The Colts are ranked 11th in total defense (344.9 YPG) entering their Week 17 matchup with the Titans.

Analysis: Indianapolis had a lackluster showing against the Giants last week, allowing three touchdown drives of more than 70 yards while recording zero sacks and only one turnover. The Titans -- currently on a four-game win streak -- await in the regular-season finale, with the winner heading to the playoffs. QB Marcus Mariota sustained a stinger Week 16 and his status is up in the air, along with the the Titans' playoff hopes. The Colts are tied for 11th in takeaways (23) and could have a prime…read more

The Colts enter their Week 16 matchup with the Giants ranked 10th in the NFL in total defense (341.5 YPG).

Analysis: The Colts completely stifled the Cowboys in Week 15, limiting them to 292 total yards and delivering their first shutout of the season. The Giants themselves were shut out 17-0 by the Titans last week after averaging 35 points in the previous two games. Indianapolis is allowing an average of 12.2 points over the last five games and hasn't allowed more than 315 yards of offense in that stretch. Odell Beckham (quadriceps) may not be available, which would be a significant blow to New York's…read more

The Colts held the Texans to just 315 total yards of offense in last Sunday's 24-21 win.

Analysis: Surprisingly, Indianapolis' defense ranks near the top of the league spanning the last month. Over their last four contests, the Colts are yielding just north of 15.0 PPG. In each of those four games, Indy has kept their opponents to 315 yards or below. This week's tilt with Dallas could present some challenges for the Colts defensive front. Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott currently leads the NFL with 1,262 rushing yards and went for 113 yards during last week's win over the Eagles. If…read more

The Colts held the Jags to just 211 total yards of offense during last Sunday's 6-0 loss.

Analysis: Despite the loss, Indianapolis dished out quite possibly its best defensive performance of the season. While the defense isn't at a revered level just yet, this group isn't your father's Colts' defense either. Following Sunday's outcome, the Colts have now kept opponents under 10 points in three games this season. The pieces to build around are in place. All that's left is consistency. Sunday's test against Houston could bring about some challenges for the young group. The last time these two…read more

The Colts are yielding 17.0 PPG over their last two contests.

Analysis: Without sugarcoating it, Indianapolis' five-game win streak has been courtesy of Andrew Luck's stellar play under center. Sure, rookie linebacker Darius Leonard has been a bright spot for this defense, but the Colts' defense isn't exactly a unit that others fear come kickoff. The Colts are conceding 24.8 PPG, which isn't all too steep, but the bigger concern remains in the inevitable letdown. Indianapolis has proven to be vulnerable to defensive breakdowns every so often this season. The Jets…read more

The Colts are tied for fifth in the NFL with 19 takeaways heading into Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Analysis: Indianapolis has had its defensive troubles this season but is coming off one of their better efforts of the year as they held the Titans to 10 points and 263 yards while recording five sacks and a pair of turnovers last week. Meanwhile the Dolphins are set to get back starting quarterback Ryan Tannehill back from the shoulder injury that cost him the last five games. Tannehill's return makes this matchup a bit more of an unknown, but he did have eight giveaways through five games before…read more

The Colts boast the 26th-ranked scoring defense entering their Week 11 tilt with the Titans.

Analysis: The Colts are riding a three-game win streak but that's no thanks to their defense. Indianapolis has conceded at least 26 points in five of its last six contests and is yielding 376.2 YPG (23rd in NFL). While second-round draft pick Darius Leonard has proven to be worth every penny up to this point, the Colts have too many holes elsewhere. Unpredictable and unreliable, Indianapolis is probably worth avoiding if possible, despite a favorable matchup against a low-powered Tennessee offense.