Do the Indianapolis Colts and Pittsburgh Steelers have a long and storied history? They do not. The rivalry dates back to 1950 but the series only includes 32 games. No matter the record of either team, they both always seem to put on a fantastic show with great storylines attached. The Steelers hold a big advantage in the series with a record of 26-6 including 5 playoff victories over the men from Indy and formerly B-More. The Steelers have won seven-straight in the rivalry.
Here’s a brief tale of the tape:
Points: Steelers 826, Colts 537
Wins: Steelers 26, Colts 6
Home Record: Steelers 17-2, Colts 4-9
Shutouts: 1 - Steelers 30, Colts 0 (9/15/1974)
Biggest Win Margin: 42 - 9/8/1985 - Steelers 45, Colts 3
Closest Game: Colts 17, Steelers 16 (10/21/1984)
Overtime Games: None
Postseason Record: Steelers 5, Colts 0
October 21, 1984 - Colts 17, Steelers 16
1984 was a year of fluctuation for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who were seeing more and more players from the dynasty days of the 1970s depart.