This season will be Indianapolis Colts Coach Tony Dungy sixth season with the organization. No one is talking about making a coaching change; however if the team fails to reach the Superbowl, it will become a reality. While I believe Dungy is the right man for the job, I have to remember my demographics.

Last year, the Indianapolis Colts were supposed to win the Superbowl. Unfortunately, the Pittsburgh came to town, and defeated them in a NFL Playoff Game, on its way to winning its team fifth NFL Superbowl. Also, there was the death of Tony Dungy's son, James Dungy.

The 2006 Indianapolis Colts no longer have the services of running back Edgerrin James, who has moved on to the Arizona Cardinals. This may be a tough blow for the Colts, unless their rookie running back Joseph Addai can be an effective pass blocker and receiver out of the backfield.

Let's face it, the Colts are not getting any younger. All-Pro quarterback Peyton Manning is entering his 9th NFL season, and this receiver Marvin Harrison's 11th NFL season. It is probably safe to say Coach Dungy's job is on the line.

There are several reasons Tony Dungy should be allowed to stay, even if the Colts fail to get to the Superbowl. It only took Pittsburgh Steel Coach Bill Cohwer 14 seasons to win the big game. The team makes a lot of money for the city and always makes the playoffs.

In the Indianapolis area, there will too many fans against Dungy, unless the team achieves a Superbowl victory. Let's see if Indianapolis Pacers Basketball Coach Rick Carlyle gets the same treatment.

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