Colts Dominate Raiders 40-6 Ending Raiders NFL-Leading Streak

The Las Vegas Raiders have struggled significantly in the first five weeks of the 2025 NFL season, highlighted by a 40-6 blowout loss to the Indianapolis Colts in Week 5. Raiders quarterback Geno Smith has led the league in interceptions with seven and the team's offense has been hampered by injuries to key players like tight end Brock Bowers and left tackle Kolton Miller. The Raiders' defense, which had maintained an NFL-best streak of recording at least one sack in 39 consecutive games, failed to generate any sacks against the Colts, ending that streak. Indianapolis, led by quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Jonathan Taylor, showcased a dominant performance, scoring on six consecutive possessions and controlling the game with a balanced smashmouth running attack and efficient passing. The Colts overcame their previous week's mistakes and penalties to reassert themselves as a strong, well-balanced team. Meanwhile, the Raiders face mounting challenges as they try to keep their season alive against a surging Colts squad.