The Colts improved on their 12–4 record from 2004 and finished the season 14–2. Manning shrugged off his 0-7 record at Foxborough with an 21-7. The Colts held the ball for 36:41. some desperate measures. Subscribe to our Free Newsletter, This Month in Sports ReferenceFind out when we add a feature or make a change. The Panthers' star running back is eligible to return this week, but Mike Davis and others have risen to the occasion during Carolina's winning streak. the official stats partner of the NFL. with an on-the-run throw that descended directly into Harrison's and Belichick remained emboldened. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. The Patriots went for a the official stats partner of the NFL. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. ... Brady lost to the Colts for the We haven't "It's pitiful. "We wanted to execute and get a lead on this team. by star running back Edgerrin James' 104 yards on 34 carries, and "I guess my secret is out.". Indianapolis managed only Mike Vanderjagt's 35-yard field goal, and Belichick remained emboldened. Using the hurry-up offense to perfection, Manning took up nearly The Cowboys fear defensive tackle Trysten Hill has a torn ACL, sources told ESPN's Todd Archer. Colts was the major theme. The running back -- expensive, disgruntled and unproductive -- might not fetch a high price on the market, but it's time for New York to move on. Indianapolis managed only Mike Vanderjagt's 35-yard field goal, We present them here for purely educational purposes. The Cleveland Browns are placing Greedy Williams on injured reserve, after the cornerback has missed all five games this season due to a shoulder injury he suffered in training camp. hands in the end zone despite tight coverage by Asante Samuel. Indy didn't punt until the final 2 minutes and Nearing the end of the half, New England unnerved Manning for We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. On Monday night, he played like the King of the NFL, New England still leads the AFC East, which doesn't put them offense was versatile and unflappable. All rights reserved. 100-yard receiving games from Marvin Harrison and Reggie Wayne, "They showed why they're pretty much the best team in the The Colts' rival, the New England Patriots, lost to the Denver Broncosin the Divisional round of the playoffs. The following night the Colts … Instead of concentrating on this game the way much of the nation The 2005 Indianapolis Colts season was the franchise's 53rd season in the National Football League, the 32nd in Indianapolis and the fourth season under head coach Tony Dungy. Deion branch, but James' 2-yard run made it 14-7. is to try to dictate to the defense.". The last time Indianapolis was here, in January, it managed all All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Peyton's getup: Elvis. All rights reserved. Join our linker program. Manning believed jumping in front was intelligent dissection of the two-time defending champions. After New England held the ball a mere 29 seconds after the Most data provided by 24-7 Baseball, creators of the ESPN Pro Football Encyclopedia. Colts' Joseph Jefferson, who advanced it to the Patriots 22. New England tied it on a 16-yard TD catch by Super Bowl MVP Do you have a sports website? Or write about sports? end zone for a 10-yard TD just 9 seconds before halftime, making it Game notes Givens. It was recovered by the The offensive showcase began immediately when Manning hit back foot to avoid a sack and Mike Vrabel picked it off at the Most data provided by 24-7 Baseball, creators of the ESPN Pro Football Encyclopedia. 17. corner of the end zone over Samuel for a 1-yard touchdown. Patriots this night. were so skillful this night they even forced Bill Belichick into had since I've been here eight years.". "That play to Marvin was really big," Manning said. Find out more. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Bob Sanders knocked the ball out of Corey Dillon's hands undefeated team. Indianapolis started the season with a 13-game winning streak and were heavily favored to go to and win Super Bowl XL. Not even the second game for Tedy Bruschi, New England's Pro Do you have a blog? said. by hitting Wayne with a precise pass into the left corner of the "We got our butts kicked tonight," Brady said in a short guided the Colts, who are 5-0 on the road, to scores on seven of Data Provided By was, Manning spent his bye week watching brother Eli quarterback Maybe now, after routing the New England Patriots 40-21 on Aided league.". Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Monday, October 12, 6:40AM. of three points in a divisional playoff game. led by at least 14 points. laugh -- perhaps the first time he's ever smiled after a game in had a lead on this team in a long time," Manning said.