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Johnson dumped by Indy; Colts say not about character

15 October 2009

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Philip B. Wilson of the Indianapolis Star is reporting that the Colts have decided to part ways with DT Ed Johnson, pushing rookie DT Fili Moala into the lineup in his place. Head coach Jim Caldwell was quick to say that the decision was based on  Johnson’s play on the field and not on his [...]

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Vinatieri out for six weeks; Colts sign Stover to fill in

14 October 2009

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ESPN’s Adam Schefter is reporting (via Twitter) that Colts K Adam Vinatieri is expected to miss the next six weeks while he recovers from a knee injury. As a result, Indianapolis will sign free agent K Matt Stover to a short term deal as a replacement for Vinatieri, according to Pro Football Talk on NBC [...]

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Colts kicking the tires on Stover

12 October 2009

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According to Pro Football Talk on NBC Sports, Indianapolis has brought in former Ravens kicker Matt Stover for a tryout tomorrow. Apparently, Adam Vinatieri’s knee trouble is bad enough to warrant a look see at Stover, although they may just be doing their due diligence. Stover is an extremely experienced pro at the position, and [...]

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Mudd retiring because of pension plan spat

6 May 2009

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In a league where salaries often approach eight figures, one of the longest tenured assistant coaches in its history is calling it quits, thanks in part to the NFL owners deciding to change their policies on nonplayers pension plans. According to Chris Mortensen (ESPN), Colts offensive line coach Howard Mudd has told the team he [...]

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Hunter Smith goes to Washington; leaves Colts without a punter

23 April 2009

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According to a report on ESPN.com, longtime Indianapolis Colts punter Hunter Smith has decided to leave the friendly confines of Lucas Oil Stadium and head east to our nation’s capital to play for the Redskins next season. His agent confirmed the deal late this evening, but would not reveal any of the parameters, short of [...]

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Saturday sticks it out in Indy

26 February 2009

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Peyton, you can breathe a sigh of relief now. According to the Indianapolis Star, the Colts have reached a tentative agreement with veteran center Jeff Saturday on a three year deal. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Saturday was slated to head into free agency later on tonight, but apparently the Colts wanted to [...]

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Colts cutting Harrison loose

23 February 2009

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That was quick. Just a few short days after he quietly leaked his request to be released from his contract in Indianapolis, Colts WR Marvin Harrison has gotten his wish, according to a breaking report on ESPN, and will be set free officially within the next two days. Harrison was opposed to any sort of [...]

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Harrison finished in Indy

19 February 2009

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According to Adam Schefter (NFL.com), the Colts will release WR Marvin Harrison very soon, slashing close to $7 million off their books before the NFL’s free agency period begins later next week. Harrison has enjoyed a remarkable career with the Colts, and will likely find his way into the Hall of Fame one day, but [...]

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From disgrace in Indy to a new life in Carolina

26 January 2009

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According to the Associated Press, the Carolina Panthers have hired former Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator Ron Meeks to take the same position with their team. Meeks was fired from his post with the Colts last week, after spending the past seven seasons with the club. He will be replacing Mike Trgovac, who left the Panthers [...]

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Colts going hard after Coyer

22 January 2009

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One day removed from the slightly shocking resignation of defensive coordinator Ron Meeks, the Indianapolis Colts are making a strong push to bring former Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Larry Coyer into the fold, according to WISH-TV in Indianapolis.  Coyer was a strong coach for the Broncos, leading his unit to two straight top five finishes in [...]

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Dungy done in Indy

12 January 2009

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Chris Mortensen (ESPN.com) is reporting that Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy will announce his retirement from the team at a press conference later today. Dungy has spent the past week mulling over his future with the club and while the team maintained he would eventually come back for another season, many sources believed this [...]

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Dungy decision coming soon

11 January 2009

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Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy will reportedly make a decision with regards to his future with the team very soon, according to Chris Mortensen (ESPN). Dungy is currently meeting with team owner Jim Irsay, and will announce his intentions with the team tomorrow. Prior to last week’s playoff loss in San Diego, Dungy sounded [...]

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