The Colts will travel for the season opener versus the Jaguars.

Analysis: The Colts draw a favorable matchup to start the year since the Jaguars plan to trot out undrafted rookie James Robinson as their starting RB and QB Gardner Minshew remains under center. Robinson could very well be good, but the Colts' defensive line is a tough way to start your NFL career. The Colts' front four should be considered one of the top units in the league after the addition of All-Pro DT DeForest Buckner. The team's secondary should take a step forward as well, as Rock Ya-Sin and…read more

The Colts traded a first-round pick for DT DeForest Buckner in April, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Buckner was an immediate upgrade for the Colts' defensive line since he has 19.5 sacks over the past two seasons, and DE Justin Houston -- 20 sacks in that span -- will carry over to this season, too. There are some concerns in the secondary outside of CB Kenny Moore (groin) and FS Malik Hooker, but the Colts are hoping for a second-year bump from 2019 second-round pick Rock Ya-Sin, and they signed veteran CB Xavier Rhodes to add some stability. This D/ST unit has loads of potential if the…read more

The Colts held the Panthers to six points and 286 total yards in Week 16's loss.

Analysis: The Colts' strong performance against the Panthers snapped a three-game streak of allowing more than 30 points, and they even tacked on three turnovers in the process. The Jaguars haven't been able to string together performances, either, failing to score more than 20 points in seven straight contests. Gardner Minshew is vulnerable, being sacked on 6.5 percent of dropbacks -- the 16th-most in the league -- but the Jags have coughed up just 19 turnovers this season. This should be considered a…read more

The Colts allowed 34 points and 424 total yards in Week 15's loss to the Saints.

Analysis: The Colts let up 30 or more points for the third consecutive week, but they failed to force a turnover in this contest. Now, they'll get a shot at rookie quarterback Will Grier, who has never played an NFL snap. Grier didn't have major issues with turnovers in college, and the Colts' pass defense isn't especially threatening, allowing 249.7 YPG -- 21st in the league. Still, the Colts have the linebacking talent to keep up with Christian McCaffrey to some extent, and Grier is bound to make some…read more

The Colts allowed 38 points and 542 total yards to the Buccaneers in Week 14's loss.

Analysis: Despite getting lit up on the scoreboard, the Colts D/ST actually finished seventh among defenses due to four turnovers and a sack. That's a typical Jameis Winston game, but they won't get that luxury against the Saints, who sport a league-low eight turnovers while Drew Brees is sacked on just 3.1 percent of dropbacks -- the best rate in the league. Given the Saints' high-octane offense, the Colts D/ST floor is damagingly low to any team with championship aspirations.

CB Kenny Moore's (ankle) status is uncertain for Week 14's matchup against the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Moore suffered this injury during Week 13's loss to the Titans, and if he's unable to go, the Colts' secondary could take a hit since Moore has allowed just 5.9 yards per target this season. This will be a low-floor play if that's the case, as the Buccaneers rank fourth in the league with 28.3 points per game and third with 39 passing attempts per contest. It's tough to hang with the likes of Chris Godwin and Mike Evans, but the Buccaneers also have the second-most turnovers (28) while Jameis…read more

CB Rock Ya-Sin (ankle) may play in Week 13's matchup against the Titans.

Analysis: Ya-Sin was able to practice in a limited fashion last week, so he appears to have a good shot at suiting up for this divisional contest. The rookie second-rounder has had his fair share of struggles this season, but he's an improvement over the replacement for sure, which is necessary against a suddenly explosive Tennessee pass offense. QB Ryan Tannehill has posted 9.2 YPA and a 10:3 TD:INT since taking over as the starter, although he's vulnerable against strong pass rushes with 14 sacks in…read more

The Colts allowed 13 points and forced a turnover in Week 11's win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: The Colts held their opponent under 20 points for the third time in four games and their fifth time this season. They'll now meet the Texans for a crucial divisional battle, as the Texans mustered 23 points and coughed up two turnovers to the Colts in Week 7. The Colts' secondary is in rough shape on short rest, though, as Pierre Desir can't seem to shake his hamstring injury and both Kenny Moore (shin) and Rock Ya-Sin (ankle) left this past Sunday's game and didn't return. That's three…read more

The Colts allowed 16 points and forced two turnovers against the Dolphins in Week 10's loss.

Analysis: The Colts' defense wasn't bad in this contest, but it definitely didn't help that QB Brian Hoyer threw three picks, leaving them with poor field position. If a better defense -- such as the Jaguars -- gets a hold of that many opportunities, they may be able to run a few back and impact the Colts D/ST value. It would definitely help if QB Jacoby Brissett (knee) was ready in time. Regardless, the Colts have the task of slowing down QB Nick Foles in his first game back from a shoulder injury.…read more