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Austin Howard, Matt Slauson embrace setting tone for Colts' young offensive linemen

Insiders Stephen Holder and Zak Keefer discuss Andrew Luck's progress and what Anthony Castonzo's injury means to the offensive line. Clark Wade/IndyStar

WESTFIELD -- Old really never goes out of style, and offensive linemen Matt Slauson and Austin Howard are proof with the Colts.

The veterans have made it their mission to not just bolster the right side to protect Andrew Luck this season but usher in the new with their professorial treatment of their potential replacements.

Rookies Braden Smith and Quenton Nelson, both 22, are among those receiving an advanced football education from Slauson (32) and Howard (31).