[Has Kerry Collins Ever...]

Had this much talent around him? I realize Peyton has made the majority of our offense, but with our system I'd say we're loaded with talent. As much as I want to see Peyton play, I honestly believe Collins can take us into the preseason if Peyton can't play. My only concern is his lack of mobility and slow release.

Thoughts?

Too many people seem to think that after Peyton Manning, there is no offensive talent. They will find out and I feel that Collins was a wise choice, a solid journeyman QB that will use the tools that Manning helped hone to keep the Colts in contention.

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We will now get to see if the Colts' success was simply Manning (carrying a bunch of scrubs) or is their actually some talent on this team that will step-up in his absence.

These next couple of weeks will be very interesting.

While not perfect, the near future could be a lot worse and I agree, it will be very interesting.

[Has Kerry Collins Ever...]

Frankly losing Manning IMO takes us from a Super Bowl contending team to a boarder line playoff team. We have good players on this team and if I am them I am playing with a bit of a chip on my shoulder than no one (including some of our teams own fans) can win anything without Manning.

I agree, the QB is vital but he isn't everything as long as a viable backup can take over. Kerry Collins isn't HOF material but he is a good journeyman QB that when added to the receiving corps the Colts have should keep the team in contention for as long as needed. If it's for one game or one season I feel good with Collins taking the snaps--the Bears paid huge bucks for Jay Cutler and they are still trying to get some consistency out of him, at least Collins has been consistent throughout his career.