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Patriots-Colts rivalry ranks #379 of 726 in the Rivalry ranking, behind Villanova-Georgetown rivalry, ahead of Clasico Nacional.
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Why was the Patriots-Colts rivalry so intense?
The NFL series between New England and Indianapolis was fueled by repeated AFC playoff meetings in the 2000s. It largely centered around the legendary quarterback rivalry between Tom Brady and Peyton Manning.
When did the Patriots-Colts rivalry peak?
The rivalry reached its absolute peak between 2003 and 2007, when the teams met in the playoffs three separate times. These high-stakes matchups frequently determined who would represent the AFC in the Super Bowl.
Are the Patriots and Colts in the same NFL division?
No, New England is in the AFC East and Indianapolis is in the AFC South. Because they are not divisional rivals, their matchups were usually highly anticipated regular-season or prime-time playoff showdowns.
What was the most famous game in the Patriots-Colts rivalry?
One of the most famous matchups was the 2006 AFC Championship Game, where the Colts staged a massive comeback to defeat the Patriots. Indianapolis went on to win Super Bowl XLI that same year.
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