San Diego Chargers vs. Indianapolis Colts Preview/Prediction(Video)
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The San Diego Chargers travel to take on the Indianapolis Colts in an AFC Divisional Game Sunday at 1pm on CBS. The last time these two teams faced off, Colts QB Peyton Manning played like little brother Eli Manning and threw 6 interceptions. I will bet m
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