Point Counterpoint - The Blitz

by Terry Jacoby

American Football Monthly March 2006 Issue OnlinePeyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts were helpless against the Pittsburgh Steelers and their blitz packages in last month’s AFC playoff game. Manning, the master of the audible and game’s best gunslinger, spent most of the afternoon forcing passes, trying to avoid getting crushed or getting crushed.

After the game, Manning hinted that he didn’t have the best protection. The offensive line, running backs, extra blockers and offensive co
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