Colts Undefeated Season Comes to an End....good decision!

      Nobody thought it would take 16 weeks, and I'm sure nobody thought the Indianapolis Colts first loss would occur against the New York Jets in week 16 by a score of 29 to 15, however, it was clear on Sunday that the Jets came to play and the deciding factor was clearly the fact that Peyton Manning was pulled from the game.  I definitely agree with the decision made by Colts coach Jim Caldwell, as he ultimately felt that the perfect season was not worth risking a possible injury to his All-Pro, all-knowing, all everything Quarterback Peyton Manning.  Any football fan knows that a perfect season sounds great, however, Peyton Manning and Jim Caldwell want another SUPERBOWL. 

       Unlike Bill Belichek's 2007 Patriots team that sought to classlessly destroy and embarrass every team that came in their path, the Colts focus isn't on the record books, but instead is on reaching their team goals of a championship for the history books.  You've got to commend the Colts for a strong regular season showing and for being what the 2007 New England Patriots were not, which is a class act organization that can be seen through their coach and players.  You certainly won't hear of any scandals or possible league violations by the Colts.  They've had some extremely tight and very tough wins this year and deserved to be undefeated until this week, however, I find it refreshing that the Colts and NFL fans can focus on something other than constantly hearing about the perfect season.  Week 17 to come, and the much anticipated playoffs shortly down the road.
     On a different note, well done to Peyton Manning for hitting 50,000 passing yards for his career and only one of four quarterbacks to do so, that's one heck of a feet and a tremendous accomplishment.