Indianapolis Colts 2024-25 NFL Season Recap

Indianapolis Colts 2024-25 NFL Season Recap

Through two seasons of the Shane Steichen era, the Indianapolis Colts stand 17-17 both straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) without a playoff appearance to show for their work. Not that they were deserving of punching a ticket to the second season as mediocre the team proved to be through 34 played games under the new coaching staff. Linemakers actually had higher expectations of the team entering the 2024-25 NFL betting season bumping the team’s win total odds to 8.5 from 6.5 the year prior which saw the team smash it by winning nine games. Unfortunately, regression hit this time around with the team only managing eight wins and matching its 3-3 record within the division. The underachievement took a bite out of my bottom line due to the team failing to take advantage of a schedule strength ranked amongst the tenth easiest at the outset of the season. On top of that, the Colts failed to take advantage of the third place schedule bestowed upon them! The team proved to be a tough watch right from the jump with it all coming down to the inconsistency the offense had to deal with under center.

After wowing player prop and fantasy fans through limited work in his rookie campaign, many were of the belief Anthony Richardson would burst onto the scene in his first full healthy season. The former Florida Gator burst, but unfortunately, it was into flames and not the good fortune NFL bettors had hoped he’d bring to their respective bottom lines. AR5 was nothing if not brutal playing to a 61.6 QB rating by way of completing less than 48 percent of his passes for 1,814 yards and 8:12 TD/INT ratio. While his dual-threat abilities also added 499 rushing yards and six more touchdowns to the mix, the overall body of work left his supporters and teammates clamoring for more. Most disappointing however was the kid tapping out thinking starting quarterbacks had the option of sitting out a play or two on the sideline to find their bearings. The kids got plenty of work ahead of him to not only improve his game on the playing field, but to become mentally stronger. Should upper management decide he’s still the guy for 2025-26, exceptional growth must occur leading up to next season’s kick-off.

In the grand scheme of things, the Colts ended up exactly where linemakers thought they would—in third place (+175) battling the Texans and Jaguars for AFC South bragging rights. Not many aspects of the 2024-25 team jumped off the page, save for the offense’s ability to run the dickens out of the football. We already made mention of Richardson’s legs doing a number on the ground, but it was ultimately Jonathan Taylor that allowed for Indy to march the league’s No. 8 ranked rushing attack onto the gridiron every passing week. The fifth-year running back only started 13 games, but still managed to combine for nearly 1,600 scrimmage yards and 12 overall touchdowns. Provided the coaching staff is brought back and Richardson grows entering his second full season, Indianapolis could be vastly improved provided GM Chris Ballard makes move to shore up a defense that proved to be the team’s Achilles heel throughout the entirety of the campaign. Owners of the No. 14 pick in this year’s NFL Draft with some capital to work with, the Colts have the horses to compete in what truly looks like a wide open division for years to come.

Indianapolis Colts Week 18 Recap

The Indianapolis Colts finished their season with a thrilling 26-23 overtime win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, improving to 8-9 SU and 9-8 against the closing NFL odds . Jonathan Taylor dominated with a career-high 34 carries for 177 yards, marking his fourth consecutive 100-yard rushing game, and scored one touchdown. Taylor’s six rushing touchdowns during the streak came after a costly fumble against Denver. His relentless running in overtime set up Matt Gay’s game-winning 38-yard field goal. Joe Flacco, potentially playing his final NFL game, completed 23 of 40 passes for 264 yards and a touchdown. His 40-yard strike to Alec Pierce opened the scoring. Flacco orchestrated the Colts' scoring drive in overtime, capping a performance that showcased his veteran poise. Despite his age, Flacco expressed a desire to continue playing. The Colts' defense stepped up when it mattered, with Zaire Franklin recording a critical sack on third down in overtime to force an incomplete fourth-down pass. Jacksonville tied the game twice late, including a 53-yard field goal by Cam Little with 1:44 remaining. However, their struggles continued, losing three of their last four. Backup quarterback Mac Jones threw for 205 yards, one touchdown, and an interception. Despite ending on a high note, the Colts missed the playoffs, leaving them hungry for future success.

2024 Indianapolis Colts Schedule, Results & Record

Since 1995 the Colts have been one of the most successful franchises in pro football. Indianapolis has missed the playoffs 11 times since then. Of course, much of that success was due to Peyton Manning, who led them to two Super Bowl appearances with one win. Indeed, Lucas Oil Stadium is the House that Peyton Built. The post-Manning era in Indianapolis has only seen the Colts punch a ticket to the postseason five of the last 13 years with the team failing to do so in each of the last three.

Indianapolis Colts Past Seasons (2000)

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