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Indianapolis Colts
Founding
The Colts were established in 1953 in Baltimore before relocating to Indianapolis in 1984.1)
Super Bowl Wins
The Colts have won two Super Bowl championships (Super Bowl V in 1971 and Super Bowl XLI in 2007).2)
Famous Quarterbacks
Legendary quarterbacks Johnny Unitas and Peyton Manning are closely associated with the franchise’s history.3)
First Game
Their first game as the Indianapolis Colts was on September 2, 1984, against the New York Jets.4)
Relocation Controversy
The Colts’ move from Baltimore to Indianapolis was famously conducted under the cover of night with a fleet of moving trucks.5)
Peyton Manning Era
Manning led the team to multiple playoff appearances and the 2007 Super Bowl victory.6)
Lucas Oil Stadium
The team plays at Lucas Oil Stadium, which opened in 2008 and features a retractable roof.7)
Old Memorial Stadium
Before Lucas Oil, the Colts played at the Hoosier Dome/RCA Dome from 1984 to 2007.8)
Mascot
The team’s mascot is Blue, an anthropomorphic horse.9)
Hall of Fame Players
The Colts boast numerous Hall of Famers, including Johnny Unitas, Peyton Manning, Marvin Harrison, and Edgerrin James.10)
Rivalries
Key rivals include the New England Patriots and the Tennessee Titans.11)
First Draft Pick
The team’s first draft pick as the Indianapolis Colts was Leonard Coleman, a cornerback.12)
Robert Irsay
The controversial owner who moved the team to Indianapolis.13)
Jim Irsay
Current Colts owner, who often engages with fans on social media.14)
Colts Cheerleaders
The team’s cheerleaders made headlines in 2012 when one shaved her head in solidarity with coach Chuck Pagano.15)