‘The defense scored two touchdowns. Special teams set up two others, and the Colts gave an RCA Dome sell-out crowd what it came for, a 44-20 victory that kept alive their postseason aspirations.’
Archives for December 12, 2000
Colts state case defensively
‘"We were talking a good game," Muhammad said. "I think I got into [Eric Moulds’] head a little bit, but I think they went away from him a little bit. For what reason, I don’t know."’
Report card
‘When special teams player Paul Shields started the second half by blocking a Buffalo punt, it changed the game’s complexion.’
At the dome
‘Blue arm-length plastic sleeves with white monkey paws were passed out as fans entered the building, and those in the crowd who pulled them on did so with enthusiasm.’
Colts stay alive, eliminate Bills with 44-20 win
‘"It was an important game for us and an important game for Buffalo, and we got it," Colts coach Jim Mora said.’
Bye, bye, Buffalo
‘Fork, please.’
Colts 44, Bills 20
‘"We didn’t make the necessary adjustments," said wide receiver Eric Moulds, who managed just two receptions for 47 yards as the Bills were eliminated from the playoff race. "Give those guys credit, they played well and we stunk the place up."’
Maligned Colts’ defense comes through
‘"We didn’t have a block called at that time. We had a return called," Mora said. "He just took a long time to get the kick off."’
Indianapolis 44, Buffalo 20
‘"It’s been the story of our season," Bills receiver Eric Moulds said. "I feel that in every game we go out and play tough in the first half and then in the second half, we just fall off."’