The season isn’t over yet for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Indianapolis Colts</a>, despite the recent string of setbacks. Daniel Jones’ severe injury will sideline him for the remainder of the campaign, and looking ahead, Shane Steichen still has no certainty about who will step in as his replacement.



What’s causing this situation? According to insider Adam Schefter via his X account, Riley Leonard is dealing with a knee injury and is doubtful to be available in Seattle next weekend.



It’s important to note that Leonard was the one who took the field in the last game against the Jaguars following <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones">Jones</a>’ injury, since Anthony Richardson, the team’s primary backup, is on IR and has been unavailable for some time.



Through Week 8, everything was full of hope and high expectations with a 7-1 record. Today, however, the situation is completely different, and even their chances of making the playoffs are now seriously in jeopardy.



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<h2>What if Leonard isn’t ready for Week 15?</h2>



The Indianapolis Colts are facing a severe quarterback crisis as they prepare for the Seahawks game, a situation aggravated by the latest loss of Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson to the Injured Reserve. 


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Head Coach Shane Steichen said, according to Mike Chappell via X, that if the knee injury keeps Riley Leonard out of the lineup, Brett Rypien will be called up from the practice squad to start. This dire scenario highlights the Colts’ depth issues, as they are now forced to consider signing another quarterback. 



Critically, rookie tight end Tyler Warren, who played quarterback in high school, remains the official emergency option, indicating the Indianapolis is perilously close to reaching an unprecedented level of roster desperation.

Colts face concerning situation with Daniel Jones out and his replacement uncertain

Colts face concerning situation with Daniel Jones out and his replacement uncertain - Bolavip US

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Indianapolis Colts</a>’ season got off to the best possible start, surprising fans and analysts alike with a strong 7-1 run. After that, however, things went downhill, and to make matters worse, they lost Daniel Jones for the remainder of the campaign due to a serious injury.



One of this <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season’s biggest revelations so far has been Jonathan Taylor. The running back has stood out week after week, even putting himself in the conversation for MVP. However, Jones’ absence could be a major blow to the team’s offense.



“It’s devastating,” Taylor said, via Joel A. Erickson of the Indianapolis Star. “He’s out there fighting, scratching, clawing the past few weeks, and to see him go down, you don’t know what’s going on, you hope for the best. . . . I already told him, so much respect for him, I appreciate him so much for risking his body to go out there with us.”



The duo formed by these two players has been one of the AFC’s biggest stories, with Taylor being one of the QB’s most targeted options on the ground. Unfortunately for Shane Steichen, from now on he’ll have to look for other ways to attack opposing defenses.



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<h2>The impact of this duo on the Colts’ offense</h2>



The Indianapolis Colts’ offense has been defined by a dynamic duo led by running back Jonathan Taylor and quarterback Daniel Jones. Taylor has been an unstoppable force on the ground, logging 247 carries for 1,356 yards and 16 touchdowns, averaging an exceptional 5.5 yards per carry. 


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Complementing this, Jones had been enjoying his best season through the air with 3,101 yards, 19 passing touchdowns, and a 64.1 QBR. However, this potent tandem has come to an abrupt halt as Jones’s season-ending injury will now sideline him, severely jeopardizing the Colts’ playoff aspirations by losing their star signal-caller.



<h2>What happened to Jones?</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones">Daniel Jones</a> has unfortunately suffered a torn Achilles tendon, an injury that instantly ends his promising season. This severe setback is a devastating blow to the team, as Jones was playing at an elite level and guiding the Colts toward the playoffs. He will now face a long rehabilitation process before returning to the field.

Colts star delivers strong statement after Daniel Jones’ serious injury

Colts star delivers strong statement after Daniel Jones’ serious injury - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> simply cannot catch a break with their quarterbacks. From Andrew Luck’s shocking retirement until today, they just haven’t found much consistency at the position.



They were finally getting that with Daniel Jones. The former New York Giants draft bust was finding his footing with his new team, but a fractured fibula and now a torn Achilles have ended his season.



Even so, there’s no time to cry over the spilled milk. This team still has a chance to make the playoffs, which is why head coach Shane Steichen wants everybody to stay focused.



<h2>Shane Steichen says Colts won’t give up</h2>



“We’ve got everything we want still in front of us. We’ve got to go. So, we’ve got to get this thing cleaned up and get ready for Seattle. We’ve got a big one on the road. That’s the message today,” Steichen said, per ESPN.



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Despite the serious injury, Jones returned to the sidelines and was even spotted trying to coach up backup QB Riley Leonard. He seems to be as invested in the team as the Colts are in him.



However, even though he will be ready for the start of the upcoming season, the Colts might take a more cautious approach to potentially signing him to a long-term, big-money deal.

Shane Steichen opens up on Daniel Jones’ injury crisis

Shane Steichen opens up on Daniel Jones' injury crisis - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a>‘ biggest nightmare has become a reality. Once again, the quarterback position seems to be cursed for this organization, as shown by Daniel Jones’ season-ending injury.



The former New York Giants draft pick, who was playing through a fractured fibula, also sustained an Achilles injury, and he’s now looking at nine months on the shelf.



The Colts turned to rookie backup Riley Leonard to replace him. He completed 18 of 29 passes for 145 yards in the loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. And when asked about his veteran teammate, he had nothing but the utmost respect.



<h2>Riley Leonard reacts to Daniel Jones’ season-ending injury</h2>



“Daniel’s the toughest guy that I’ve ever been around, by far, in my life,” Leonard said after the game, per ESPN. 



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“He’s the most competitive person that I’ve ever met,” Leonard added. “So, it’s no surprise that he came back out there. He was the first one to put the rain gear on me, the first one to ask me what I saw on that play and help me out. It’s just exactly who he is, whether he’s playing or not.”



The Colts are now in legitimate danger of missing the postseason. Moreover, they gave up two first-round picks in the Sauce Gardner trade, so this season may turn out to be a disaster.



As for Jones, he should be fully healthy for the start of the upcoming season. But given the delicate nature of the injury, he’s not going to make as much money as he could’ve.

Colts’ backup QB reacts to Daniel Jones’ season-ending injury

Colts' backup QB reacts to Daniel Jones' season-ending injury - Bolavip US

Week 14 of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> featured one of the most attractive matchups of the week at EverBank Stadium, where the Jacksonville Jaguars hosted the Indianapolis Colts in a game of great significance for the AFC South race.



After the decisive 36-19 victory by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jacksonville-jaguars">Jaguars</a> over the Colts, who were hit by Daniel Jones’ severe injury, the division is heating up, still awaiting the outcome of the Houston Texans’ visit to the Chiefs on SNF.



With this result, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/trevor-lawrence">Trevor Lawrence</a>’s team now has, according to the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">official NFL site</a>, a 96% chance of securing a postseason spot. Undoubtedly, it turned out to be a pivotal game for Jacksonville, just a few weeks away from the end of the regular season.



For its part, the outlook is different for Shane Steichen’s team. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Colts</a> had started the season surprising both fans and critics, but after the loss, their chances of securing a wild card spot dropped sharply to 56%.



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<h2>How does the division stand after the Jaguars vs Colts game?</h2>



After the big home win against the Colts, Trevor Lawrence’s team now dominates the AFC South, awaiting the outcome of the Texans vs. Chiefs game later. Meanwhile, with less impact, the Titans continue to sit in the last place of the division.


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<ul><li>Jacksonville Jaguars (9-4)</li><li>Indianapolis Colts (8-5)</li><li>Houston Texans (7-5)</li><li>Tennessee Titans (2-11)</li></ul>



<h2>AFC South: Week 15 showdowns</h2>



Week 15 presents a defining slate of games for the competitive AFC South, with multiple teams facing challenging matchups. The Jacksonville Jaguars remain at home, hosting the New York Jets on Sunday in a key inter-conference clash. 



Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts face a difficult travel itinerary, heading West for a road game against the Seattle Seahawks. The Houston Texans return home to host the NFC’s Arizona Cardinals, while the Tennessee Titans have perhaps the toughest test, traveling to California to take on the NFC powerhouse San Francisco 49ers. These results will significantly impact the race for the AFC South crown.


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AFC South standings and playoff picture updated after Jaguars-Colts in 2025 NFL Week 14

AFC South standings and playoff picture updated after Jaguars-Colts in 2025 NFL Week 14 - Bolavip US

In an important matchup for the AFC South race, the Indianapolis Colts are looking to secure a key victory at EverBank Stadium against the Jaguars. However, bad news came quickly after witnessing the injury suffered by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones">Daniel Jones</a> in the middle of the game.



Early in the game, during one of the snaps, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/video-daniel-jones-suffers-alarming-non-contact-injury-during-colts-vs-jaguars">Jones was seen collapsing to the ground without any contact</a> from an opposing player and visibly frustrated, hitting his helmet against the turf.



His spot on the field will be taken by rookie Riley Leonard who, with Anthony Richardson on the injury reserve list, will have the opportunity to showcase all the talent the team trusted in during the last draft.



<h2>Why is Riley Leonard and not Anthony Richardson playing for Colts with Jones injured?</h2>



The Colts entered the season with Richardson as backup to Jones and Leonard as QB3 on the depth chart, but they’ve been forced to make a change halfway through the campaign. Richardson currently remains on injured reserve after sustaining an orbital fracture while warming up prior to a game earlier in 2025. The injury occurred when a pole that was attached to a stretch band snapped and tragically impacted Richardson around his eye. Consequently, Leonard was next in line when Jones got hurt.



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<h2>Daniel Jones’ injury puts Colts in tough spot</h2>


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Bad news came quickly following insider Adam Schefter’s announcement on X, reporting that the former Giants and Vikings player suffered an Achilles tendon injury, putting his future—at least for this season—seriously in jeopardy.



On the other hand, journalist Ian Rapoport reported that, if the severity of his injury is confirmed via MRI, the quarterback could be sidelined for at least nine months, meaning he would not return until the start of the 2026 season. Although Jones will be a free agent, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Colts</a> intend to continue relying on his services.

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What happened to Daniel Jones and who is the Colts backup QB on the depth chart? - Bolavip US

Things are not going great lately for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> quarterback, Daniel Jones. During a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars, alarms went off after he suffered a rare, non-contact injury.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daniel Jones</a> was playing on a fractured fibula, but this injury happened in the other leg of the quarterback. This means both injuries are not related, and it just spells more bad luck for a player who was really having a career-resurgence year.



Jones had a clean pocket when he threw a pass against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jacksonville-jaguars" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jaguars</a>. As soon as he threw it, he kind of stumbled and then fell to the ground. Per the team, he suffered an Achilles injury. 



<h2>An Achilles tear would be devastating for both Jones and Colts</h2>



The Colts were keen on giving Jones a contract extension but a torn Achilles could change everything. If confirmed that is a full tear, Jones would likely miss all of preseason of 2026, making it a real challenge for him to come back strongly to start next season. This might put the team in the obligation to look for a new quarterback, or trust <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-richardson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Anthony Richardson</a> once again.



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That might very well be the best answer, as the Colts have no first-round picks for the next two years due to their trade for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sauce-gardner" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sauce Gardner</a>. Hence, the Colts have no capital, and the trade assets may not be there. The other option is to trade Richardson and trust that sixth-round rookie Riley Leonard can develop into a capable quarterback.



<h2>The Colts season has gone downhill fast</h2>



Indianapolis went into its bye in Week 11 as an 8-2 team with plenty of confidence. After that, it’s been a streak of bad luck and games. The Colts have lost three of their last four games, are losing against Jacksonville, and now will miss Jones for the rest of the season.



This kind of downward spiral could really cost the team a spot in the playoffs. One of the best teams in the first half of the season is coming down hard in the last stretch of games.

Video: Daniel Jones suffers alarming non-contact injury during Colts vs Jaguars

Video: Daniel Jones suffers alarming non-contact injury during Colts vs Jaguars - Bolavip US

The Indianapolis Colts got off to a very promising start to the season, but in recent weeks a few losses have tightened the race in the AFC South. If they want to secure a ticket to the upcoming <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> playoffs, beating the Jacksonville Jaguars is an absolute must.



It won’t be an easy task, as their opponent is in a similar position (both with 8-4 records), and the fact that it’s a divisional matchup could prove to be a decisive factor for the future of either team.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones">Daniel Jones</a> will face the tough task of leading his teammates to a standout performance at EverBank Stadium if their Wild Card hopes are to remain alive, while also silencing criticism over their dip in performance in recent weeks.



<h2>What happens if the Colts lose to the Jaguars?</h2>



The outlook heading into Week 14 is somewhat tricky for the Colts, as a loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars would drop their chances of securing a postseason berth to 54%.



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However, according to the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a>, the scenario could change drastically if Shane Steichen leads his team to a crucial victory. In that case, its chances of making the playoffs would rise to 85%.


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<h2>Colts eyeing the playoffs</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Indianapolis Colts</a> face a formidable closing stretch that will determine their standing in the competitive AFC playoff race. The pivotal run begins with back-to-back road tests: first, a critical AFC South rivalry matchup away against the Jacksonville Jaguars, followed by a tough inter-conference trip to Seattle to face the Seahawks. 



The Colts then return home for two challenging games, hosting the NFC powerhouse San Francisco 49ers and a crucial divisional rematch against the Jaguars. They conclude their regular season with a pivotal road showdown against the Houston Texans, a game likely to decide the winner of the AFC South crown.



<h2>When was the last time the Colts made the playoffs?</h2>



The last time the Indianapolis Colts made the NFL playoffs was in the 2020 season. They qualified for the postseason with an 11-5 record, but were defeated by the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card Round on January 9, 2021.

What happens if Colts lose against Jaguars today in 2025 NFL Week 14?

What happens if Colts lose against Jaguars today in 2025 NFL Week 14? - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/houston-texans">Houston Texans</a> faced a tough test at Lucas Oil Stadium, but in a back-and-forth battle, they managed to overcome the Indianapolis Colts and secure a crucial victory. With just a few games remaining, the AFC South is heating up.



CJ Stroud’s team now stands at 7-5-1, while the Colts are no longer the division leaders, having been overtaken by the Jaguars. After Week 13, the Jaguars top the AFC South, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Colts</a> sit in second place, the Texans are third, and the Titans remain stuck at the bottom.



Looking ahead, Shane Steichen’s squad has a 75% chance of punching its ticket to the playoffs despite the recent setback, trailing just behind <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jacksonville-jaguars">Jacksonville</a>, who holds an 80% probability.



Houston, for its part, has somehow steadied its turbulent season and currently holds a 64% chance of making the playoffs, according to the <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL’s official site</a>. With just a handful of games remaining, nothing is decided in this division.



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<h2>AFC South: Week 14 showdowns</h2>



Week 14 is shaping up to be a defining moment for the AFC South, featuring a slate of highly anticipated matchups. The division lead hangs in the balance as the Jacksonville Jaguars and Indianapolis Colts clash in a massive head-to-head battle that will have immediate playoff seeding implications. 


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Elsewhere, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans">Tennessee Titans</a> face a daunting road test when they visit the tough Browns defense. Finally, the Houston Texans face the biggest challenge of their season, traveling to Arrowhead Stadium to take on the Chiefs for the Sunday Night Football spotlight. This trio of intense contests is guaranteed to shake up the division standings.


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AFC South standings and NFL playoff picture updated after Colts-Texans in Week 13

AFC South standings and NFL playoff picture updated after Colts-Texans in Week 13 - Bolavip US

Just minutes into the action at Lucas Oil Stadium, in a scene no one ever wants to see, the Indianapolis Colts’ new defensive star began limping without any clear contact. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sauce-gardner">Sauce Gardner</a>, the former Jet, was forced to leave the field with assistance from the training staff.



According to reporter Ari Meirov, who shared the update on his official X account (formerly Twitter), the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Colts</a> announced that the cornerback suffered a non-contact calf injury, and has been ruled out for the rest of today’s game.



One of the most impactful defensive players in the league arrived in Indianapolis at the last trade deadline to strengthen a unit that had been questioned throughout the campaign. It will now be a matter of determining the severity of his injury to understand what it could mean moving forward.



<h2>Gardner’s numbers during his short stint with the Colts</h2>



Cornerback Sauce Gardner has established himself as a premier shutdown defender in the Indianapolis Colts’ secondary this season. While the interceptions haven’t piled up, his presence alone has deterred opposing quarterbacks. 



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Gardner has accumulated 26 total tackles and is tied for the team lead with 8 passes defensed (PD), a testament to his elite coverage skills. Remarkably, he has yet to record an interception or a forced fumble, but his exceptional rate of breaking up passes highlights his continuous impact on stifling the opposition’s passing game.



<h2>Gardner’s arrival in Indianapolis</h2>



The Indianapolis Colts made one of the most significant moves at the recent trade deadline, acquiring All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner in a blockbuster deal. The decision by Colts management to pay a premium price for the former Jet immediately signaled their commitment to competing for a title this season.



Two first-round draft picks (2026 and 2027) and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell are what the New York franchise received, having stocked up on future draft selections — making Gardner’s arrival in Indianapolis far from cheap.



Gardner’s arrival instantly solidified the team’s secondary, providing the elite, lockdown coverage defender that the Colts defense had been missing. This bold trade has since paid dividends, transforming Indianapolis’s defensive unit into one of the league’s most formidable forces heading into the final stretch.

Colts provide quick injury update on Sauce Gardner as star CB exits Texans game early

Colts provide quick injury update on Sauce Gardner as star CB exits Texans game early - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/houston-texans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Houston Texans</a> are hunting the NFL Playoffs. For that, they need a good outing today against the Indianapolis Colts. These are the team’s outlooks depending on if they win or lose the game.



The Texans (6-5) are one place off of the playoffs, hence their chances rely heavily on what they do today vs. the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Colts</a>. As of now, they have a 46% chance of going to the postseason. However, a win would send them all the way to a 65% of chances.



A loss, however, would be really detrimental to the Texans’ hopes as their probabilities would fall all the way to 34%. In other words, a loss would almost guarantee the Texans are out of the playoffs with just a month to play.



<h2>The Texans have been on a roll lately</h2>



Despite not having their starting quarterback in recent weeks, the Texans have managed to get momentum thanks to a fierce defense. Houston is on a three-game winning streak and the good news for the team is that starting QB <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cj-stroud" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CJ Stroud</a> is back after clearing concussion protocol.



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With Stroud back, the team should see a boost on its offensive production. Meaning, the elite defense would get some help on the other side of the field. Stroud has had an up and down season, but his upside is too big to ignore.


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<h2>The Colts can’t afford to lose</h2>



Indianapolis is pretty much guaranteed to be in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Playoffs, but if the team wants to host a postseason game, the Colts need to win the game. They are 8-3 and the Jaguars are 7-4, so if the Colts lose and the Jaguars win, they’d be tied and the division might slip away from them.



Hence, the Colts, who lost their last game after leading it by 11 in the fourth quarter, need to bounce back strongly. It won’t be easy as the Texans are a very tough team to score on, but Indianapolis is 6-0 at home, and it will try to keep it that way.

What happens if Texans lose or win against Colts today in NFL Week 13?

What happens if Texans lose or win against Colts today in NFL Week 13? - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> and the Houston Texans are poised for a Week 13 matchup with significant implications beyond just securing a victory. Both teams are eyeing potential playoff berths dependent on this critical game, and fans are eagerly anticipating whether Tyler Warren will make an appearance on the field.



Initially listed as questionable due to an illness, Warren is ultimately active for the Colts’ crucial game against the Texans today. Great news for Daniel Jones and the offense, as the tight end has been crucial for the unit this year.



In eight games as a starter, he has amassed 662 receiving yards, 55 receptions, three touchdowns, and 32 first-downs, marking his impact on the roster throughout these 11 games so far.



<h2>Texans will be without two players</h2>



While the Colts anxiously await news on Warren, the Texans have confirmed the absence of two players for their Week 13 game against the Colts. Ajani Carter and Jamal Hill will be sidelined due to hamstring injuries.

Is Tyler Warren playing today for Colts vs Texans in Week 13 of 2025 NFL season?

Is Tyler Warren playing today for Colts vs Texans in Week 13 of 2025 NFL season? - Bolavip US

Besides Daniel Jones and Jonathan Taylor leading the offense, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts </a>have relied on a renovated defense to become one of the best teams in the AFC in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season.



Indianapolis fired Gus Bradley as defensive coordinator and hired Lou Anarumo to replace him shortly after the 2024 season finished. Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor fired Anarumo, the leader of their Super Bowl LVI defense, and replaced him with Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden.



The Colts’ defense is thriving this year, and Anarumo has gotten his flowers. So much so that he’s getting head-coaching buzz ahead of the upcoming coaching carousel. However, the coordinator doesn’t seem to be losing sleep over it.



<h2>Lou Anarumo ignores head-coaching candidacy buzz</h2>



Ahead of Sunday’s duel against the Houston Texans, Anarumo expressed his desire to be a head coach down the road, but insisted that it wasn’t his priority at the time.



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“I’d be lying to you if I said that down the road that wasn’t something that would be a career goal, but my full attention is on the Houston Texans,” Anarumo told The Indianapolis Star on Tuesday. “And they better be, because they’re a really good football team. While I appreciate all that stuff, my main — and sole — focus is on the Texans this week.”



The Colts will try to bounce back after losing to Patrick Mahomes and Co. in Week 12. They have everything to beat the Texans, including a strong defense that has put pressure on every quarterback it has faced.&nbsp;

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Colts DC has blunt reaction to head-coaching rumors - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> have revived Daniel Jones‘ career. However, as the team enters the last stretch of the season, it’s been revealed that the quarterback is injured, but apparently, he is willing to tough it out for the team.



According to Ian Rapoport of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Network, Jones suffered a fracture in his fibula. However, a source told Rapoport that Jones “looked good” despite the injury. Rapoport also confirmed that someone close to Jones said the quarterback is not concerned about the injury.



It’s concerning that the injury is a fracture in a delicate bone. It’s not devastating as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jones</a>, as tough as he is, will play through it. It remains to be seen if that will limit his play, though.



<h2>The Colts backup plan is not great</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-richardson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Anthony Richardson</a> was benched when Jones arrived. However, if Jones is forced to miss time, Richardson isn’t available either, as he is just returning from IR after needing a surgery to repair his orbital bone.



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Still, last week he was a healthy scratch against the Chiefs. Meaning, the Colts lean towards sixth-round rookie Riley Leonard. Leonard is not precisely a rookie to be excited for, and Richardson seems to be on the way out of the team. Hence, if Jones is not there, troubles will rise for the Colts.


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<h2>Colts have a tough closing schedule</h2>



The Colts are first in the AFC South with an 8-3 record. However, they are closely followed by the Jaguars (7-4) and the Texans (6-5). When looking at the schedule, the Colts don’t have much margin of error if they want to stay atop the AFC South. All the games remaining for the Colts are against teams fighting for playoffs spots.



<ul><li>Week 13: vs. Texans</li><li>Week 14: at Jacksonville</li><li>Week 15: at Seattle</li><li>Week 16: vs. 49ers</li><li>Week 17: vs. Jaguars</li><li>Week 18: at Houston</li></ul>

Colts receive concerning yet not devastating news regarding Daniel Jones

Colts receive concerning yet not devastating news regarding Daniel Jones - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> remain a strong team in the 2025 NFL season. Despite suffering a 23-20 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, the Colts (8-3) are still in the conversation for the playoffs.



Besides Daniel Jones and Jonathan Taylor leading one of the most explosive offenses in the league, the defense has improved massively since the arrival of Lou Anarumo. The defensive coordinator was fired by the Cincinnati Bengals after the 2024 season, and it didn’t take long for the Colts to acquire his services.



Anarumo’s defense has played at a high level, pressuring its opponents successfully week after week. The Colts haven’t allowed 30 points in a single game this season, and Anarumo’s performance is drawing attention around the league.



<h2>Giants reportedly interested in Lou Anarumo</h2>



Many teams will be in search of a new head coach after the 2025 season. The New York Giants, who recently fired Brian Daboll, are already looking for options to take over. According to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> insider Josina Anderson, Anarumo is on their radar.



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“A league source says Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo is expected to receive strong consideration for the Giants head coach vacancy this upcoming cycle, while also emphasizing his familiarity and relationship with current general manager Joe Schoen,” Anderson reported. “It remains to be seen how much said connection will influence ownership, relative to Schoen’s status, once the search is complete.”



The Colts are enjoying a lot of success. Anarumo has played a key role in their turnaround. Even if the Giants go with a different candidate, the defensive coordinator should draw attention from other franchises.&nbsp;

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