With Polian gone, Irsay must absorb criticism
Colts owner Jim Irsay has a plethora of huge decision to make even beyond this off-season. With his main adviser now gone, he may have to rely on his intuition to make those tough calls.
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Cost of stadium’s retractable roof still bone of contention
Despite complaints about the cost of Lucas Oil Stadium's roof, which is pegged between $70 million and $90 million, it has been used 10 times more than the expensive pop top on Texas Stadium.
Luck, Manning may be aligning their strategies for coming year
Sources close to Andrew Luck said he may be ready to sign a deal with Peyton Manning's agent. If that happens, it could mean bad news for the Indianapolis Colts front office.
Colts win streak could set team back a decade
There has been much hand-wringing about what the Indianapolis Colts would do with Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck on their roster. If they win another game or two, they'll have a much bigger dilemma.
Indiana poised to become a basketball state once again
With the Pacers and IU re-emerging as contenders and the Colts floundering, Indiana sports fans are primed to re-embrace their Hoosier hysteria roots. But what happens when Peyton Manning returns or Andrew Luck is drafted is anybody's guess.
Irsay has what it takes to keep Manning, Luck happy together
No need to wait for the results of medical tests on Peyton Manning Wednesday. If the Colts get Andrew Luck, No. 18 must go. Right? Hold your horses just a minute.
ESPN’s Manning reference insulting to Indianapolis
Mike Greenberg, who apparently is quite the Indianapolis historian, insists that without No. 18, there would be no Indianapolis Colts, no Lucas Oil Stadium and no Super Bowl here.
Irsay could pose roadblock to NFL’s L.A. move
It’s ironic that the last man rumored to be moving an NFL franchise to Los Angeles might now be one of the obstacles for a new NFL owner cropping up in the City of Angels.
It’s only a matter of time before Colts’ Caldwell on hot seat
Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel was hired by the Indianapolis Colts to help Jim Caldwell. But he could end up unintentionally turning up the heat on the embattled head coach.
NFL alums invite public to party at Hard Rock
The local chapter of the NFL Alumni is building a reputation for becoming one of the league’s most active chapters for charity.
Manning injury could sack Colts stores’ sales
Local company that manages Colts merchandise sales operations isn't sure what to expect, but is hopeful the sale of 2012 Super Bowl items will make up for any declines.
Will the real JMV please stand up
Local radio host breaks big news about one of the biggest stories so far in this young NFL season, and the national media members he beats don't even bother to call him by his correct name.
Gonzalez shouldn’t expect much sympathy from fans
The NFL can be a cold, cruel world where players get fired for getting injured. So does that make player holdouts justifiable?
Is asking Manning about fatherhood out of bounds?
As intense as Peyton Manning’s desire for privacy is, the networks’ desire for ratings is even greater. Eventually someone like CBS' Sam Ryan will pop the question.
Irsay, Polian causing stir about Coach Caldwell’s status
Some Colts followers are starting to wonder if the team's owner and chief executive are undermining the coach's authority.
San Diego mayor visits Indy to discuss NFL stadium deal
Mayor Jerry Sanders likes Indianapolis' blue print of connecting Lucas Oil Stadium to the Indiana Convention Center. Others in San Diego dislike the idea of following Indianapolis' and Indiana's taxpayer-fueled stadium financing plan.
Favre may be answer to question Colts don’t want to ask
If Peyton Manning isn't ready to start the regular season, Brett Favre would be a guy who could keep the team's Super Bowl hopes alive this year.
NFL-Versus deal would be huge score for IndyCar
The NFL is in talks with Versus to bring a package of early season Thursday night games to the cable station, possibly as early as 2012. That move would seriously legitimize Versus’ attempts to rival ESPN.
Manning’s motives remain unclear
Colts quarterback Peyton Manning's audible during the late stages of collective bargaining with NFL owners is not met enthusiastically by fellow players.
2012 looks like better year to host Super Bowl than 2011
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones must be wondering about the wisdom of his move to push Indianapolis aside for the 2011 Super Bowl.