2-0

Alex Marvez of Foxsports looks at all the 2-0 teams

6. Indianapolis

Preseason vibe: After seven consecutive playoff appearances under Tony Dungy, the Colts were no longer considered a postseason lock because of major changes at head coach (Jim Caldwell) and defensive coordinator (Larry Coyer). There also was uncertainty at wide receiver with the Colts not signing a veteran replacement for Marvin Harrison, who was released in the offseason.

What we know now: The transition under Caldwell has gone smoothly. QB Peyton Manning — the NFL’s Most Valuable Player in 2008 — is still brilliant. He is leaning heavily on WR Reggie Wayne and TE Dallas Clark, who have more combined receiving yards (421) than any other duo except for Smith and Manningham (422).

What’s going to happen: Having won their first two games against Jacksonville and Miami by a combined six points, the Colts could easily be 0-2. An undersized defense was gouged for 239 rushing yards in last Monday’s 27-23 victory over Miami. The imminent return of SS Bob Sanders (knee) will help, but the Colts may still struggle when matched against physical running teams like defending AFC South champion Tennessee. Indianapolis can’t depend solely upon Manning, whose overall lack of playoff success is the only blemish on his Hall of Fame resume.

Yeah, that preseason vibe was only true for idiots.  Everyone sees what they want to see.