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from Bill Belichick this week.They’re on to the Patriots.Less than 24 hours after a gutsy fourth-down call backfired in a wrenching overtime loss to AFC South rival Houston Peyton Manning Jersey , coach Frank Reich walked into the team complex and turned his attention to Thursday night’s game.“It just appears to me the maturity level of these young players are eager to get on to the next game, just eager to get ready,” Reich said Monday.“I think the most important thing is how are we going to take care of them physically, get your bodies right and get these game plans in quickly and just get everything focused on New England.”First, though, Reich did replay the decision in his head repeatedly.Upon further reflection, he even walked back some of his postgame comments to explain with more clarity what he was thinking.Players appreciated the fact Reich had enough faith in his offense and defense to take a chance on fourth-and-4 from his 43-yard line with less than 30 seconds left in overtime. Afterward, everyone including Reich acknowledged they didn’t want to settle for a tie.“I probably should give context to the 10 out of 10,” Reich said, referring to his postgame comments. “I mean it’s probably not a complete absolute as much as it is a mindset of being aggressive. There are always a lot of things to consider. To say it’s an absolute, it was emotional yesterday, a tough loss. The mindset is we’re going to be aggressive.”Everyone from Andrew Luck to record-breaking kicker Adam Vinatieri backed Reich in a game most figured they wouldn’t even watch on film because of the short week.But the reality is Reich is here, in Indy talking about New England, because Josh McDaniels isn’t. Had Belichick’s longtime offensive coordinator followed through on his verbal commitment to take the Colts’ coaching job following February’s Super Bowl loss, this game would be billed as yet another chapter in the long-running pupil-versus-instructor series.Instead, when McDaniels backed out of the deal, Colts general manager Chris Ballard plucked the offensive coordinator from Super Bowl champion Philadelphia and he’s been a big hit in Indy (1-3) 鈥?even in light of Sunday’s risky call.Beating New England would give fans even more to celebrate early in Reich’s tenure.But he’s likely to be working with a short-handed roster.Left tackle Anthony Castonzo has missed all four games with an injured hamstring and it appears unlikely he’ll return this week. Right tackle Joe Haeg went on injured reserve last week and his left ankle is now in a cast.Pro Bowler receiver T.Y. Hilton left Sunday’s game with a chest injury, returned and then left again in the second half with a hamstring injury. Reich doesn’t anticipate having Hilton at New England (2-2).Running back Marlon Mack has missed three of the first four games this season with a hamstring injury and the Colts have two cornerbacks, Quincy Wilson and Kenny Moore II, in the concussion protocol. Another cornerback Nate Hairston walked into the locker room Monday with his lower left leg in a walking boot.Hairston, Hilton Al Woods Color Rush Jersey , Wilson, Moore, Pro Bowl tight end Jack Doyle (hip), center Ryan Kelly (hand), linebacker Darius Leonard (ankle) and defensive tackle Hassan Ridgeway (calf) did not practice Monday.At least the Colts might have running back Robert Turbin back in the mix following a four-game suspension for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancers. He’s been Indy’s top short-yardage runner the past two seasons and could play a key, albeit limited, role if Indy activates him before Tuesday afternoon’s deadline.“I feel good. I’m ready to roll,” Turbin said. “I just trained like normally do. I always train with pads and a helmet on, and I try to mimic routes and things like that. I got a chance to go back to my high school and run around with those guys a little bit.”But the seven-year veteran knows the competition will be much different with the defending AFC champions on the opposite sideline.Houston already appears to be a distant memory.And all the talk inside the locker room seems to focus on ending a seven-game losing streak to the Pats that dates back to Belichick’s own failed fourth-down decision in 2009.“You’ve got to move on from this one real fast,” Reich said. “We know how quick a turnaround that is here. A very well-coached team, a good football team. So all eyes on New England.”Notes: Castonzo, Mack and safety Clayton Geathers (knee) were all limited in practice Monday. … Tight end Eric Ebron (knee), safety Malik Hooker (hip), kicker Adam Vinatieri (right groin) and linebacker Anthony Walker (knee) were all full participants at practice. “Wow”.The three letters Indianapolis Colts WR Zach Pascal types out as he comments on the NFL account’s latest video. The post isn’t about Russell Wilson or Christian McCaffrey. It isn’t about Deshaun Watson or Lamar Jackson. It’s about Pascal himself. More specifically, about how he’s caught the eye of Hall of Fame legend Jerry Rice.It’s an incredible moment for a wideout just recently thrown into the spotlight. Having beaten the slim odds to even make the NFL, Pascal is using his new platform to the best of his abilities, and it turns out that more than just the Colts are noticing. Rice is too.Undrafted two years ago, it’s been a constant uphill battle for Pascal since his early years. Recruited out of high school as a cornerback, he received 5 collegiate offers, yet none from power-5 schools. Choosing Old Dominion, Pascal went on to have a successful career https://www.coltsfanshop.com/Erik-Swoope-Jersey , posting over 2600 receiving yards and 25 total touchdowns during his time with the Monarchs. It wasn’t enough, however, to climb Pascal out of the deep hole that came with a small school tag. Barely receiving an invite to the combine in Indianapolis (ironic), he didn’t do enough to convince teams he was worth spending resources on, posting poor agility scores and a marginal forty time. It caused him to be passed over come April, but it wasn’t the end of Pascal’s inspiring journey. Not by a long shot.Originally latching onto the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent, Pascal’s stay in the nation’s capital was short-lived, as he was cut in early September 2017. From there the Tennessee Titans claimed the wideout and immediately put him on their practice squad. Promoted to the actual roster just 3 weeks later, it appeared as if Pascal might stick. It appeared wrong.3 days later he was cut and put back on the practice squad, where he would stay until he was cut the following June.Like an eagle eyeing its prey, Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard jumped at the recently released receiver, putting in a claim and acquiring Pascal less than 24 hours after his release. The scrappy wideout made the best of his new - and potentially last - opportunity, making the Colts final roster and establishing himself as a key reserve. It was a great story, but it wasn’t time to get complacent. If anything, it was the opposite. Acquiring Devin Funchess, drafting Parris Campbell, and with two emerging sophomores in Deon Cain and Daurice Fountain returning to the fold - it looked like Pascal was the odd man out heading into the 2019 season.His undrafted, underrated nature was haunting him once again, and his lack of a “key” trait had him squarely on the outside looking in. That was at least until Fountain suffered a season-ending ankle injury just weeks before the season began. The open spot allowed Pascal to slide into a key reserve role just like the year before, potentially saving the Colts season in the process.Thriving with a combination of injuries, under-performing teammates Malik Hooker Jersey , and his own unreal play, Pascal is now the team’s de-facto #1 receiver halfway through the season - and even if he may not look like one - he’s certainly playing like one.Catching 70.4% of the balls thrown his way, Pascal has already far exceeded his stat total from last year, and his average yards per target is up a whopping 6 yards (now 11.9). QB’s have a staggering 141% passer rating when targeting him this season, while Pascal’s body control, spatial awareness, and dependability have helped provide a desperately needed boost to a lackluster Colts passing game.Indy’s quality control assistant, Gunnard Twyner - a former professional WR - further talked about Pascal’s impressive breakout campaign, highlighting his overall balance as a key strength.And it’s that balance, despite Pascal’s recent uptick in splash plays, that has kept him grounded. He was brought to Indy for his special teams ability and blocking prowess, which is something that he hasn’t lost sight of despite his added offensive responsibilities. Improving his average yards per kick return from 21.2 to 26.3, Pascal is once again the top returner on the team, and his blocking is as good - if not better - than year’s past.“I have an ego,’’ Pascal explained in regards to his selfless nature of play. “But to make this team, you’ve got to throw that aside, you know? That’s what’s special. Anybody on this team is just like that.”Head Coach Frank Reich also pointed out Pascal’s impressive mindset. Ultimately, Pascal has thrived this season, far exceeding the limited expectations put in front of him to begin the season. And knowing his mindset and what he’s gone through, there’s little reason to think he’ll stop there.Just ask Jerry Rice.