The Colts’ running game was the staple of the offense last season, and the main reason the team was winning football games. This year, injuries to Jonathan Taylor, and a massive regression of offensive line play had the Colts ranked 31st in EPA per rushing attempt, and the passing game struggled mightily because of it. Against the Raiders, the Colts managed to put up over 200 yards on the ground, thanks in big part due to JT’s 66-yard touchdown and a surprising Matt Ryan 39-yard scramble. Even though the Raiders’ run defense has been terrible this year, it was definitely encouraging watching signs of life from the running game, and it will be interesting watching if this was just a mirage or if there really has been a turnaround against a stout Eagles’ front.
Colts’ Stat of the Game: Week 10 @Raiders
