The Indianapolis Colts defeated the Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium in Week 16, 38-30. While the score was close, the Colts controlled the pace of this game for almost the entirety of the bout.
With plenty to discuss after the Colts achieved a much-needed win, it’s time to cover the risers and fallers from Indy’s triumphant AFC South victory to move to 7-8 on the 2024 campaign. We’ll start by getting the ‘bad’ out of the way.
While Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley dusted off Colts’ cornerback Samuel Womack III for a big touchdown, it was tight end Chig Okonkwo who took over the passing offense. The pass-catcher led the way with 11 targets, nine catches, and 81 receiving yards (9.0 average).
Okonkwo didn’t destroy Indy’s defense, but the Colts’ linebackers, safeties, and corners allowed the former Maryland Terrapin to take over the middle of the field. As has been the case in 2024, Indy’s defense struggled with the tight end position again. We’ll see if that’s a point of emphasis to conclude the 2024 campaign with two games remaining.
The Colts turned to their ground attack to push their offensive game plan. While Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor were the focal points, they operated behind an offensive line humming with momentum all game long. Indy finished with an insane 50 carries for 335 rushing yards as a team.
Tacking on four ground touchdowns, Indy’s offensive line showcased their grit against a solid Titans run defense and dictated the pace of the game from quarter one. If the Colts can get this type of performance from stars like Quenton Nelson and Ryan Kelly, along with the rest of their protection, might finish 2024 with a three-game win streak.
