At this point, it is no secret to anyone that the 2011 season sparked the catalyst for a total team overhaul in Indianapolis. One of the most consistent franchises over the period of a decade lost major names on the field, on the sidelines, and in the front office. No loss was bigger than losing a player who could go down into the record books as the greatest quarterback in the history of the game.
With many heroes of an era moving on and a complete shakeup from general manager down to position coaches, along with a drastic change defensively, concerns will form about fielding a competitive football team. Season ticket waiting lists will be impacted, fan confidence levels will drop, uncertainty will ensue, and media attention will drop significantly.
Does all of this mean that the Indianapolis Colts franchise is in trouble? Does it mean the team is no longer relevant? Should the team drastically alter it's approach to outside opportunities in order to "create" attent...
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PLAYERS:
Peyton Manning,
Dwight Freeney,
Robert Mathis,
Josh Chapman,
Brandon McKinney,
Larry Bird,
Jim Irsay
TEAMS: Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Indiana Pacers
TEAMS: Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Indiana Pacers
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