Jon Scott

Jun 4, 2025

Why Did the Colts Leave Baltimore? | Colts' Historian

Podcast Summary

In this episode, I sat down with Jon Scott, the football archivist for the Indianapolis Colts, who has been with the team since 1979.

Jon shares his incredible experiences, from the secretive overnight move from Baltimore to Indianapolis in 1984 to the Colts' Super Bowl victory in 2006.

He also delves into the pivotal moments of the Colts' history, including the drafting of Peyton Manning, and reminisces about the special team dynamics and some memorable pranks.

You are going to learn about:

  • The untold story behind the Colts’ sudden move from Baltimore to Indianapolis

  • How meticulous attention to detail and teamwork contributed to Colts’ success

  • The emotional departure of Peyton Manning and its impact on the Colts' organization

Thank you to our partners: 
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Check out these great clips from the show:
01:29 Interview with Jon Scott: Colts' History and Move to Indianapolis
03:34 The Secret Move from Baltimore to Indianapolis
05:23 Challenges of Moving a Football Team Overnight
09:06 Settling in Indianapolis and Early Struggles
25:42 The 1998 Draft: Peyton Manning's Arrival
36:25 Support and Disappointment in Indianapolis
37:02 The 2006 Season: A Special Year
37:15 Playoff Journey: Kansas City and Baltimore
38:24 AFC Championship: Facing the Patriots
43:41 Super Bowl Preparation and Challenges
51:53 Winning the Super Bowl: A Dream Come True
55:27 Peyton Manning's Departure and Legacy
58:15 Transition to Archivist: Preserving Colts History
01:02:21 Reflections and Future Aspirations

Guest(s)

Jon Scott

Date Published

June 4, 2025

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