking a lot like their old selves. Peyton Manning is completing passes at a record rate, the offense is scoring points by the dozens, the defense is harassing quarterbacks and the Colts are headed into another bye week with yet another perfect record.
QUESTION: What will the defense look like when it takes the field in St. Louis on Oct.
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