5 Football Players who Played for Colts and Rams
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the Indianapolis Colts and Los Angeles Rams.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played on both the Colts and Rams.
Marshall Faulk
Marshall Faulk was selected 2nd overall by the Indianapolis Colts in the 1994 NFL Draft. He was an all-purpose running back known for his versatility in rushing and receiving.
Over his 12-year NFL career, Faulk was a seven-time Pro Bowl selection and was named First-Team All-Pro three times. He won the NFL MVP in 2000 and was the Offensive Player of the Year 3 times. Faulk amassed over 12,000 rushing yards and over 6,000 receiving yards, making him one of the most productive running backs in NFL history.
He was a key part of “The Greatest Show on Turf,” the St. Louis Rams’ high-powered offense that won Super Bowl XXXIV. Faulk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
*Faulk was the most popular player for this square in a previous grid (Grid 37)
Faulk Key Stats
- Hall of Fame (Colts, Rams)
- 1st Team All-Pro (Rams)
- Pro Bowl (Colts, Rams)
- Super Bowl Champ (Rams)
- 1000+ Yard Rushing Season (Colts, Rams)
- 1000+ Yard Receiving Season (Rams)
Chris Chandler
Chris Chandler had a lengthy and diverse career as a quarterback in the NFL, playing for eight teams over 17 seasons from 1988 to 2004.
His career stats include 28,484 passing yards, 170 touchdown passes, and a completion rate of 58.1%. Chandler’s pinnacle was the 1998 season when he led the Atlanta Falcons to Super Bowl XXXIII, earning Pro Bowl honors along the way. His QB rating of 100.9 that season was a career-high.
Despite moving frequently, Chandler had a knack for stepping in and providing reliable quarterback play, a valuable asset in the league
Chandler Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Falcons)
- 3000+ Passing Yard Season (Falcons)
Nick Foles
Nick Foles, known for his stints with the Philadelphia Eagles, started his career in 2012. One of his most notable moments was leading the Eagles to their first Super Bowl victory (LII) in 2018 where he was named Super Bowl MVP.
Foles has had a roller-coaster career that’s seen him bounce between starter and backup roles on various teams. His career has been marked by flashes of brilliance including the 2013 season where he posted a NFL record-tying 7 TDs in a game and ended with a league-best passer rating of 119.2.
As of 2023, he has 82 career touchdowns and over 14,000 passing yards.
Foles Key Stats
- Pro Bowl (Eagles)
- Super Bowl Winner (Eagles)
Ricky Proehl
Ricky Proehl was selected by the Phoenix Cardinals in the third round, 58th overall, in the 1990 NFL Draft. During his lengthy 17-year career, he played for several teams, including the Seattle Seahawks, Chicago Bears, St. Louis Rams, Carolina Panthers, and Indianapolis Colts.
Proehl’s most productive seasons came with the Rams, where he was part of the “Greatest Show on Turf” and won Super Bowl XXXIV. He also played a crucial role in the Panthers’ run to Super Bowl XXXVIII. Known for his reliable hands and precise route-running, Proehl was often a go-to target in clutch situations.
By the time he retired, he had accumulated 669 receptions for 8,878 yards and 54 touchdowns. His consistent performance and leadership on and off the field made him a respected figure in the league.
Steve Walsh
Steve Walsh is perhaps primarily known for his time as a backup quarterback in the ’90s. Walsh had his college career at the University of Miami, where he led the Hurricanes to a national championship in 1987.
In the 1989 NFL Supplemental Draft, he was selected by the Dallas Cowboys. He had a mixed tenure at Dallas and was eventually traded to the New Orleans Saints in 1990. He also had stints with the Chicago Bears, St. Louis Rams, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
His NFL career spanned 11 years (1989-1999), during which he passed for 7875 yards and 40 touchdowns.
