Here’s the deal: Indianapolis is a small market. Outside of the team and their division, the team isn’t looked at as a game-changer in the league unless it’s winning Super Bowls. Case in point was the 2018 season. People doubted the Colts all year as illegitimate contenders, even in the midst of their incredible 10-1 stretch to end the season.
However, the league is changing. Small market teams are dominating the league. Take a look at both sides of the division. The AFC is led by Kansas City and Baltimore. Green Bay and New Orleans are at the head of the NFC.