Colts Face Broncos in Playoff Showdown

In a crucial Week 15 matchup, the Indianapolis Colts lead the Denver Broncos 13-7 at halftime, aided by a 50-yard field goal from Matt Gay. Rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson opened the scoring with a 23-yard touchdown run but struggled with his passing, completing only 5 of 17 attempts for 56 yards and an interception. The Broncos, led by Bo Nix, are fighting for a playoff spot and need to capitalize on their offensive opportunities, with their playoff chances rising to 89% with a win. The Colts, now positioned behind the Broncos in the playoff race, face a must-win situation to keep their hopes alive, as losing would drop their playoff probability to just 7%. Both teams recognize the stakes, with Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin expressing the significance of the game and its implications for the season's narrative. The Colts' defense will focus on containing Nix, who has been performing strongly among rookies, as they look to disrupt Denver's offensive rhythm.