Instant Reaction: Colts Hold Off Texans, Clinch AFC South

Houston's defense stepped up early in this game, as Kendrick Lewis picked off Colts quarterback Andrew Luck and returned it for a touchdown. However, Indianapolis responded with two touchdowns of their own as they took a 14-7 lead into halftime. They used that momentum to dominate the rest of the game.

Turning Point:

Houston was driving in the fourth quarter, trailing 14-10, when they failed a fourth down conversion with 7:14 to play.

Key Stat:

The Texans have still NEVER won in Indianapolis against the Colts since their inception in 2002, a streak that continues to haunt Houston.

Indianapolis MVP:

Quarterback Andrew Luck was far from his usual self, but he continued to carry the Colts, passing for 187 yards and two touchdowns in this one.

Houston MVP:

Running back Arian Foster led this Texans offense after starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick left the game with a broken leg, rushing for 99 yards on 26 carries and catching three passes for 18 yards.

What’s Next?

Indianapolis hits the road to face the Dallas Cowboys next weekend, while Houston returns home to host the Baltimore Ravens.