** The official Grandpa Beer belly vs Flying Fish Gameday Thread**

[apballin]

I have no idea how this is gonna go but somehow someway Colts pull of a miracle today

Colts 27
Seahawks 24

Win fir Jim!!

[Hoopsdoc]

This is either going to be a solid 14 point loss or a complete blowout. The Seahawks are just too good.

41-14 Seahawks.

It will be interesting to watch regardless.

[Oldcolt]

Took the words out of my mouth. Great title. Football gods owe us big time.

[Hoopsdoc]

Damn, good title. Someone either delete mine or merge it with this one.

Go Colts.

[Colts And Orioles]

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INDIANAPOLIS COLTS lllllllllll...tt) - 34


SEATTLE SEAHAWKS llllllllllllllllllllllllll..t - .. 23

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[Colts And Orioles]

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In my rat's ass of an opinion, Jonathan Taylor is an MVP-caliber running back ...... and MVP-caliber running backs are capable of running rampant, even if the opposing defense is great, and even if his own quarterback is 44 years-old with the mobility of a wooden chair.

I think that Taylor will have an excellent game today, in spite of the proverbial deck being stacked against him.

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[YDFL Commish]

The only way we win this game, is if the defense can get Darnold to revert into the pumpkin he once was. Meaning,,, pressure and confusion.

[Colts And Orioles]

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Take heart, Mr. Rivers ...... here's a couple of older veterans who didn't do too badly in the 1970's.

In 1974, at the age of 40, Jurgensen won his 3rd NFL passing crown




https://quarterbackconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Kilmer-Jorgensonn.jpg

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[Thorgrim]

The crystal ball is in the shop for repairs so here goes.

This game and all others moving forward are essentially playoff games barring a collapse by our nearest competitors for the 4th or 7th seed. Rivers has a Herculean task ahead of him but I’m oddly comfortable with him squeaking out a win if we can manage a pass rush that produces sacks and turnovers. That said, I see one of two outcomes.
Defense comes alive and essentially wins this game for us. Colts 17-14
Taylor plays lights out while Rivers is efficient along with solid D. Colts 23 -17.
Either way the D needs to bring it for us to win. Unless we get some unexpected defensive or special teams score or some incredibly short fields I can’t see them generating more than a modest score. I’m sure check-downs will be a big part of the game plan so I pray Rivers doesn’t telegraph those balls. We could see a pick six real quick if Rivers can’t look off those corners. Rivers was a master of play-action if given just a little time. I wouldn’t expect it, but if he shows out it will be a product of play-action off of good protection.

[omahacolt]

A- on the title


well done

[omahacolt]

Colts will get destroyed today.


the colts defense is garbage and the offense is going to struggle a lot.


looking forward to it though

[Thorgrim]

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Take heart, Mr. Rivers ...... here's a couple of older veterans who didn't do too badly in the 1970's.

In 1974, at the age of 40, Jurgensen won his 3rd NFL passing crown




https://quarterbackconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Kilmer-Jorgensonn.jpg

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My favorite game by Kilmer came in 78’. 😉

[BCN#1]

Well folks... I feel better seeing the positive thoughts here so I no longer feel alone in that sense.

I also think we pull this one out of our arses 24-21 with JT and the Defense stepping up.... There... I said it and I am only starting to get my drink on given its late afternoon in these parts. :-)


Gawd I hope I am right on this one...:eek:

[Dewey 5]

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Take heart, Mr. Rivers ...... here's a couple of older veterans who didn't do too badly in the 1970's.

In 1974, at the age of 40, Jurgensen won his 3rd NFL passing crown




https://quarterbackconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Kilmer-Jorgensonn.jpg

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In 1972 I think he had the same injury as Daniel Jones

[Hoopsdoc]

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In my rat's ass of an opinion, Jonathan Taylor is an MVP-caliber running back ...... and MVP-caliber running backs are capable of running rampant, even if the opposing defense is great, and even if his own quarterback is 44 years-old with the mobility of a wooden chair.

I think that Taylor will have an excellent game today, in spite of the proverbial deck being stacked against him.

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The Seahawks will shut Taylor down and sit on all the short routes. Rivers doesn’t have the arm to throw the ball deep.

This is going to be a blood bath.

[IndyNorm]

The only way we win this game, is if the defense can get Darnold to revert into the pumpkin he once was. Meaning,,, pressure and confusion.

The problem with this is that our pass rush, especially with Defo out, isn't capable of doing this. Unless something crazy happens SEA should win in a blowout, and if/when they do my BetMGM account will look much better.

[Kray007]

The only way we win this game, is if the defense can get Darnold to revert into the pumpkin he once was. Meaning,,, pressure and confusion.

It would have been easier with Ward and Gardner on the field.

[Kray007]

The Seahawks will shut Taylor down and sit on all the short routes. Rivers doesn’t have the arm to throw the ball deep.

This is going to be a blood bath.

It would have been interesting to see Anthony Richardson take the field. He might have answered questions about his mechanics and professionalism. Unfortunately, in a cruelly humorous twist of fate, people who claimed that he could get injured while soaking in a hot tub were proven right.

[CletusPyle]

My positive post for the day....I like pizza and ice cream! Go Colts! Go Grandpa!

[bigalbert]

Hopefully grampa doesn’t get cracked in 1/2 today
This is one of those 5% games, but ya never know

[apballin]

Stephen Holder just reported… Rivers left earlier then the team bus to go to the stadium and go over the play sheet and get on the field. Gave the team speech lastnight and told the team “Why not us”

[ChoppedWood]

Without question one of the craziest personnel developments in the history of the NFL. I just cannot get my head around any way this goes well. Box stacked, Steichen losing patience and asking Rivers to wing it- no way this can be a positive outcome. We lose by at least 3 TD's today.

[Thorgrim]

Without question one of the craziest personnel developments in the history of the NFL. I just cannot get my head around any way this goes well. Box stacked, Steichen losing patience and asking Rivers to wing it- no way this can be a positive outcome. We lose by at least 3 TD's today.

Let er’ rip!

Lol

[Oldcolt]

If the football gods look down on us and somehow grant a miracle and we win and eventually make the playoffs ( a huge if I get it) this could be interesting. That would mean Rivers is not horrible and adding (possibly) Buckner, Gardner and Ward to any defense could change it immensely. Just dreaming while I still can.

[Thorgrim]

When Rivers retired I wanted him to come back for one more season.
I guess he got the memo late.

[DragonTails]

River biggest problem, besides being old and slow, is that the offensive line won’t be able to give him time.

This is going to be one ugly game and won’t be much fun to watch after the first quarter.

37-10.

[Lov2fish]

Fucking solid title.

I hope for the best, but I am a realist. The last 4-5 weeks the O-Line has regressed and made a mobile QB move more than needed. They are gonna get O'Man Rivers murdered.

[Colts And Orioles]

My favorite game by Kilmer came in 78’. ) ��





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Monday Night Football, Bert Jones returned to the Colts to lead the team to a victory to keep their dim playoff hopes alive.

I was in 8th grade at the time. I remember Mike Curtis was playing in his final season for the Redskins. Curtis wanted to hit Bert when Bert slid feet-first near the sidelines just before halftime, but Bert's feet prevented him from doing so.

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[Puck]

Fucking solid title.

I hope for the best, but I am a realist. The last 4-5 weeks the O-Line has regressed and made a mobile QB move more than needed. They are gonna get O'Man Rivers murdered.

My guess is a lot of 12 personnel. More guys to protect and Rivers loves TE's

[Colts And Orioles]

I hope for the best, but I am a realist ...... the last 4-5 weeks, the O-Line has regressed and made a mobile QB move more than needed. They are going to get Ol' Man Rivers murdered.











My guess is a lot of 12 personnel. More guys to protect, and Rivers loves TE's.






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In 2010, I remember a game in which the announcers pointed out that the Colts were keeping at least 7 men in to block on almost every pass-play from scrimmage for the entire game, emphasizing protecting Peyton Manning above all else.

I suspect similar strategy today for Philips Rivers.

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[Colts And Orioles]

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The Patriots kicked a field goal early in the 3rd quarter, putting them up by a score of 24-7 on the Bills.

The Bills now lead that game by a score of 28-24.

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[Oldcolt]

I watched Tom Matte in 1965 (he was a halfback) quarterback a Baltimore Colts team (Unitas and his backup Cuozzo were injured) to a victory over the Lombardi/Starr Green Bay Packers only to have the fucking refs miss a field goal call and give the damn game to the Packers (Sport Illustrated-a thing we called a magazine that came out weekly-had multiple shots of the blown call). It was a playoff game

[Colts And Orioles]

I watched Tom Matte in 1965 (he was a halfback) quarterback a Baltimore Colts team (Unitas and his backup Cuozzo were injured) to a victory over the Lombardi/Starr Green Bay Packers only to have the fucking refs miss a field goal call and give the damn game to the Packers (Sport Illustrated-a thing we called a magazine that came out weekly-had multiple shots of the blown call.)




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As a direct result of that play, both the NFL and the AFL raised the uprights of the goalposts from 10 feet to 20 feet the very next season.

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[Racehorse]

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The Patriots kicked a field goal early in the 3rd quarter, putting them up by a score of 24-7 on the Bills.

The Bills now lead that game by a score of 28-24.

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Bills up 4, with the ball 5:00 and change to go

[Racehorse]

Bills up 4, with the ball 5:00 and change to go

Cheats force a 3 and out. Less than 3:00 to go.

[Discflinger]

Spike that ball right in Vrabel's face!

[CletusPyle]

Wow....Mahomes is down!:eek:

[Racehorse]

Mahomo's knee hurt on drive to try to tie/win. Minshew is in. Does not look good. Hyperextended, or worse

[Colts And Orioles]

Wow ...... Mahomes is down !!! ) :eek:





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And in comes our old friend, Gardner Minshew.

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[Racehorse]

Minshew looks better then Mahomo did all game

[Racehorse]

Minshew looks better then Mahomo did all game

Minshew picked off to lose

[CletusPyle]

Minshew looks better then Mahomo did all game

Well....not so much!:D

KC out.....Taylor and Travis can ride off into the sunset together!

[Discflinger]

Well with us he was Min...Shoe...

[Thorgrim]

Didn’t get a bit of help from anyone today. Good teams taking care of business.

[Hoopsdoc]

KC officially out of contention. I’m not disappointed about that.

I do hope Mahomes isn’t hurt to bad.

[albany ed]

today so far, the cream has risen to the top.

[Colts And Orioles]

We didn’t get a bit of help from anyone today. Good teams are taking care of business.





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Unless the Colts run the table to finish at 12-5, and catch the Patriots and the Bills for the #2 overall seed. ) ;)

The Colts don't need help, they need to win games ...... they need to winl A lgame to start with.

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[Racehorse]

Moving the ball well

[Racehorse]

Moving the ball well

I spoke too soon

[CletusPyle]

Well he looked a lot better than I thought he would!

[Hoopsdoc]

Rivers arm is toast. He has no zip at all.

This is gonna be a long day.

[apballin]

Not bad came out running the ball atleast

[Colts And Orioles]

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On the play immediately after Pittman caught the ball for the 1st down, everybody in the Western Hemisphere knew that Jonathan Taylor was getting the ball ...... not surprisingly, and he was stopped for no gain.

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[HoosierinFL]

Rivers arm is toast. He has no zip at all.

This is gonna be a long day.

Which was entirely foreseeable. This will go down as one of the dumbest moves in franchise history

[Thorgrim]

Now for some sacks and turnovers

[Colts And Orioles]

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Nice play by Nick Cross to hang on for the tackle on the Seahawks' opening play from scrimmage ...... it looked like the runner might break loose, but Cross was not to be denied.

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[albany ed]

So far, so good.

[apballin]

Settle down and let er rip old man!!

[Racehorse]

JT is on a mission today

[Hoopsdoc]

Which was entirely foreseeable. This will go down as one of the dumbest moves in franchise history

I dont necessarily disagree with the decision to sign Rivers. They were kind of backed up against the wall.

I don’t think he should be starting today though. That’s absolutely insane. Rivers should have been the emergency option today.

The fact that they drafted Leonard and he’s healthy and not playing is not a good look for the coaches.

If he’s that bad, why is he on the team? Why did they draft him?

[Discflinger]

We're at the point where it doesn't really matter.

[Racehorse]

If he’s that bad, why is he on the team? Why did they draft him?

Third string developmental guy?

[CletusPyle]

I dont necessarily disagree with the decision to sign Rivers. They were kind of backed up against the wall.

I don’t think he should be starting today though. That’s absolutely insane. Rivers should have been the emergency option today.

The fact that they drafted Leonard and he’s healthy and not playing is not a good look for the coaches.

If he’s that bad, why is he on the team? Why did they draft him?

It's a real slap in the face to Riley....he's worked hard and should have got his shot. But I am trying to be positive!

[Discflinger]

Pitt!!!!

[Hoopsdoc]

They have no downfield options at all with Rivers. Everything has to be within 15 yards of the line of scrimmage because Rivers can’t throw it further than that.

That’s not going to work. Seattle will eventually start crowding the line.

[Racehorse]

Pitt was interfered with

[albany ed]

first blood is blue

[Hoopsdoc]

All these short throws are going to start being incompletions or interceptions.

[YDFL Commish]

So far, so good. The best start we cc could've hoped for.

[apballin]

All these short throws are going to start being incompletions or interceptions.

Or touchdowns

[Discflinger]

I have faith in our offense. It's the depleted defense that I am worried about.

[WaynesWorld87]

That was 100% a PI on the Seahawks and the refs didn't even think about throwing a flag.

[Thorgrim]

I think we will get some good calls today. It works in the nfl’s best interest. This reminds me of Jeff Saturday’s coaching debut. I’m

[Colts And Orioles]

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Jonathan Taylor is doing great so far, but there were a couple of calls in which he was given the ball that were very predictable.

I do like the fact that they are using Abdullah though, and mixing it up in that sense.

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[albany ed]

They have no downfield options at all with Rivers. Everything has to be within 15 yards of the line of scrimmage because Rivers can’t throw it further than that.

That’s not going to work. Seattle will eventually start crowding the line.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncbEucjsNFU

[BCN#1]

Lets go gents! Prove the naysayers wrong!:D

[HoosierinFL]

All these short throws are going to start being incompletions or interceptions.

Start becoming incompletions? He’s 3 for 9

[CletusPyle]

Somehow, Philip Rivers has made our defense better.......:confused:

[albany ed]

Rivers isn't going to win this one for the Colts, we just don't want him to lose it for the Colts. The rest of the team needs to step up.

[YDFL Commish]

We need a cheap TD here.

[DragonTails]

This is pissing me off. thetvapp got shut down and the redzone shows every fkn game but the Colts.

I've seen about 8 plays. FU redzone. Who cares about tenn and sf

[Lov2fish]

He looks 44 years old. This is pitiful. Please stop and end it now. We are not going to score points when you can only throw it 15 yards

[Discflinger]

Come on new boy!!!!

[Discflinger]

Fuck the raiders!!!

[Racehorse]

Somehow, Philip Rivers has made our defense better.......:confused:

I think they are energized by his presence, and he is controlling the clock to keep them fresh.

[Colts And Orioles]

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We actually got a break with the illegal motion penalty that was called against us ...... if it had not been called, it would have been the Seahawks' ball, because Taylor was stuffed on 4th down.

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[Colts And Orioles]

We need a cheap TD here.





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From our defense. ) ;)

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[Racehorse]

Time for a Darnold Pick 6

[albany ed]

I'm looking at Rivers on the sideline, he's just having himself a ball. Way to go old man.

[Racehorse]

I'm looking at Rivers on the sideline, he's just having himself a ball. Way to go old man.

It is like you or I would feel out there

[Racehorse]

Defense is energized!!!!!!!!!

[CletusPyle]

Let's hope the Seahawks D doesn't want revenge for that Cross hit on Darnold!

[Colts And Orioles]

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I'm getting some vibes that are somewhat reminiscent from the 2014 Colts' upset win over Peyton Manning's Denver Broncos in that season's divisional playoff game in Denver ...... the underdog road team in the all-white uniforms are hanging in there in a big road game, as they did in that game 11 years ago.

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[Racehorse]

Who is Owen?

[Racehorse]

Let's hope the Seahawks D doesn't want revenge for that Cross hit on Darnold!

It was not a dirty hit. We are not the Raiders.

[albany ed]

He looks 44 years old. This is pitiful. Please stop and end it now. We are not going to score points when you can only throw it 15 yards

You must be a lot of fun at parties.

[CletusPyle]

Who is Owen?

He was on the practice squad....never heard of him!:D

[Racehorse]

He was on the practice squad....never heard of him!:D

Me, either. Maybe it is Lawrence Owen

[TheMugwump]

Hey boys! Just got home from traveling and turned the game on to see Latu make that last tackle.

How's Jones doing today?

[Racehorse]

Hey boys! Just got home from traveling and turned the game on to see Latu make that last tackle.

How's Jones doing today?

Jaylon made a play on STs

[Puck]

Me, either. Maybe it is Lawrence Owen

He is one of the players off the practice squad that was called in to catch for Rivers durning the workout

[Lov2fish]

You must be a lot of fun at parties.

I'm a blast at parties actually.

I have been a fan since late 70's and I live in Indy, rare feat. I don't want to see parlor tricks. I want to see us win football games, and that won't be watching him throw rainbows 15 yards.

[Discflinger]

Lfg!!!!

[Colts And Orioles]

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I'm talking crazy here, but I suspect that the Colts want Riley Leonard to take over the reins after this game, either against the 49ers or against the Jaguars ...... I think that the Colts want to make sure that Rivers plays at least one game, just in case Leonard gets hurt in a future game ...... considering the fact that Rivers has not played in 5 years, the Colts want to make sure that he gets some in-game experience in a non-conference game just in case they need him to come in off the bench in an intra-division game if Riley gets hurt against the Jaguars or the Texans.

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[Racehorse]

I'm a blast at parties actually.

I have been a fan since late 70's and I live in Indy, rare feet. I don't want to see parlor tricks. I want to see us win football games, and that won't be watching him throw rainbows 15 yards.

Rivers is having a better day at QB than Darnold is.

[YDFL Commish]

Wearing them down?

[HoosierinFL]

This is pissing me off. thetvapp got shut down and the redzone shows every fkn game but the Colts.

I've seen about 8 plays. FU redzone. Who cares about tenn and sf

I’m on crackstreams

[Lov2fish]

Rivers is having a better day at QB than Darnold is.

Good point, got nothing for that.

[albany ed]

Need a TD here

[Colts And Orioles]

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That injury to Raimann forced us to use a time-out, which saves some time for the Seahawks on the other end ...... a bad break.

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[Discflinger]

At least it wasn't a leg

[Racehorse]

JOsh, TouchDowns!

[Discflinger]

2???

[albany ed]

Way to go old man!

[TheMugwump]

You bring in a(nother) back up tackle, running is probably your best bet. Nice to see them keep it simple and still move forward

[Racehorse]

Rivers is gonna have incredible street cred at his HS next year

[BCN#1]

Go Phil!!!!:cool:

[CletusPyle]

Alright.....that was one hell of a drive! I hope this is all on the level, because it is fun as hell!

[BCN#1]

I’m on crackstreams

Topstreams working for me at least.

[Discflinger]

https://youtu.be/saa7rB57Mnk?si=2U-XTJEDJaKcmNFH

[albany ed]

Keep it up old man. 10 of 16 for 81 yards and a passing TD. More importantly, he is controlling the clock. Long way to go, but he's doing better than I expected. How about the rest of you?

[Racehorse]

Crappy tacking to end the half

[Colts And Orioles]

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That injury to Raimann forced us to use a time-out, which saves some time for the Seahawks on the other end ...... a bad break.

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That extra time-out is looming large on this drive.

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[Racehorse]

Pratt got lucky there

[Colts And Orioles]

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(THE COLTS' DEFENSE)



PUNT


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PUNT


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[Colts And Orioles]

Keep it up, old man. He's 10-of-16 for 81 yards, and a passing TD. More importantly, he is controlling the clock. There's still a long way to go, but he's doing better than I expected ...... how about the rest of you ???




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Rivers is 7-for-7 in his last 7 pass attempts.

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[Colts And Orioles]

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(TIME OF POSSESSION)



THE COLTS: llllllllllllll. 19:02

THE SEAHWAKS: llllll 10:58

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[Puck]

Seahawks D had no idea what Phil could do. He had them confused. NO WAY Riley Leonard makes Seattle think this hard.

Hopefully the D keeps playing well.


LFG!!

[IndyNorm]

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(THE COLTS' DEFENSE)



PUNT


FG


PUNT


PUNT


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Crazy. Our D normally isn't anywhere near this good when they're full strength. Much less when they're without 3 of their 4-5 best players. Hope they can keep this up.

[Puck]

Offset at the spot of the hold? Wow Colts got a break. Never heard of that

[CletusPyle]

I hope Riley is keeping warm!

[Racehorse]

Need to put Darnold in the turf

[Racehorse]

Sack time

[albany ed]

Okay, now the Colts need to do a slow and steady scoring drive.

[Puck]

I hope Riley is keeping warm!

WTF???? Are you hoping Rivers gets hurt????

[CletusPyle]

I don't think it should have been PI, but we have not gotten the benefit of the doubt on plays like that all season, I think Roger may have called the dogs off today in honor of Phil!

[CletusPyle]

WTF???? Are you hoping Rivers gets hurt????

No goofball, they were working on Phil's shoulder on the sidelines!

[Colts And Orioles]

I hope that Riley is keeping warm !!!











WTF ??? Are you hoping that Rivers gets hurt ???





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I think that he's just being realistic, and wants Leonard to be ready in case the Seahawks get a really hard hit on our 44 year-old quarterback.

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[Puck]

No goofball, they were working on Phil's shoulder on the sidelines!

Sorry. Didnt see that

[BCN#1]

a bit surprised that Downs was not all over that pass as his bread and butter.... oh well, next one for sure.

[Puck]

We need a turnover. Sack fumble. pick 6. something

[Colts And Orioles]

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I'm getting some vibes that are somewhat reminiscent from the 2014 Colts' upset win over Peyton Manning's Denver Broncos in that season's divisional playoff game in Denver ...... the underdog road team in the all-white uniforms are hanging in there in a big road game, as they did in that game 11 years ago.

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I'm also getting some vibes that are reminiscent of Jim Harbaugh's 1995 team in the 1995 AFC Championship game against the Steelers ....... the underdog road team in the all-white uniforms literally hung in there until the final play of that game.

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[Racehorse]

Tyquan Lewis made a play

[Colts And Orioles]

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The Seahawks might try a fake-punt at some point in this game ...... I hope that Steichen doesn't get caught with his pants down if they do.

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[CletusPyle]

JT might just break one......

[TheMugwump]

JT might just break one......

On that first down run, I was yelling, "break one!"

[Colts And Orioles]

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The clock stopped after that bear-hug tackle for no reason ....... they should take about 15 seconds off of the clock.

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[CletusPyle]

I didn't think you were allowed to block if you call a fair catch?

[BCN#1]

Sure would love to see some more sacks... maybe a strip sack or pick 6 better yet????

A man can wish can´t he???:eek::cool:

[CletusPyle]

Looks like they have either figured out our defense, or our guys are wearing down!

[Racehorse]

Looks like they have either figured out our defense, or our guys are wearing down!

I think we are being less aggressive

[Colts And Orioles]

It looks like they have either figured out our defense, or our guys are wearing down !!!





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It's the start of the 4th quarter, and the Seahawks only have 9 points ...... at worst, the Colts' defense has been bending-but-not-breaking.

The Seahawks defense has been on the field longer than the Colts' defense, so I doubt that the Colt's defense is wearing down.

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[YDFL Commish]

JT time!

[Colts And Orioles]

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(THE COLTS' DEFENSE)



PUNT


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PUNT


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[apballin]

Come on JT!!! Put em away!!!

[DragonTails]

first down play action please.

Quit playing not to lose.

[CletusPyle]

Philip got sandwiched on that sack, we can't let that happen again!

[Colts And Orioles]

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Let's get a 2-point safety here.

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[YDFL Commish]

I ordered a pick 6 with fries and choc.

[albany ed]

This is a very good game. It may be getting away from us a little right now, but win or lose, I'm proud of these guys.

[Thorgrim]

Miss it

[Colts And Orioles]

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(THE COLTS' DEFENSE)



PUNT


FG


PUNT


PUNT


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PUNT


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[CletusPyle]

So Rivers is going to have a chance to win this one with a FG!

[CletusPyle]

JT needs to run like a madman!

[DragonTails]

Play action and hit Warren on a slant. JC

[Racehorse]

They are stacking Taylor. Run him outside

[DragonTails]

Wasting first fkn down every time. Play to win the MFR game.

[Racehorse]

Who missed Badgley? Not me!

[YDFL Commish]

Grupe!!,

[CletusPyle]

Unbelievable.....47 seconds is a long time!

[TheMugwump]

A 60 yarder? Really? Okay, good luck.

[CletusPyle]

Who missed Badgley? Not me!

Badge would have never made that!

[TheMugwump]

Ho-Lee ...

[WaynesWorld87]

Fucking nailed it!

However, we probably left too much time on the clock.

[TheMugwump]

Seattle's coach did a great job saving time. But no time outs left.

We'll see.

Good Luck.

[Racehorse]

Need a sack

[CletusPyle]

This sucks....can't we ever win a close one!

[WaynesWorld87]

Yep, one play and the Seahawks are pretty much in FG range. These new kickoff rules make it where teams only need 10-20 yards (depending on their kicker) to reasonably attempt a game-winning or game-tying FG.

[nate505]

Absolute joy to absolute depression...so quickly.

[Racehorse]

It was fun, but that sucked

[DragonTails]

just needed one more first down and they played it like a bunch of pussies.

Why go get Rivers and then make those calls.

[albany ed]

I am not gonna bitch about this game. My team played their hearts out and should be very proud. Good clock management by Seattle on our last drive.

[CletusPyle]

It was fun, but that sucked

Script writers fucked us again!

[Lov2fish]

There's that Colts defense we know. Absolutely can not get off the fucking field when you absolutely needed it. The experiment with Rivers needs to end today. He can't roll out. He can't scramble. He can't throw it more than 15 yards. No zip on the ones he does throw. I do not give a fuck about feel good stories, or atta boys we almost got it!

[Colts And Orioles]

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In my rat's ass of an opinion, Jonathan Taylor is an MVP-caliber running back ...... and MVP-caliber running backs are capable of running rampant, even if the opposing defense is great, and even if his own quarterback is 44 years-old with the mobility of a wooden chair.

I think that Taylor will have an excellent game today, in spite of the proverbial deck being stacked against him.

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Taylor didn't run rampant, but he still had an excellent game ...... he really did well to keep a lot of pressure off of Philip Rivers.

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[Colts And Orioles]

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[Spike]

There's that Colts defense we know. Absolutely can not get off the fucking field when you absolutely needed it. The experiment with Rivers needs to end today. He can't roll out. He can't scramble. He can't throw it more than 15 yards. No zip on the ones he does throw. I do not give a fuck about feel good stories, or atta boys we almost got it!

Yeah, I agree. That was painful to watch.

[ZionsvilleColtsFan]

From 7-1 to 8-6. I assume if(when) they miss playoffs Ballard is gone.

[WaynesWorld87]

I thought we'd get smoked today, so the loss isn't surprising in the least. But to come so damn close only to lose like that turns into what I thought was going to be a "no sweat, who cares, stress free" loss into a crushing, "fuck this shit" loss.

That more-or-less ends/kills our playoff hopes so now I can really go into "fuck it" mode.

Has a team ever had this big of a collapse? We were 8-2 and legitimately looked like the best team in the NFL. Our point-differential through the first, what, 8 or 9 games was historic? All indicators pointed to us winning 12+ games and making the playoffs. Yet, at the same time, is anyone surprised this has happened? Obviously the Jones injury made this loss eminent, but this has to be up there with one of the worst collapses in NFL history, yet for some reason not surprising.

[Colts And Orioles]

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I'm getting some vibes that are somewhat reminiscent from the 2014 Colts' upset win over Peyton Manning's Denver Broncos in that season's divisional playoff game in Denver ...... the underdog road team in the all-white uniforms are hanging in there in a big road game, as they did in that game 11 years ago.

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I'm also getting some vibes that are reminiscent of Jim Harbaugh's 1995 team in the 1995 AFC Championship game against the Steelers ....... the underdog road team in the all-white uniforms literally hung in there until the final play of that game.

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Alas, it turned out like the 1995 AFC Championship game ...... such a valiant effort, such a heartbreaking loss, and such an easy team to love.

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[CletusPyle]

We are all but eliminated, I hope they just let Riley finish it out.

[Racehorse]

We are all but eliminated, I hope they just let Riley finish it out.

I would prefer to see AR return, but I agree

[ChaosTheory]

I thought we'd get smoked today, so the loss isn't surprising in the least. But to come so damn close only to lose like that turns into what I thought was going to be a "no sweat, who cares, stress free" loss into a crushing, "fuck this shit" loss.

That more-or-less ends/kills our playoff hopes so now I can really go into "fuck it" mode.

Has a team ever had this big of a collapse? We were 8-2 and legitimately looked like the best team in the NFL. Our point-differential through the first, what, 8 or 9 games was historic? All indicators pointed to us winning 12+ games and making the playoffs. Yet, at the same time, is anyone surprised this has happened? Obviously the Jones injury made this loss eminent, but this has to be up there with one of the worst collapses in NFL history, yet for some reason not surprising.

Ravens in 2021 were 8-3 and finished 8-9. Lamar Jackson got sick if I remember right, then returned for two games and didn't look like himself, then fucked his ankle up and missed the final month+.

Sounds familiar.

[Racehorse]

Ravens in 2021 were 8-3 and finished 8-9. Lamar Jackson got sick if I remember right, then returned for two games and didn't look like himself, then fucked his ankle up and missed the final month+.

Sounds familiar.

Jags had a huge fall to the Titans a few years ago. I think Tennessee did the same to give Houston the division, I think

[albany ed]

We are all but eliminated, I hope they just let Riley finish it out.

I agree. Rivers played his heart out, but at 44 he's physically done. I hope they start Leonard next week and he sits next to Rivers and soaks up some of that HOF knowledge.

[NextManUp]

I thought we'd get smoked today, so the loss isn't surprising in the least. But to come so damn close only to lose like that turns into what I thought was going to be a "no sweat, who cares, stress free" loss into a crushing, "fuck this shit" loss.

That more-or-less ends/kills our playoff hopes so now I can really go into "fuck it" mode.

Has a team ever had this big of a collapse? We were 8-2 and legitimately looked like the best team in the NFL. Our point-differential through the first, what, 8 or 9 games was historic? All indicators pointed to us winning 12+ games and making the playoffs. Yet, at the same time, is anyone surprised this has happened? Obviously the Jones injury made this loss eminent, but this has to be up there with one of the worst collapses in NFL history, yet for some reason not surprising.

I feel like Pittsburgh really exposed us and gave everyone the blueprint on how to beat the Colts. Stop the run, blitz often, and make Jones beat you through the air. Then Buckner and Ward get hurt. Jones breaks his leg and can’t move. Everything just kind of happened at once. I still think we are a top 10 team when heathy. Thats what’s frustrating to me. Can’t overcome all these injuries.

[apballin]

One first down away from icing the game, settling for a 60 yard field goal and leaving time on the clock was just a terrible decision right there

[Hoopsdoc]

From 7-1 to 8-6. I assume if(when) they miss playoffs Ballard is gone.

No one is getting fired. I don’t know why people keep saying that.

I would be SHOCKED if anyone gets fired after this season.

[Hoopsdoc]

One first down away from icing the game, settling for a 60 yard field goal and leaving time on the clock was just a terrible decision right there

Really, Seattle played that perfectly. The Colts could have gone for it on 4th down but they were behind. If the game had been tied, it would have been defensible. As it was, they had to kick the field goal.

Seattle played that brilliantly.