The Colts are still clinging to fading playoff hopes on Sunday. The host Dolphins are just playing with nothing on the line but pride.
The Indianapolis Colts hope they’re still playing for something other than paychecks, although Sunday’s visit to South Florida could signify an end to any aspirations beyond the regular season.
If the Colts lose to the Miami Dolphins, the Houston Texans can celebrate the AFC South Division title and an automatic playoff berth. A three-game losing streak, including a 16-10 home loss to the Texans in the previous game, has dropped the Colts to 6-8 and reduced prospects to bleak.