NFL Football 2011

The INDIANAPOLIS COLTS have advanced to the postseason in each of the past nine seasons, including two Super Bowl appearances (XLI and XLIV), and can pass the Dallas Cowboys (1975-1983) for the most consecutive playoff appearances in NFL history.

Indianapolis tight end DALLAS CLARK says the Colts' ability to reach the postseason boils down to everyone in the organization having the same goal in mind -- winning.

"Everyone is a phenomenal teammate," says Clark. "Everyone has the right focus, the frame of mind and goals in life. You can go even higher with our head coach JIM CALDWELL and owner JIM IRSAY. Everyone is on the same page and is there for the same purpose. It's really good chemistry that we have. The players have done a great job, the leaders have done a great job of leading and the young guys have done a great job of learning their role as a player."

Consecutive Postseason Appearances

Team Years Streak
*Active (Source: NFL)
Dallas Cowboys1975-19839
Indianapolis Colts2002-20109*
Dallas Cowboys1966-19738
Pittsburgh Steelers1972-19798
Los Angeles Rams1973-19808
San Francisco 49ers1983-19908

 

In 2011, Indianapolis looks to extend another streak by registering its 10th consecutive 10-win season, trailing only the 1983-98 San Francisco 49ers (16) for the longest streak in league annals. Motivated by the desire to attain future success, the Colts know that last year means nothing and the focus is already in the works for 2011.

"You can see many times where teams have been very good one year and not do as well the next year, maybe not even make it to the playoffs," says Caldwell. "I don't take it lightly that we have been able to put it together and do extremely well. I am humbled by it, to be honest with you."

NFL 2011 - Indianapolis Colts Look to Keep Their Playoff Streak Alive