ESPN.com · Nov 25, 2019
Run-first attitude aside, Colts still need to take downfield shots
INDIANAPOLIS -- The slogan the Indianapolis Colts' offense has promoted this season has been to “run the damn ball.” Quarterback Jacoby Brissett and guard Quenton Nelson have sported hats with that saying on it.
The Colts have followed through with that philosophy for most of the season, but at some point, the Colts have to also throw downfield when the running game is working in order to keep defenses honest.
How the Colts offense fared in the two matchups against the Texans this season, the win in Week 7 and the loss in Week 12:
That was the case Thursday night against the Houston Texans. The Colts, who rank third in the NFL in rushing, gained 175 yards on the ground in their 20-17 loss.
