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If you’re in the yellow, you’ll get Colts vs. Bengals on TV

Those in the yellow will get the Colts and Bengals on CBS.

The Indianapolis Colts (7-5) are riding a four-game winning streak as they prepare to visit the Cincinnati Bengals (6-6) at Paycor Stadium for a Week 14 matchup.

Those in the yellow area of the TV map will get the game on the local CBS channel, courtesy of 506 Sports.

(Courtesy of 506 Sports)

Getting the call for the CBS crew this week will be Tom McCarthy (play-by-play), James Lofton (color commentary), Jay Feely (color commentary) and Tiffany Blackmon (sideline).

Both the Colts and the Bengals are right in the thick of the AFC playoff picture. The Colts currently hold the No. 7 seed while the Bengals are right there behind the quartet of 7-5 teams.

The Colts opened the week as slight road favorites, but it appears the lines may be shifting toward favoring the home team. Either way, this game will have heavy implications for the playoff picture.

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Colts’ power rankings roundup Week 14: The playoff push

Here’s where the Colts stand in the power rankings entering Week 14.

The Indianapolis Colts (7-5) are riding a four-game winning streak as we enter the final month or so of the 2023 season.

After taking a comeback overtime win against the Tennessee Titans in Week 13, the Colts are firmly in the AFC playoff race. With some big matchups highlighting the final five games, it should make for a thrilling final month of the season.

The majority of outlets have the Colts sitting in the mid-to-low teens. The best ranking entering this new week is at No. 11 with the worst ranking coming at No. 16.

Next to their ranking, the number in parentheses indicates the change from the previous week. A positive number means they’re moving up the power rankings.

Here’s where the Colts stand in the Week 14 power rankings:

AFC playoff picture Week 14: Colts enter the home stretch

Taking a look at the AFC playoff picture in Week 14.

The Indianapolis Colts are riding a four-game winning streak with five games remaining as they look to solidify their standing in the AFC playoff picture.

For the first time since 2018, the Colts went on the road to defeat the Tennessee Titans. It also marked the first time since 2018 that the Colts completed a season sweep over the Titans.

Now, it’s time to take a look at the updated AFC playoff picture entering Week 14:

Stock report from Colts’ 31-28 win over Titans

Taking a look at the stock report from the Colts’ win in Week 13.

The Indianapolis Colts (7-5) pulled off a 31-28 overtime win on the road against the Tennessee Titans (4-8) at Nissan Stadium.

Sweeping the Titans and winning in Nashville for the first time since 2018, the Colts are now riding a four-game winning streak with five games remaining in their playoff push.

Now, it’s time to take a look at how this game impacted the stock of a handful of players.

When taking stock of a player’s performance, it’s best to be fluid. A player’s stock will fall and rise throughout the season so none of this is set in stone. However, it is important to take note of the narratives and storylines taking place as the campaign progresses.

A player’s stock can be impacted by factors such as their performance or the type of snaps they receive during the games.

Here’s a look at the stock report for the Colts following the Week 13 win:

Colts’ snap count analysis from Week 13 win over Titans

Analyzing the Colts’ snap counts from Sunday’s win over the Titans.

The Indianapolis Colts (7-5) are riding a four-game winning streak for the first time since 2018 following a wild 31-28 overtime win against the Tennessee Titans (4-8) on Sunday at Nissan Stadium.

Coming back from a 17-7 deficit at halftime, the Colts fought their way to force overtime on the road. It wasn’t always pretty, and there certainly were moments when it appeared the winning streak was going to come to an end.

However, Shane Steichen’s squad continues to show fight, a testament to the culture that is being built quickly under the first-year head coach.

Here’s a look at the snap counts on offense, defense and special teams from the Week 13 win, followed by our analysis below:

How Twitter reacted to Colts’ 31-28 win over Titans

Take a look at how Twitter reacted to the Colts’ 31-28 win over the Titans.

In what was one of the weirdest games in recent memory, the Indianapolis Colts (7-5) defeated the Tennessee Titans (4-8) in overtime, 31-28, on Sunday at Nissan Stadium.

Sweeping the series against the Titans for the first time since 2018, it also marked the first time the Colts won in Nashville since that season. Thanks to some crucial plays on special teams and another stellar performance from Michael Pittman Jr., the Colts are now riding a four-game winning streak.

Here’s how Twitter reacted to the Week 13 win:

Studs and duds from Colts’ 31-28 win over Titans

Taking a look at the studs and duds from the Colts’ 31-28 win over the Titans.

The Indianapolis Colts (7-5) extended their winning streak to four games with a 31-28 overtime win against the Tennessee Titans (4-8) on Sunday at Nissan Stadium.

It wasn’t pretty throughout the game, especially as the Colts were down 17-7 coming out of halftime and then were forced to kick three consecutive field goals on their first three drives to open the second half.

But the Colts were able to prevail thanks to some big plays on special teams. They blocked two consecutive punts, one of which was returned for a touchdown.

Even after the Titans scored a field goal on their drive to open overtime, the Colts answered with a clutch touchdown to Michael Pittman Jr. (more about him below) to seal the win and sweep the season series against Tennessee for the first time since 2018.

Here’s a look at the studs and duds from the Week 13 divisional win:

Trio of Colts legends among 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists

Reggie Wayne, Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis are semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.

Former Indianapolis Colts defensive end Robert Mathis, wide receiver Reggie Wayne and defensive end Dwight Freeney are among the 25 modern-era semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.

This will be Wayne’s fifth time on the ballot. He has made it as a semifinalist every year (2020-2024) and a finalist in each of his first four years on the ballot (2020-2023). Wayne will get in most likely sooner rather than later. His resume speaks for itself. His 1,070 career receptions are more than 13 wide receivers already in the Hall of Fame. His 14,345 receiving yards are more than 14 wide receivers already in the Hall of Fame.

Those numbers are both 10th all-time among wide receivers in NFL history. Wayne was a six-time Pro Bowler and was a First-Team All-Pro selection in 2010. He also holds the Colts’ franchise record for career games played (211). His 1,070 career receptions, 14,345 career yards and 82 career receiving touchdowns are all the second-most in franchise history behind Marvin Harrison.

This is Mathis’ third time on the ballot and the third time he’s reached the semifinalist stage of the process (2022-2024). Mathis is the Colts’ franchise leader in sacks (123) and NFL leader in forced fumbles (54), thanks to his elite strip-sack ability. He was a five-time Pro Bowler while earning an All-Pro nod in 2013 when he recorded a career-high 19.5 sacks. That also resulted in him winning the AFC Defensive Player of the Year Award.

This is Freeney’s second time on the ballot. It’s the second time he’s reached the semifinalist stage (2023) after being a finalist during his first year on the ballot). His 125.5 career sacks rank 26th all time while he was a three-time All-Pro First Team selection (2004-2005, 2009) and a seven-time Pro Bowler (2003-2005, 2008-2011).

Former Colts wide receiver Andre Johnson, who spent the 2015 season with the team, also is a semifinalist for the third consecutive year (2022-2024).

From here, the Pro Football Hall of Fame will announce 15 finalists in early January. The committee will vote, and the Class of 2024 will be inducted during the NFL Honors just before the Super Bowl. In August, the Class of 2024 will officially be enshrined in Canton.

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Colts’ gameday roster vs. Titans in Week 13

Taking a look at the Colts’ gameday roster, sorted by jersey number, in Week 13.

The Indianapolis Colts (6-5) will be looking to extend their winning streak to four games when they visit the Tennessee Titans (4-7) on Sunday at Nissan Stadium.

As it pertains to the roster, no major moves were made during the week of preparation for this crucial divisional matchup.

However, the Colts did elevate a running back and wide receiver from the practice squad for the game.

Here’s a look at the Colts’ gameday roster in Week 13, sorted by jersey number: