Relive the Baltimore Colts' memorable 1979 season with this guide that explores the entire year game by game, from the battle with the Chiefs in Week 1 all the way through the beat-down of the Giants in Week 16.The 1979 season was one of the stranges... Read more

Relive the Baltimore Colts' memorable 1979 season with this guide that explores the entire year game by game, from the battle with the Chiefs in Week 1 all the way through the beat-down of the Giants in Week 16.The 1979 season was one of the strangest in the Colts' history, and not in a good way. Owner Bob Irsay did much to cement his status as one of the most hated men in Baltimore history by constantly threatening to move the team while also bashing popular quarterback Bert Jones. While it was largely a season to forget, there were some highlights, inclduing Irsay giving kicker Toni Linhart a $10,000 bonus right after Linhart's missed field goals cost the team a game, Jones' triumphant return from injury to direct Baltimore to three straight wins and that rout of the Giants to end the year on a high note. All of the highs and lows from the exciting season are here. A full recap and box score from every game is included, so you can follow the exploits of Ted Marchibroda's team from start to finish as it fought valiantly in the tough AFC East.Whether you are a die-hard Colts fan or an NFL history buff, you will enjoy this look back at the 1979 Baltimore Colts. Less