The Colts lost a heartbreaker in the opening week of the season, losing 30-24 in overtime to the always dangerous Los Angeles Chargers. The Colts were, by many measures, the better team throughout the day, but a horrendous day on special teams cost the Colts the win and it was a brutal reminder of how important the “3rd team of football” is in football. There’s a reason that genius coaches like Bill Belichick spend an excessive amount of time each week going over special teams: it’s a crucial part of the game that could hurt you in big games.
Chargers Game Exemplifies How Important Special Teams Are
