Colts vs. Jaguars primer: Keys to the NFL Week 6 matchup
The Indianapolis Colts face the first of two straight AFC South opponents when the Jacksonville Jaguars visit in NFL Week 6 action.
The Colts (2-2-1) have extra time to prepare after posting an odd 12-9 overtime victory over the Denver Broncos in Week 5's Thursday night game. Chase McLaughlin earned AFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors after going 4-of-4 on field goals, 2 of them beyond 50 yards.
The Jaguars (2-3) have cooled after posting two early victories. They are coming off a 13-6 loss to Houston, the Texans' first victory of the season. Trevor Lawrence threw 2 interceptions, and Jacksonville was 0-of-3 on 4th-down plays.
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Colts vs. Jaguars: Home team rules
The Jaguars extended their home winning streak over the Colts (including one game in London) to eight games in Week 2, 24-0. Jacksonville dominated both sides of the line of scrimmage. The Colts played without receivers Michael Pittman Jr. and Alec Pierce, and quarterback Matt Ryan had 3 interceptions, and he was sacked 5 times. The Jaguars bottled up Jonathan Taylor. Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence used short dropbacks and quick releases, hitting Christian Kirk for 2 touchdowns. The Colts registered no sacks.
At Lucas Oil Stadium, the Colts have won the past four meetings, and eight of the past nine. The Colts beat the Jaguars 23-17 in November 2021. The Colts returned a blocked punt for a touchdown in the first quarter.
When do the Colts play the Jaguars?
The game is at 1 p.m. ET Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
How can I watch the Colts vs. the Jaguars?
The game will be on CBS, with Andrew Catalon on play-by-play, James Lofton with analysis and Amanda Renner with sideline reporting. The game is also available on the NFL+ app.
How can I listen to the Colts vs. the Jaguars?
The game can be heard on 93.5, 97.1 and 107.5 FM in Indianapolis, with Matt Taylor on play-by-play, Rick Venturi with analysis and Larra Overton with sideline reporting. The game can also be heard on SiriusXM Channels 228 and 813.
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What is the forecast for the Colts-Jaguars game?
Partly Cloudy skies and a high in the low 60s are forecast for Sunday in Indianapolis.
Will the roof be open for the Colts game?
The Colts say the Lucas Oil Stadium roof will be open for the game.
Are the Colts favored against the Jaguars?
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The Colts are 1.5-point favorites, according to Draft Kings. The over/under is 41 total points.
The Colts are 2-3 against the spread, covering in their wins. They have gone under in all their games. They are 0-2-1 overall as a favorite.
The Jaguars are 2-3 against the spread, covering in their wins, failing to cover in their losses. Three Jacksonville games have gone over, two under. The Jaguars are 2-2 overall as an underdog.
Colts injury report
Colts who are out because of injury: LB Shaquille Leonard (concussion, nose, back), DE Kwity Paye (ankle), RB Jonathan Taylor (ankle), RB Nyheim Hines (concussion); questionable: CB Tony Brown (concussion), S Julian Blackmon (ankle); on the injury report but with no restrictions: DE Tyquan Lewis (concussion), G Quenton Nelson (ankle, shoulder), DL Eric Johnson II (illness), C Ryan Kelly (hip).
WR Ashton Dulin was placed on injured reserve and will miss at least four games. Paye is considered "week-to-week" by coach Frank Reich, so he's unlikely to play.
Jaguars injury report
Jaguars who are questionable: WR Marvin Jones (hamstring), DL Folorunso Fatukasi (quadricep), DT Davon Hamilton (foot), WR Zay Jones (ankle), LB Foye Oluokun (calf).
Starting T Ben Bartch (knee) is out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. LB K'Lavon Chaisson is on injured reserve.
Colts-Jaguars vs. common opponents
The Colts and Houston Texans tied 20-20 in Week 1. The Texans beat the Jaguars 13-6 last week.
How bad is the Colts offense?
Indianapolis ranks last in the NFL in these categories: points per game (13.8), 4th-down conversion rate (16.7%) and rushing touchdowns (1). ... Matt Ryan has completed 65.6% of his passes for 1,376 yards, 5 touchdowns and 7 interceptions. He has been sacked a league-leading 21 times (9.7% of his dropbacks) and has fumbled an NFL-leading 11 times (losing 3). ... Jonathan Taylor has 328 rushing yards. He missed Week 5 with an ankle injury. ... Michael Pittman Jr. has 25 catches for 283 yards and 1 TD. ... The Colts have a -1.2 turnover margin per game (3rd-worst). ... The Colts defense is top 10 in these categories: points allowed (18.8, 10th), yards allowed (312.6, 8th), 3rd-down conversions (31.3%, 8th) and rushing yards allowed (3.4 per carry, 2nd; 96.6 per game, 4th). ... Zaire Franklin has 54 tackles. ... Kwity Paye has 5 tackles for loss, including 3 sacks. ... The Colts have not allowed any opponent to score in the fourth quarter.
Jaguars rely on their defense, too
Trevor Lawrence has completed 62.4% of his passes for 1,232 yards, 8 touchdowns and 4 interceptions. He has been sacked 6 times (3.2% of his dropbacks, 3rd-best protection in the NFL), and in three games, he has not been sacked (including against the Colts in Week 2). ... James Robinson has rushed for 286 yards and 3 TDs (including a 37-yarder vs. the Colts). ... Isaiah Jones has 22 catches, Christian Kirk has 338 receiving yards and 3 TDs (2 vs. Colts). ... The Jaguars are top 10 in the NFL in these defensive categories: points allowed (16.0, 4th), yards allowed (313.8, 9th), rushing yards allowed (3.7 per carry, 4th; 98.2 per game, 6th), interceptions (7, 3rd). ... Devin Lloyd has 49 tackles. ... Josh Allen has 5 tackles for loss, including 3 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles.
Jaguars connections to Indiana
Offensive lineman Coy Cronk, a Lafayette Central Catholic alum and former Indiana player, is on the Jaguars practice squad.
Colts tickets
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