Indianapolis Colts | AFC South
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Head Coach: Shane Steichen (2nd season)
Key Additions:
- Adonai Mitchell (WR) – rookie
- Joe Flacco (QB)
Key Departures:
- Shaquille Leonard (LB)
- Gardner Minshew (QB)
Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):
- Overall Record: 9-8
- ATS Record: 9-8 ATS
- O/U Record: 11-6 O/U
- 5-1 ATS as a favorite
Last Season’s Ranks (2023):
- EPA/play (offense): 17th
- Rush EPA (offense): 16th
- Pass EPA (offense): 18th
- EPA/play allowed (defense): 19th
- Rush EPA (defense): 20th
- Pass EPA (defense): 16th
- Plays per game: 11th
- Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 1st
2024 Season Schedule:
- Week 1: Houston Texans (Home)
- Week 2: Green Bay Packers (Away)
- Week 3: Chicago Bears (Home)
- Week 4: Pittsburgh Steelers (Home)
- Week 5: Jacksonville Jaguars (Away)
- Week 6: Tennessee Titans (Away)
- Week 7: Miami Dolphins (Home)
- Week 8: Houston Texans (Away)
- Week 9: Minnesota Vikings (Away)
- Week 10: Buffalo Bills (Home)
- Week 11: New York Jets (Away)
- Week 12: Detroit Lions (Home)
- Week 13: New England Patriots (Away)
- Week 14: BYE
- Week 15: Denver Broncos (Away)
- Week 16: Tennessee Titans (Home)
- Week 17: New York Giants (Away)
- Week 18: Jacksonville Jaguars (Home)
Commentary: Anthony Richardson returns for his second season as the starting quarterback after a promising but shortened rookie campaign due to injury. His athleticism and playmaking ability make the Colts an exciting team to watch, particularly with the addition of rookie wideout Adonai Mitchell, who is expected to make an immediate impact. Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco was brought in to provide depth and mentorship, which could prove invaluable for Richardson’s development.
The departure of Shaquille Leonard will leave a noticeable void in the Colts’ defense, which ranked middle of the pack in most categories last season. The defense will need to step up, particularly against the run, where they ranked 20th in EPA/play in 2023.
The Colts benefited from a relatively easy schedule last year, which contributed to their slightly overachieving 9-8 record. With another favorable schedule this season, there’s potential for similar or better success, especially if Richardson can stay healthy and continue his progression. Overs could continue to be a good look this season with their fast-paced, high-octane offense.