Stories tagged with "defensive player of the year"

Powers crams for biggest test yet by Phil Richards

Jerraud Powers always has been a step or two ahead of the pack. After his first season at Auburn University, he was named to the coaches’ Southeastern Conference all-freshman... – Nov 14, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Purdue freshmen produce by Jeff Rabjohns

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter announced earlier in the week that none of his freshmen would redshirt, and it was apparent why in the opener.... – Nov 14, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Purdue

Deep, talented Boilers look to fill their roles by indystar

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — If No. 7 Purdue approaches its lofty 2009-10 goals, embracing roles will be a key. So said one who has learned the lesson well. Senior guard Chris... – Nov 13, 2009 at 12:46 AM in Purdue

Sanders misses 2nd consecutive practice by Mike Chappell

The Indianapolis Colts face the prospect of being without Bob Sanders – again – Sunday when they entertain the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium. The veteran safety missed his... – Nov 05, 2009 at 5:00 PM in Colts

Purdue, ND players finalists for award by Jeff Rabjohns

Purdue guard Chris Kramer and Notre Dame forward Luke Harangody, both members of the 2006 Indianapolis Star Indiana All-Star team, are two of the 30 finalists for the Lowe’s Senior... – Nov 04, 2009 at 6:18 PM in Sports

Colts safety Bethea eager to make his mark by Phillip Wilson

Safety, a Pro Bowl alternate in ’08, leads Colts in tackles Antoine Bethea is understated as NFL personalities go. It’s easy to overlook the Indianapolis Colts safety... – Nov 04, 2009 at 12:40 AM in Colts

Colts 'D' sacks 49ers in 2nd half by Phillip Wilson

Timely sacks help Colts blank 49ers after halftime The Indianapolis Colts’ penchant for timely defensive plays began with heroics from one Pro Bowl star and ended with... – Nov 01, 2009 at 11:08 PM in Colts

Caldwell nears NFL's best start for a coach by Mike Chappell

He takes no credit for Colts’ 6-game win streak to start season Jim Caldwell is a known commodity. He’s the rookie coach of the Indianapolis Colts, and Tony... – Oct 31, 2009 at 11:49 PM in Colts

Sanders critiques his season debut by Mike Chappell

After further review, Bob Sanders wasn’t overwhelmed with his first appearance of the season. But it shouldn’t come as a surprise his 2009 debut — one tackle and... – Oct 30, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Rest of NBA chasing Kobe and the Lakers by Jeff Rabjohns

Season picks up where it left off, with champs looking to repeat The NBA tips off its 64th season with its two glitziest franchises having won the past two titles. The Los Angeles... – Oct 26, 2009 at 11:25 PM in Pacers

Defensive effort proves instructive by Phillip Wilson

Colts’ only deficiency against Rams is in how rookie celebrates his interception return for touchdown ST. LOUIS — If anything came to light from another shutdown effort... – Oct 26, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Colts' Bob Sanders gets green light by Mike Chappell

Oft-injured safety will be in the starting lineup Sunday for the Colts It has been the better part of 10 months since Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders uncoiled and collided... – Oct 24, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Sanders to start Sunday at St. Louis by Mike Chappell

Bob Sanders will make his first appearance and start of the season Sunday when the Indianapolis Colts visit the St. Louis Rams in the Edward Jones Dome. The veteran safety and 2007... – Oct 23, 2009 at 11:38 AM in Colts

Bob Sanders goes through a full practice, seems ready to play Sunday at St. Louis by Phil Richards

Will he or won’t he? For the first time this season, strong safety Bob Sanders participated in all drills Wednesday as the Indianapolis Colts practiced for their Sunday game... – Oct 22, 2009 at 12:11 AM in Colts

Handful of injured Colts near return by Phillip Wilson

CB Hayden, LT Johnson expect to be ready, while S Sanders gets closer — and antsy; team won’t rush CB Jackson, WR Gonzalez As the unbeaten Indianapolis Colts turn their... – Oct 18, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

With big expectations, Boilers open practice by Jeff Rabjohns

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Purdue men’s basketball coach Matt Painter wants his team to be a well-oiled machine in November. With five starters back from a Sweet Sixteen... – Oct 17, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Purdue

Bye week comes at the right time by Phil Richards

Several injured players should be ready to go by Oct. 25 game vs. the Rams Kelvin Hayden said Monday that he plans to be back in the starting lineup when the Indianapolis Colts... – Oct 13, 2009 at 12:21 AM in Colts

Still no decision on Sanders for Sunday by Phil Richards

Safety Bob Sanders practiced for the third time this week on Friday, and the Indianapolis Colts’ injury report listed him as doubtful for the Colts’ game at Tennessee... – Oct 10, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Colts' Sanders could play Sunday by Phil Richards

Safety Bob Sanders practiced for the third time this week on Friday, when the Indianapolis Colts injury report listed him as doubtful for the Colts’ game at Tennessee on Sunday.... – Oct 09, 2009 at 4:24 PM in Colts

Sanders takes next step, returns to practice by Phil Richards

Safety Bob Sanders took at least a small step Wednesday toward his much-anticipated return to the Indianapolis Colts lineup: He crossed the sideline and got on the football... – Oct 08, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts