The 2008 Indianapolis Colts enjoyed a resilient and historic season, overcoming a 3-4 start to finish with an impressive 12-4 record. Led by NFL MVP Peyton Manning, the team secured a wild-card berth behind a remarkable nine-game winning streak and became the first franchise in league history to achieve 12 or more victories in six consecutive seasons. The campaign was further highlighted by the final season of legendary head coach Tony Dungy and standout performances from Pro Bowlers Reggie Wayne, Dwight Freeney, and Robert Mathis. The 2007 NFL Defensive Player of the Year and a Super Bowl XLI champion, Bob Sanders was a transformative safety for the Indianapolis Colts known for his physical "Hitman" playing style and two First-team All-Pro selections.