The Indianapolis Colts face the New Orleans Saints Sunday in Week 8 at Lucas Oil Stadium.
The Saints have struggled inside the red zone all season, converting just nine of its 24 red zone drives into touchdowns, which is tied for the fourth worst percentage (37%) in the NFL. New Orleans offense additionally ranks 28th in yards per play and rushing yards per play.
“Each week that is a critical part, “Colts defensive coordinator Gus Bradley said during Tuesday’s zoom meeting. “All of those situations – red zone, third down, our ability to affect the quarterback – all of those are big components in it.