Look out, NFL. The defending AFC champion Colts finally have their dream defense _ fast, experienced, deep and getting better.

At 83, Carl Erskine is making the biggest comeback of his life.
The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to a five-year deal with first-round draft pick Jerry Hughes.
Reggie Wayne ditched the flashy training camp entrance and sneaked in without saying a word.
Reigning MVP Peyton Manning is ready to get back to work.
First-round draft choice Devin McCourty signed a five-year deal with the New England Patriots on Wednesday as the team reached its goal of having all 12 picks under contract by the start of training camp.

Just 26 months after the NFL and the players association went overtime to extend their collective bargaining agreement, that cornerstone of labor peace has been threatened by the owners' unanimous decision Tuesday to opt out early.
INDIANAPOLIS — The opening questions are easy. How's it going? Who's your agent? What's your draft-day phone number? Any injuries?
PHOENIX — As his search for a coach reaches a third week today, Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder is expanding his options.