Found November 05, 2011 on The Colts Authority: Yardbarker Blogger Network
Phillip B. Wilson knows this is a hard season to watch.  That said, he's got five good reasons to buy tickets, tune in and support the team.  Among those the most compelling may be to watch what could be the last hurrah for some Colts heroes: The impending free agents include Pro Bowl wide receiver Reggie Wayne, Pro Bowl defensive end Robert Mathis, Pro Bowl center Jeff Saturday, wide receiver Pierre Garcon, tight end Jacob Tamme, offensive tackle Ryan Diem and wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez.
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