Indianapolis Colts 2010 NFL Predictions: Indianapolis was up to its old tricks again last season, posting a 14-2 record and earning an eighth straight playoff berth. The Colts, which have won at least 12 games in each of the last seven seasons, made a few offseason changes, but nothing that would lead one to believe another postseason appearance is not in order. 2010 NFL Predictions at Sportsbook.com have Indy pegged for a follow up Super Bowl run as the Colts are presently listed at +350 moneyline odds to win the AFC Championship.
Indianapolis did not finish out the season the way many expected as the Colts were a favorite to beat the Saints in Super 
Bowl XLIV; however, Peyton Manning and company had little to hang their heads about after winning 16 games and reaching the championship game for the second time in the last four years. And, if preseason prognostications mean anything, Indy will have a shot at redemption this season.
After all, the team has done nothing over the past seven seasons but win at a record pace. The one constant in that stretch has been Manning, who threw for 4500 yards and 33 touchdowns last season in leading the offense to a 26 point per game average. The four time MVP returns as does the team's deadly receiving corps, which will be even more potent with the return of Anthony Gonzalez from a 2009 knee injury.
The Colts ground game did not do much last year, posting a league worst 80.9 yards per game, but that number reflects more on commitment than talent. Indy's offensive focus clearly centers on the passing game, leaving running backs Joseph Addai and Donald Brown few occasions to shine. The talented tandem may get a better opportunity this season, though, as the coaching staff has indicated a renewed commitment to improving the run blocking along the offensive line.
Indianapolis fielded a quality defense last year, ranking 18th in yards and eighth in points per game allowed. The offseason saw some contributors take their services elsewhere (Marlin Jackson CB, Raheem Brock DE), but the unit's biggest stars are back, including Dwight Freeney, Bob Saunders (who knows for how long), Gary Brackett, and Robert Mathis. The Colts also upgraded the defense through the draft by adding TCU linebacker/defensive end Jerry Hughes and Iowa linebacker Pat Angerer with its first two picks.
Indianapolis Colts 2010 NFL Predictions: 12-4, First Place AFC South. Peyton Manning is suppose to be healthy following offseason neck surgery, which means the Colts are the team to beat in the South and probably the AFC.
Sportsbook.com Indianapolis Colts 2010 NFL Predictions:
Odds to Win the AFC South -250 (one of four)
Odds to Win the AFC Championship +350 (one of 16)
Odds to Win the Super Bowl +700 (one of 32)
Regular Season Win Total: Over 11 (+110), Under 11 (-130)
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