The Facts: The Colts announced on Tuesday Collins has been placed on injured reserve, ending his season.
Diehards Line:Collins hasn't played since suffering a concussion in Week 3 and Curtis Painter has established himself as the starter -- for better and at times worse -- since then. Dan Orlovsky will continue to serve as Painter's backup -- again, for better and worse. The two combined for just 102 passing yards against the Saints on Sunday. That's the fewest by the Colts since they were limited to 77 in a 31-3 loss to Seattle on Sept. 14, 1997. ... Adjust your expectations going foward accordingly.