The Indianapolis Colts were established in 1953 as the Baltimore Colts. They moved to Indianapolis in 1984.
The head coach is Stein Steichen, and the quarterback is Anthony Richardson.
The Indianapolis Colts have won two Super Bowl championships, one in the 1970 season (Super Bowl V) and another in the 2006 season (Super Bowl XLI).
Lucas Oil Stadium is located in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, providing a central and accessible location for legions of fans to celebrate the Colts before, during, and after the game.
The horseshoe logo is a prominent team symbol representing good luck and tradition. The distinctive horseshoe logo has remained a constant for the team since its early years and is also prominently featured on helmets, team uniforms, and even in the stadium seats.
While opinions vary, Peyton Manning is often considered one of the most iconic players in Colts history due to his impact on the team and the NFL. Other iconic names include Reggie Wayne, Edgerin James, Jeff Saturday, Marshall Faulk, and Eric Dickerson. But the Sheriff rules over them all.
Yes, the Indianapolis Colts have won 16 divisional titles, with many earned during their years in the AFC South division. In addition, they hold seven conference championships – four as representatives of the NFL Western Conference and three AFC titles.
The Indianapolis Colts have retired several numbers in honor of legendary players, including those of Peyton Manning and Johnny Unitas.
The Colts Super Bowl XLI victory in 2006 was their first championship since moving to Indianapolis – a title 22 years in the making. Quarterback Peyton Manning was named the Super Bowl MVP.
The Indianapolis Colts are deeply connected to their community, engaging in various philanthropic efforts, youth programs, and community outreach initiatives to give back to the city and its residents. Peyton Manning continues to give back to the community. Since playing there, he has donated more than $50 million to St. Vincent Children’s Hospital – now known as Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital.
Lucas Oil Stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 63,000 for football games, which can be expanded for other events and conventions.
The Colts matchups with New England were often called the “Brady/Manning” rivalry, characterized by the competition between quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. Together, they met five times in the playoffs – Manning winning three of them, and four of the five were in the AFC championship game – one with the Colts in 2006.
Yes, Lucas Oil Stadium hosted Super Bowl XLVI in 2012, which featured a matchup between the New York Giants and the New England Patriots, known for its gravity-defying “helmet catch” play.
The Colts have had four top overall picks in the NFL Draft. The first overall draft pick in their history was quarterback Jeff George, selected in the 1990 NFL Draft. The Colts also selected Peyton Manning first in 1998, defensive end, Steve Emtman in 1992, and Andrew Luck in 2012.
The "Ring of Honor" at Lucas Oil Stadium is a section dedicated to honoring prominent figures in Colts history, including players, coaches, and other influential individuals.
With their deep roots in Baltimore, the Indianapolis Colts have had numerous players and coaches inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Colts players in the Hall of Fame include:
Colts coaches and executives in the Hall of Fame include:
In 1984, the Colts relocated from Baltimore to Indianapolis due to ownership disputes and financial challenges in Baltimore.
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