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Andre Johnson at age 34 wasn’t as productive but still had 41 rec 503 yards and 2TDs. I know some fans are upset because Keenan Allen is old and “washed” but he’s coming off a pretty good season for his age 81 rec 777 yards 4TDs. Similar to Michael Pittman Jr last season stats 80 rec 784 7TDs I don’t think that’s washed and he’s gonna be 4th target behind Alec, Warren, and Downs. And I’m not saying Keenan Allen is on Harrison’s and Reggie’s level but all 3 had long productive careers. Crazy fact is that Keenan Allen last season stats had more yards than Dulin (2024 and 2025) and NWI (2024 and 2025) combined the last TWO SEASONS COMBINED!!!! This isn’t just a big name signing he’s actually been productive in his 30s over the years despite some injury stints, I’m glad Ballard finally got a proven guy instead of banking on practice squad or special team guys to fill in the WR3 role I’m tired of it man. And I’m not saying Keenan is gonna have an 1000 yard season this year like Marv and Reg did but I’ll take similar stats from last year as the 4th option that’ll be huge for the offense.

Male 28 years old, ever since I got in a relationship with my girlfriend who’s a devout Christian, I’ve been slowly getting back into my faith. I grew up going in a Presbyterian church and wasn’t really into it, because I was salty my parents forced me to miss watching football and basketball on Sunday’s since our church service started at 12pm. Not gonna lie, I’ve been heavily convicted for not taking the time to read the Bible while I’ll take the time to listen to sports podcasts, radios, go to sports bars, study film, and etc. I put my passion for sports over God and I feel really bad about it. I also feel bad that I’m not as Christian as my girlfriend, when I first met her I thought she was going to turn me down because I’m not outspoken about my faith on social and my life style isn’t Godly. But she mentioned she’s hopeful that I finally let God into my life completely. I’ve just been so inconsistent with going to church, Bible studies, and reading the Bible. Just been lost with my faith for a while. Ever since I got out of the military 3 years ago, I’ve been having mental health problems. I believe God is calling me to remain faithful to him this time and I have a different feeling this time. I like the church I attended this morning, semi-big church but no red flags or anything. I think I found my new community, and that’s one thing I need because no offense to my friends, but none of them are devoted believers of Christ and that’s another issue I have. I just need a community full of Christians particularly men that will support and guide me through my journey re-establishing my faith in Jesus Christ. 🙏🏿🙌🏿

I know I know, some of yall think im smoking crack, straight up delusional, or in fact mentally insane just for being positive about this team and current regime. I get it man and don’t blame this fanbase for always being cynical about this team, they haven’t shown much or any reason to be optimistic. But I really believe the 8-2 start was real, the offense is legit. If you look back at the teams they played, the only dud with jones 100% healthy was vs Pittsburgh and historically it’s a black hole there (2-18 i believe). The offense played well vs tough defenses like Denver, LA Chargers, and Rams (would’ve been 34 points vs Rams if it wasn’t for AD Mitchell). And also believe they played okay enough to win the Texans and Chiefs with a compromised Daniel Jones. Jones legit couldn’t move yes it’s an excuse but a fact and I think he played much better vs Texans than the stat sheet showed. More on Daniel Jones on a different post I’ll make later, anyways the main issue is the lack of pass rush, health, and winning ugly.

Shane emphasized winning ugly is what he needs to work on, particularly running the ball well when they want and answering blitzes. I believe they will get a vet pass rusher and a WR, if they go out there with Dulin as WR3 or Key as DE2 then I’ll have a much different tone about the team but Ballard typically signs them later in training camp. They don’t have to start off offensively hot putting up 35 points a game, just win ugly man. I’m excited about the secondary and young LB core, I think they’ll help the pass rush alot with better coverage. If the defense steps up while the offense could at least put up 21-25 points, they could legit start 3-0. Ravens defense isn’t good, Chiefs I think took a minor step back and Mahomes is coming off an ACL, and we typically play close with Houston just need to for God sake close it out vs them. I really believe they’re due for some good 18 week football and beating these good teams will let us and the rest of league know this team is for real. No more excuses just win and I believe they will. Sorry for long post, just needed a to layout my thoughts and beliefs about this team. God bless yall and go Colts 🙏🏿💙

I was born in 1998 the year they made it 😭 none of my sports teams besides the Pacers have made it to the championship. I just hope one day myself and the younger generation of Padres fans get to one day at least see the Padres make it to the World Series. I was still in the military stationed in Fort Drum in 2022 when they made it to the NLCS, lowkey would’ve been bittersweet if they made it to the WS that year 😭 cause I wanted to be there the San Diegans to celebrate! Hopefully in the next couple years we get to experience this and a Championship victory 🙏🏿.