In 2014, Andrew Luck passed for 4,761 yards, breaking Peyton Manning's previous team record of 4,700 yards (2010).
Unitas was the prototype of the modern era marquee quarterback, with a strong passing game, media fanfare, and widespread popularity. He has been consistently listed as one of the greatest NFL players of all time.
On March 2, 1984 NFL owners voted to give Colts owner Irsay permission to move his franchise to the city of his choosing. Irsay continued discussions with several cities hungry for an NFL franchise (New York City, Phoenix, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Memphis, and Birmingham) before eventually settling on Indianapolis.
A four-time Pro Bowl selection, James is the Colts' all-time leader in career rushing yards (9,226), attempts (2,188), and touchdowns (64).
On September 17, 1967, future Hall of Famer Johnny Unitas threw for 401 yards in a 38-31 win over the Atlanta Falcons.
Shula played Defensive Back for the Colts from 1953 through 1956. He returned as head coach from 1963 to 1969.
Mitchell topped the 1,000-yard rushing plateau in three consecutive seasons (1975-77) earning Pro Bowl honors each year.
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