Indianapolis
Colts
6-7
35
FINAL
28
Houston
Texans
6-7
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 3h ago
In a thrilling Week 15 matchup, the Indianapolis Colts narrowly defeated the Houston Texans with a final score of 35-28. The victory was crucial for the Colts as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the competitive AFC landscape, while the Texans aimed to keep their postseason hopes alive. Leading the charge for Indianapolis was quarterback Jaxson Dart, who threw for 231 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his ability to make big plays when it mattered most. On the receiving end, the Colts' offense was complemented by a solid performance from their receiving corps, but it was the Texans' Tank Dell who stole the spotlight with an impressive 168 receiving yards, even in defeat. Meanwhile, Houston's David Montgomery contributed with a strong rushing game, amassing 70 yards on the ground. Defensively, the Colts made their presence felt, highlighted by a standout performance from JT Tuimoloau, who recorded 3.5 sacks, disrupting the Texans' rhythm throughout the game. Additionally, Deonte Banks' two interceptions proved pivotal, turning the tide in favor of Indianapolis at critical moments. The game's turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Banks picked off a pass to halt a promising Texans drive, sealing the victory for the Colts and ensuring their postseason aspirations remain very much alive.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jaxson DartQB251352%2313290.1
C.J. StroudQB11764%19121108.9
P.J. DillardQB221255%1742272.9
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
David MontgomeryHB13705.4250150
Jonathan TaylorHB122.02120
Jaxson DartQB122.0—022
Jaylin NoelWR000.0—001
P.J. DillardQB000.0—001
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Tank DellWR516833.6672870
Tyler WarrenTE410225.5330440
Foster MoreauTE37324.3171330
Jonathan TaylorHB47218.0332420
Alec PierceWR55711.4211230
Jaylin NoelWR44912.340180
Dalton SchultzTE23718.5231340
Jayden HigginsWR4369.050160
David MontgomeryHB122.02020
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Spencer ShraderK0050
Ka'imi FairbairnK11131
Rigoberto SanchezP0000