Colts' injuries have silver lining

While it remains to be determined whether we'll ever see Corey Simon again -- he's slated to return after the Oct. 15 open date -- the number of injuries the Colts have suffered this season could serve them well later in the season. As I wrote in my column today, the depth can only be helped by backups, such as former starter Mike Doss, gaining more playing time:

The more players the Colts use, the more the team builds on locker-room camaraderie. The Colts remain unique within the NFL in their ability to rally as a team and avoid some of the backbiting and jealousies that sometimes work their way into a locker room. “Guys feel like more of a part of the team when they’re out there playing and involved in the game,” linebacker Gary Brackett said. “Anytime we have a situation where other guys are playing and we’re not missing a beat, that’s a great feeling.”

The Colts should beat the Jets on Sunday, because I don't see the Jets being able to contain the Colts' passing game and the continued excellence of Marvin Harrison. I'm guessing this will be the week Harrison or Reggie Wayne, or both, finally added a touchdown pass to their impressive early stats.

The Colts' biggest question -- run defense -- might not be answered yet since the Jets' running game is nearly non-existent.