When the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Las Vegas Raiders</a> signed Pete Carroll as their head coach the expectations were high. However, a 1-3 start was not a part of their plans and they now face a very tough team in the Indianapolis Colts and the coach is on the verge of something bad that almost never happens to him.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pete-carroll" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carroll</a> has 295 games coached under his belt, that is a lot of mileage. However, he’s only been on a four-game losing streak twice in his career. He is facing the third if the Raiders can’t beat the Colts.



The first one happened in 1994 when he coached the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-jets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Jets</a> and it ended up being a five-game losing streak. Then, he lost four in a row with the Seattle Seahawks in 2023.



<h2>Something is not right with Geno Smith</h2>



Much of the reasons for the 1-3 start fall on quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/geno-smith" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Geno Smith</a>‘s shoulders. The NFL veteran leads the league in interceptions with 7 and he is not looking like himself. Usually a very accurate and safe quarterback, this time he looks uncomfortable.



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It’s true that the offensive line hasn’t been good at all, hence Smith is constantly under pressure. But, Smith has already been good under bad O-lines. He must find his footing or the team will suffer.


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<h2>The Raiders’ playoff chances are getting thinner and thinner</h2>



Many put this team in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> playoffs prior to the start of the season. However, given the fact that the Raiders play in the AFC West, a loss is practically a sentence upon them. If they fall to 1-4, the playoffs could easily be out of question.



Having said so, if they win this game, they can follow it up with another win as they host the winless Tennessee Titans in Week 6. This could put them 3-4 and back in the race, although still on an uphill battle.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daniel Jones</a> and the Indianapolis Colts vie to get back on the win column after their unbeaten run came to an end. With a key matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season ahead, a former player on the Pittsburgh Steelers is being promoted.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Colts</a> know they can’t dwell on last week’s defeat for too long. After all, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> campaign is only getting started. Every season is full of adversity and roadblocks, it’s about overcoming and prevailing despite the setbacks. Lesson learnt, it’s time to move on to the next challenge.



Now, Jones and the Colts will be joined by former defensive back on the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers</a>, Mike Hilton. The 31-year-old cornerback will be back for his second game of the season. However, his promotion is only temporary.



“Colts practice squad cornerback Chris Lammons, running back Ameer Abdullah and cornerback Mike Hilton were all added to the 53-man roster from the practice squad,” as reported by NBC Sports. 



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“Lammons was signed to the active roster, while Abdullah and Hilton were elevated and will revert back to the practice squad after the game.“


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<h2>Signs of hope</h2>



As the Colts take on Geno Smith and the Raiders, the team in the Crossroads of America realizes there is a big opportunity on the table. Smith is coming off a three-interception game, while the Colts have registered four interceptions in the season.



There is definitely a trend that repeats when Indianapolis and Las Vegas square off at Lucas Oil Stadium. If the Colts can take control of the game early, they could force the Raiders out of the running game with Ashton Jeanty and into the air attack, where Smith’s inconsistency could favor Indy.

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Jones’ Colts hand temporary promotion to former Steelers’ DB ahead of Raiders game

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> suffered their first loss of the 2025 season against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. The AFC South team couldn’t keep up with the NFC West co-leaders and saw its unbeaten run end with a 27-20 loss.&nbsp;



Veteran cornerback Xavien Howard was on the receiving end of criticism after the game. Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua had a field day against Howard in a game where he allowed seven catches on 10 targets for 112 yards and a touchdown.&nbsp;



Defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo was asked about Howard’s performances, but he rejected any notion that the CB was responsible for the team’s loss.&nbsp;



<h2>Lou Anarumo takes the blame for Colts’ loss to Rams&nbsp;</h2>



Instead, Anarumo said that the entire defense, including himself, needs to do better. The former Cincinnati Bengals coordinator went as far as saying that he must perform better instead of blaming anybody on his squad.&nbsp;



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“The combination of all of it,” Anarumo said on Tuesday, via the Indy Star. “You’re playing against an elite passing game with two elite receivers and a quarterback, and at some point, rust or no rust, we’ve got to make sure we’re out there and guarding the guys we’re tasked to guard. We’ve all got to do a better job. Not just X, but me.”



He continued to defend Howard, saying that everybody would be evaluated moving forward, and they would make decisions based on what they see.&nbsp;



“We’ll evaluate everybody, every game,” Anarumo said. “X is a player on the team, so he’s certainly going to get evaluated. … Not only X, but everybody will always be evaluated each week, based on performance. We’ll always take a look at all those things and move forward accordingly.”



The Colts will clash with the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 5, hoping to bounce back and play like the team that delighted fans in the first three weeks of the season.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> are one of the teams that have shocked the NFL. However, their undefeated record was broken after a loss to the Los Angeles Rams. One of the reasons why was a bad decision made by wide receiver Adonai Mitchell. However, head coach Shane Steichen has sort of downplayed the mistake.



Adonai Mitchell had the chance to score a 76-yard touchdown and put his team ahead. However, he fumbled inches before entering the endzone and that caused a touchback. He also said to reporters after the game that the mistake is “unacceptable.” Mitchell also had a holding penalty that brought back a 53-yard touchdown by Jonathan Taylor.



For head coach Shane Steichen, Mitchell’s mistake is not as bad as people make it seem. “It’s hard to explain in that situation, but we have a lot of faith in ‘AD’ and this is a bump in the road for him. He’s going to bounce back, and we have a lot of confidence in his abilities.”



<h2>This is not the first time a touchback costs the Colts</h2>



The Steelers’ head coach Mike Tomlin once said “two is a pattern.” Well, with that in mind, the Colts then have a bad habit of fumbling on the goal-line. Not even a year ago, running back Jonathan Taylor did the exact same thing. 



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It’s also a mistake that is incredibly easy to avoid. Just make sure you step into the endzone before dropping the ball. However, it seems like the Colts’ players are so eager to celebrate that they are making this awful mistakes and in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>, those are costly.


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<h2>Steichen knows fixing this is part of his job</h2>



Steichen said that it is “a point of emphasis” to not make mistakes with the ball, especially when they are avoidable. “I have to do a better job of emphasizing it more,” Steichen said. “It starts with me.” It seems like the coach knows a bit of a culture change is needed in that regard.



The Colts have been one of the best teams in the NFL as well. It’s not like they’re in a crisis, but it needs to be said that, should Mitchell held the ball for a second longer, the Colts could be 4-0 instead of 3-1 after the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rams</a> game.

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The anticipation is palpable as the Los Angeles Rams square off against the Indianapolis Colts, with both teams eager for a crucial victory. The Rams’ fan base is particularly excited, hoping to see standout performances from key players, like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/davante-adams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Davante Adams</a>.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rams</a> kicked off the season in impressive form. With strategic roster enhancements, the Los Angeles franchise is poised to challenge for a postseason berth. Despite last season’s achievements, there’s a sense that it has more to give this year.



Holding a 2-1 record with wins over the Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans, yet falling short against the Philadelphia Eagles, the Rams are determined to solidify their playoff position. Players like Puka Nacua and veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford are expected to be pivotal on the field.



Conversely, the Colts have emerged as one of the few teams to remain unbeaten at the start of the regular season. Having defeated the Miami Dolphins, Tennessee Titans, and Denver Broncos, Indianapolis aims to maintain its strong start through the initial weeks of the NFL.



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<h2>Is Davante Adams playing today in Rams vs Colts?</h2>



ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that Davante Adams is likely to play against the Colts. Despite being listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury, sources confirm Adams’ participation for Sunday’s game. “Adams, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a hamstring injury, is expected to play vs. the Colts, per source,” Schefter shared on social media.


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Should Adams face any setbacks pre-game, Jordan Whittington could step up. Whittington has participated in all three of the Rams’ regular-season fixtures, recording a touchdown and 49 rushing yards.



<h2>Colts’ key player status for today’s game</h2>



In addition to Adams’ game-day status, the Colts have been monitoring one of their critical defensive assets. DeForest Buckner, who was also initially questionable, is confirmed to play today, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.



“Colts DT DeForest Buckner (questionable, back) is ‘ready to go’ for Sunday vs. Rams, per source,” Fowler disclosed. Buckner’s presence is crucial for the Colts’ defense as they look to stymie the Rams’ offensive strategies.

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While Daniel Jones is having a terrific 2025<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl"> NFL</a> season, star running back Jonathan Taylor isn’t too far behind. The 26-year-old is off to a remarkable start, as he’s helped the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> to a 3-0 record as one of the best teams in the league.&nbsp;



In three games, Taylor has recorded 60 carries for 338 yards and three touchdowns, as well as catching eight passes for 93 yards and one touchdown. The Colts will face off against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4, hoping that Taylor can continue to perform at a high level.&nbsp;



The former No. 41 overall pick has drawn a lot of attention after three games, and he’s been subjected to many comparisons, including one with arguably the best running back in the league: Saquon Barkley.&nbsp;



<h2>Skip Bayless compares Jonathan Taylor to Saquon Barkley</h2>



In a recent episode of the “The Arena: Gridiron” podcast, veteran analyst Skip Bayless said Taylor has earned a comparison to the reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year, Barkley.



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“All of a sudden, Jonathan Taylor looks like this year’s Saquon,” he said. “To me, and I don’t know if he can take the pounding and stay upright the whole year. They’re gonna have to be careful, because he’s high carries, but he’s just dominating. He’s leading the league in yards through three weeks, and he hits home runs. I thought he was older than this. He’s still only 26, so I thought he was like 29 or close to 30.”



Taylor&nbsp;is a superstar, and if he keeps this up, he might finally claim his spot as the undisputed best running back or offensive weapon in all of football.

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The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Indianapolis Colts</a> entered the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season with doubts surrounding their quarterback situation. They benched Anthony Richardson in favor of veteran Daniel Jones, which raised eyebrows among the fanbase.



Three weeks into the season, the Colts are unbeaten after a dominant 41-20 win over divisional rivals, the Tennessee Titans, becoming one of the biggest surprises of the season after wins over the Miami Dolphins (33-8) and the Denver Broncos (29-28), respectively, in the first two weeks.



Jones continues to perform at a high level, as he went 18 of 25 for 228 yards and one touchdown passing on Sunday. The former New York Giants QB added four carries for 27 yards. Indianapolis plays well week in and week out, and they haven’t faced only struggling teams on the way to a 3-0 record.&nbsp;



<h2>Shane Steichen details what makes Colts a different team&nbsp;</h2>



Speaking with reporters, Shane Steichen was asked about his post-game comments, where he said the Colts are a different team. He noted that everybody is doing their job at their maximum capacity, and that translates into positive results.&nbsp;



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“I think it’s a feel thing. I think the guys are just playing together at a high level and the execution is at a high level. That’s where I think it’s different for our football team this year,” the coach said.



“I think it all started back in spring and into training camp, you could feel it coming all together. Then obviously to have the success we’ve had through three weeks has been great,” he added.



The Colts have scored 103 points and have allowed just 56 points. They have done a solid job on defense, while using their best offensive assets smartly. When Daniel Jones and Michael Pittman aren’t connecting, Jonathan Taylor can take over and lead the team to a win.&nbsp;

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Realities couldn’t be any more different for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/russell-wilson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Russell Wilson</a> and the New York Giants compared to Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis Colts. As we take a look at each quarterback’s contracts with their respective NFL teams, the win bonuses stand out.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jones</a> has unlocked a whole new level to his play in the NFL with the Colts. Indianapolis has put the league on notice, taking control of the AFC South early in the season and looking like a juggernaut. As a result, Jones is one strong candidate to the Comeback Player of the Year award.



Meanwhile, Wilson’s adventure with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Giants</a> couldn’t have gotten off to a worse start. It seems Week 2’s performance was only an oasis in the desert. The 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season could be headed for disaster already in The Big Apple. While Jones is paid $100,000 in bonuses after each win (in which he plays 50% of the snaps), Wilson has yet to secure a win bonus in New York.



<h2>How much does Wilson make in win bonuses?</h2>



Though Wilson has yet to walk out with a victory on a Giants uniform, the 36-year-old quarterback is signed to a one-year, $10.5 million contract which includes win incentives. According to Spotrac, the Giants will pay Wilson $176,471 for each triumph in which he plays at least 50% of the snaps on offense.



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Meanwhile, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis</a> signed Jones to a higher deal, at one-year for $14M. Jones’ bonuses for wins are cheaper, though Wilson has yet to cost the Giants any money on that regard as he’s yet to win. In more ways than one, New York found out that cheap is expensive in the long run.


 

 

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<h2>Sick and tired</h2>



Only three weeks into the campaign, fans are voicing their discomfort and calling for rookie Jaxson Dart to take over under center. Needless to say, the G-men must right the ship fast. New York was not thought to be a playoff team coming out of the NFC East, but any expectation set on them is now being crushed to the ground.



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">"We want Dart!" Giants fans were calling for their backup QB after Russell Wilson threw his second interception of the night. 🎥 <a href="https://twitter.com/theevansanders?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@theevansanders</a> <a href="https://t.co/muVLYoVaU9">pic.twitter.com/muVLYoVaU9</a>— The Athletic (@TheAthletic) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheAthletic/status/1969979939752755333?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 22, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



Watching Jones thrive in Indy is far from a pleasant sight for the fanbase in New York, too. The ‘Indiana Jones’ era got off to an unbeatable beginning, and that only adds to frustration in NYC. For what it’s worth, the Giants handed Wilson a deal including playoff incentives. 



<h2>Playoffs pay off</h2>



If Wilson played 55% of the total offensive snaps in the season and clinched a playoff berth, New York would pay him an extra $500,000. If he reached 75% of the snaps, the bonus would increase by another $500,000.


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Moreover, in case New York wins a playoff game with Wilson playing over 55% of the snaps, the Giants would foot yet another $500k bill. This last incentive would have a maximum of two wins. With how the season is looking so far, it’s safe to assume that money will stay in New York’s bank account.



As for Jones, his deal with the Colts doesn’t include a playoff berth incentive. Instead, his playing time bonus actually depends on securing a ticket to the postseason. 


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If Indianapolis makes the NFL playoffs, it could pay Jones up to $1M if he plays in 60% of the snaps. This bonus is non-cumulative, contrary to Wilson’s. Moreover, the signal-caller would be paid $250,000 for playoff wins in which he appears in at least half of the total snaps on offense.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> made 19 drives without needing to punt during the start of this NFL season. In Week 3, on their 20th drive, the Tennessee Titans forced them to do so. But that begs the question, what’s the record for most drives without a punt?



Ironically enough, the record belongs to this same franchise. In 2015, the Indianapolis Colts chained 23 consecutive drives without punting. The streak was three games long.



The second one belongs to the Patriots in 2010, where they got 21 drives without a punt. Then, it’s the 2025 Colts who punted until their 20th drive. Hence, the Colts hold the best and third-best streaks of all time.



<h2>Daniel Jones is overachieving</h2>



When Daniel Jones arrived in Indianapolis, he wasn’t even the clear-cut QB1. He had to fight to get the starting spot against Anthony Richardson but the decision proved to be the right one as the Colts’ offense has looked incredible.



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More than the offense, individually Jones is having arguably the best season of his career. Under Shane Steichen’s scheme, Jones has looked comfortable and displaying good performances both in the passing and running department.


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<h2>Indianapolis has the tools to keep getting better</h2>



Though they already punted and will continue to punt as the season goes, the Colts have the potential to really become a top-tier unit. They have an incredible tight end in rookie Tyler Warren. Their receiving corp is made of Michael Pittman Jr., Alec Pierce and Josh Downs. Pair that to the star running back Jonathan Taylor and the potential is unlimited.



Now it’s up to Jones to keep playing to his best and this team could become a sleeper candidate to be a dark horse this season. The division is really up for grabs and they are in the early lead to win it.

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Daniel Jones is enjoying a sweet moment with the Indianapolis Colts after spending the first six years of his career with the New York Giants. The veteran quarterback endured playing behind a shaky offensive line that hurt his production at times, which is completely to opposite of what he has in Indianapolis.&nbsp;



Jones is one of the biggest surprises in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> after two weeks of action. He has completed 45 of 63 pass attempts for 588 yards and two touchdowns. He has also shown off his mobility with 13 carries for 28 yards and three touchdowns for the 2-0 Colts.&nbsp;



The team boasts this record for the first time in over a decade, and Jones is mainly responsible for that. Indy beat the Denver Broncos in Week 2 in a dramatic showdown that was decided by a last-second field goal.&nbsp;



<h2>Daniel Jones praises Colts’ offensive line amid 2-0 start</h2>



Talking with Kay Adams on her “Up &amp; Adams” show on Wednesday, Jones raved about his new offensive line and how it allows him and the running game to produce against any situation.&nbsp;



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“Very, very good,” Jones said. “I think pass pro has been incredible. We’ve run the ball well when we needed to run it. They’re locked in, and Tony Sparano, the O-line coach, does a great job getting them prepped, picking up blitzes, knowing what the team’s doing.”



The Colts will face off against the Tennessee Titans in Week 3, hoping to extend their unbeaten streak to 3-0 against a winless team that is still figuring out how to help rookie quarterback Cam Ward.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> let Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley go despite both being solid players for the team. Now, the running back has slammed the NFC East club for that decision.



After the 2023 NFL season, the Giants decided not to give <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saquon-barkley" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saquon Barkley</a> an extension, instead prioritizing Daniel Jones. Less than a year later, the team also moved on from its quarterback after he failed to deliver the expected results.



Barkley signed with the Eagles and went on to win the Super Bowl the following season. Now, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daniel Jones</a> is thriving with the Colts, making many believe that New York was the real problem — not the players.



<h2>Saquon Barkley sends message to Daniel Jones after positive debut with Colts</h2>



With Saquon Barkley and Daniel Jones thriving with the Eagles and Colts, respectively, many Giants fans are frustrated with the team’s front office.



Barkley secured a Super Bowl ring with Philadelphia, the Giants’ NFC East rival, just one year after leaving New York. Now, Daniel Jones has taken over as the Colts’ starting QB and has started the season 2-0 against all odds.


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While they’re on different teams, Barkley hasn’t forgotten his former teammate. The running back revealed that, after the Eagles, he is rooting for Daniel Jones to succeed as well.



“Outside of the Philadelphia Eagles and myself, I want no one else to perform at a high level [more than] Daniel Jones,” Saquon Barkley said Saturday, via Zach Berman of TheAthletic.com. “The fact that he’s off to a hot start . . . to go out there now and play at a high level and get to show people the player that I know and the person I know. I’m a big believer in anything, it might not happen in football, but the way he carries himself and the way he works and the way he competes, it’s going to show at some point.”



<h2>Can the Colts fight for the Super Bowl?</h2>



Unlike Saquon Barkley with the Eagles, Daniel Jones’ path to a Super Bowl with the Colts seems less likely. While Indianapolis is off to a 2-0 start, they are not considered serious contenders just yet.


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Nevertheless, the Colts are laying the foundation to become true contenders in the near future. Jones is thriving with the AFC South club and perhaps—just perhaps—he only needed to leave New York to finally chase the Super Bowl ring he has always desired.

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Against all odds, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> could start the 2025 NFL season with a 3-0 record. Fortunately for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daniel Jones</a>, his chances have improved even more with the return of a key offensive weapon.



On Saturday, the Colts announced that Tyler Warren is good to go for Sunday’s game against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tennessee Titans</a>. The tight end had been listed as questionable with a toe injury but is now cleared to play in Week 3.



Warren was the 14th overall pick by the Colts in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nfl-draft" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL Draft</a>. The star tight end has impressed many with his spectacular catches, and now he could be the difference-maker in helping Indianapolis secure another win and move to 3-0.



<h2>Tyler Warren is on pace to be Offensive Rookie of the Year</h2>



It’s not an overreaction to suggest that, after just two games, Tyler Warren could become the 2025 OROY. He entered the league with high expectations and, so far, he’s living up to the hype.



Warren has already developed strong chemistry with Daniel Jones. The rookie tight end has become one of the quarterback’s most reliable targets, giving Jones the kind of safety net every new QB in town needs.


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Through two games, Warren has recorded 11 receptions for 155 yards, averaging 14.1 yards per catch. While he hasn’t found the end zone yet, it feels like only a matter of time before he scores his first touchdown.



One of his breakout performances came against the Denver Broncos, a team with an elite defense. That showing alone has fans believing Warren might end up being one of the biggest steals of the 2025 draft.



<h2>A star-studded offense for Daniel Jones</h2>



Tyler Warren isn’t the only offensive weapon thriving in Indianapolis. Daniel Jones has a loaded supporting cast, making the Colts a potential underdog threat in the AFC.


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With Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman Jr., Alec Pierce, Josh Downs, and now Warren, Jones has no shortage of talent around him. The question is—can this Colts offense continue to surprise and carry the team all the way to the playoffs?


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts">Indianapolis Colts</a> are off to a terrific start after they won their first two games of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. After the sad death of long-time owner Jim Irsay, Carlie Irsay-Gordon took over as the new franchise leader.&nbsp;



They are enjoying success fast, with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-jones">Daniel Jones</a> taking them to their best season start since 2009, when they were also 2-0 after two games. Jones is balling with 45 completions on 63 pass attempts for 588 yards and two touchdowns. Additionally, he’s rushed the ball 13 times for 28 yards and three scores.&nbsp;



Everything is being overseen by Irsay-Gordon, who is learning all she can about the franchise and the Xs and Os of the game. She has made multiple appearances on he sideline this season, catching a lot of attention.&nbsp;



<h2>Daniel Jones supports new Colts owner’s sideline routine&nbsp;</h2>



Talking with Kay Adams on her “Up &amp; Adams” show on Wednesday, Jones discussed Irsay-Gordon’s sideline appearances. He shared his excitement to see the executive show interest in learning as much as possible about the team and how it prepares for every game.&nbsp;



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“You can tell she is very, very intentional on trying to learn what’s going on, the game plan week to week, and kind of what we’re trying to do what we need to do to execute,“ Jones said. “And, it’s been impressive to me that she, she does that. And, I think, a lot of people can sense how hard she works at, at preparing, knowing kind of what we’re doing to prepare each week.”


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Irsay-Gordon became the team’s CEO in June alongside her sisters, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson. She was seen wearing a headset and taking notes during the Colts games, drawing mixed reactions from fans in the process.&nbsp;

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Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark might be sidelined due to a season-ending hamstring injury, but that hasn’t stopped the former No. 1 overall pick from supporting her team and the Indianapolis Colts now that the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/">NFL</a> season has begun.&nbsp;



Clark made appearances at Colts games last season, and she might be planning to visit them again at some point this campaign. Meanwhile, she’s watching Daniel Jones and Co. bounce back after an underwhelming 2024 season.&nbsp;



The second-year guard watched the Colts start an NFL season 2-0 for the first time since 2009. The matchup against the Denver Broncos came down to the wire, with running back Jonathan Taylor completing a 68-yard sprint that put his team closer to the victory.&nbsp;



<h2>Caitlin Clark celebrated Jonathan Taylor’s big play against the Broncos&nbsp;</h2>



After the Colts secured the 29-28 win thanks to a last-second field goal, Clark sent a message to Taylor and the Colts on social media.&nbsp;



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“Jonathan Taylor is like that.. Big win for the Colts !!!” Clark wrote.&nbsp;



Taylor finished the game with 27 touches for 215 yards and a touchdown. The Colts put on a fight against the Broncos to win their second consecutive game of the season.&nbsp;



Daniel Jones continues to impress, as he posted 23 completions on 34 pass attempts for 316 yards, one touchdown passing and a passer rating of 107.0. The former New York Giants quarterback added six carries for a 2-yard gain and one touchdown rushing.&nbsp;



The Colts have played at a high level to start the season, first dominating the Miami Dolphins and then holding off the Broncos for another win. They will clash with the Tennessee Titans in Week 3 in a duel that looks very favorable for Indy.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-broncos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Denver Broncos</a> practically had their Week 2 game won against the Indianapolis Colts. They forced the home team to nail a 60-yard field goal to win it, and they missed. However, an ill-timed leverage call made the Colts kick a 45-yard field goal, which was scored. Hence, the Broncos went from potentially being 2-0 to ultimately finding themselves at 1-1. Sean Payton took some responsibility for it.



According to the head coach who spoke with Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com, “We had a certain field goal block in the event of a game-ending field goal . . .But&nbsp;that’s on me&nbsp;in that situation.” He took accountability for not changing the call given the length of the field goal. “It’s not on [special teams coach Darren Rizzi], it’s not on Tillman. A 60-yard field goal attempt is different . . . The alignment got wrong and the [officials’] call was correct.”



A 60-yarder is extremely difficult to hit, not many can do it. Shrader, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Colts</a> kicker, is entering his second year in the NFL and hasn’t missed yet. He’s scored 14 out of 14 field goals and 14 out of 14 extra points. However, he had never attempted a field goal of 50+ yards. In fact, if the leverage call didn’t get flagged, the kick went very wide.



<h2>Is Bo Nix suffering a sophomore slump?</h2>



Even if they lost on an anomaly, one thing is for sure, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bo-nix" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bo Nix</a> is not looking like the guy who finished last season guiding the Broncos to the playoffs. He has struggled in both games and even threw an awful pick in this game that gave the Colts the chance to come back.



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Nix has thrown four touchdowns and three interceptions. While he played better against the Colts than he did against the Titans, Nix is not showing the level he had in 2024.


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<h2>What’s next for the Broncos?</h2>



The Broncos will visit tough divisional opponents in the Chargers next week. Then, they face the Bengals without Joe Burrow, which is good news for them. They start October by visiting current-champs Eagles.



This team has the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> playoffs as its goal, so it can’t be trading away games. The AFC West is a merciless division with four very good teams, all vying for a postseason appearance. Hence, there is no room for error.

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