Bill Polian: Real Man of Genius

Three years ago, Vic Ketchman of 'Ask Vic' fame predicted that the Colts time on top would be short. He hilariously declared that the Colts were the perfect model of how not to build a franchise. Reading this article will be the highlight of your day. Six weeks later they won the Super Bowl. At the core his argument was that Colts had mismanaged the cap. Pointing out that he was so very, hilariously wrong is not the point of this post.  But I thought I'd point it out anyway. The other day I linked to the recent updates done at Coltscap.net, but I feel like they need some more attention. I'm on record as saying I believe the salary cap system is leaving and not coming back.  Like everyone else, I pray I'm wrong.  The salary cap has provided the Colts with a massive competitive advantage.  Because Polian drafts so well, Indy is constantly stocked with cheap, talented players.  This allows the Colts to pay their stars big money, while keeping the team rolling. ...