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The Indianapolis Colts went 8-9 last season, failing to make the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season. Now, general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen are squarely on the hot seat and facing a Colts schedule in 2025 that has a lot of challenges.
Let’s dive into our game-by-game Colts schedule predictions for this season.
It really doesn’t matter who the Colts’ starting quarterback is in Week 1. Anthony Richardson’s decision-making when pressured remains an alarming concern and Daniel Jones’ history of crumbling under pressure speaks for itself. One thing this Miami Dolphins defense does well is get after the quarterback. With offenses already slow to start the year, it’s a massive edge for Miami. Helping the Dolphins even more, their offensive core has been together for years and that should help them thrive against a new-look Colts defense.
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It’s going to be another rough performance for the Colts starting quarterback. The Denver Broncos have an elite defense, capable of blanketing shifty receivers and getting after the quarterback. That’s really all Denver will need to win this game. Plus, with Indianapolis turning it over multiple times, that will just allow the Broncos to win by double digits.
Indianapolis wins its first game of the season in Week 3. Under defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, this unit starts showing glimpses of what it is capable of. A strengthened Colts’ pass rush forces a Cam Ward interception and sacks him multiple times, leading to great field position for Jonathan Taylor and Co. Indianapolis makes the most of its opportunities to move to 1-2.
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The Los Angeles Rams defensive line and their skill group on offense will simply prove to be far too much for the Colts to overcome. Puka Nacua and Davante Adams each find the end zone, while Kyren Williams delivered 100-plus scrimmage yards. On the other side of the ball, the Colts’ receivers will have some success against the Rams’ secondary. It just won’t be enough in a game where Los Angeles has the advantage at key positions.
A revitalized Las Vegas Raiders offense is going to surprise a lot of people in 2025. While the Colts’ secondary improved this offseason, they still don’t really have answers for running back Ashton Jeanty and tight end Brock Bowers. Chip Kelly’s offense rides both players to three touchdowns, while All-Pro edge rusher Maxx Crosby delivers a game-sealing sack that robs the Colts of a...
