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Horseshoes with Holder: Matt Eberflus’ rise; Marlon Mack joins great company in sophomore season

Stephen Holder of the Athletic is back with his latest episode of Horseshoes and today he has another great episode for you to enjoy.

Among other things today Stephen discusses how Matt Eberflus has managed to turn around the Colts’ defense and whether his success could translate into him becoming a legitimate head-coaching candidate. Also, find out in what way Marlon Mack has put himself in the same category as Ezekiel Elliott and Saquon Barkley as he continues to impress in his sophomore season.

Here is a brief rundown of today’s show:

  • Discussing Colts most impressive win in years in Week 15 win over Dallas
  • Week 15 was the best game in terms of execution of the season by far
  • Colts defensive coordinator, Matt Eberflus, has been a rockstar in leading the Colts’ defense
  • Colts defenders have bought in in a major way to Eberflus’ teachings
  • Eberflus is beginning to get noticed throughout the league as a possible head coaching candidate
  • Eberflus may be as responsible for assisting the roster in creating the right culture in Indy
  • Eberflus will not be ignored when head coaches begin to receive offers for HC interviews
  • Eberflus has found a way to get his players the will to get off the field on third-down opportunities
  • The Colts’ defense has been dialing up the pressure lately, and has everything they need to continue to rise
  • Can the Colts continue this time with their running game?