Facing a difficult matchup against the then 3-0 Pittsburgh Steelers, the Indianapolis Colts came away a big win in Week 4 to improve to 2-2 on the season.
Heading into the game, the Colts were dealing with injuries not having Kwity Paye, Ryan Kelly, or Kenny Moore, and then during the game, Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor would both exit with injuries they suffered.
However, a fast start sparked by Richardson and Michael Pittman in the downfield passing game, along with Taylor in the run game allowed the Colts to jump out to a 14-0.
Off the bench and with the help of Taylor as well as Josh Downs in the passing game, Joe Flacco would put together a fairly efficient performance where he took care of the football, and helped orchestrate some critical scoring drives late.
Although the Colts defense began to leak a little oil in the second half, another strong performance from the run defense, along with two key takeaways and a big fourth-quarter stop, helped them secure the win.
Up next for the Colts is a divisional matchup with the Jaguars, but before we turn our focus to Week 5, let’s take a look at this past Sunday’s win with some of the game’s best photos:
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – SEPTEMBER 29: Grover Stewart (90) of the Indianapolis Colts reacts against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)Sep 29, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco (15) throws a pass during the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn ImagesSep 29, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco (15) tosses the ball to Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith-USA TODAY Network via Imagn ImagesSep 29, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (1) catches a pass in front of Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott (25) during the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn ImagesIndianapolis Colts cornerback Chris Lammons (35) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Broderick Jones (77) after recovering a fumble Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (1) is brought down by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Payton Wilson (41) on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.Sep 29, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen yells to his players Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christine Tannous-USA TODAY Network via Imagn ImagesIndianapolis Colts safety Nick Cross (20) reacts after a play Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (1) celebrates with Indianapolis Colts linebacker Segun Olubi (50) after scoring a touchdown Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (1) celebrates with Indianapolis Colts guard Will Fries (75) and Indianapolis Colts linebacker Segun Olubi (50) after scoring a touchdown Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon (32) recovers the ball after it’s stripped loose from Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.Indianapolis Colts defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo (54) reacts to a play Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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