INDIANAPOLIS -- Frank Reich is ready to embrace being the backup option again.
He spent the majority of his 14-year NFL playing career as a backup quarterback. And he's the Indianapolis Colts' second choice for head coach after Josh McDaniels reneged on his agreement at the very last minute.
"The backup role has suited me well in my career," Reich said as he drew a roomful of laughs during his introductory press conference at Lucas Oil Stadium on Tuesday.
Reich replaces Chuck Pagano, who was fired after six seasons, and McDaniels. The Colts announced that McDaniels had agreed to become coach of the Colts early on Feb.