The Indianapolis Colts (6-7) were defeated 38-35 in a thrilling battle against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-7) on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.

The game was over when…

…The Colts couldn’t convert a fourth-down attempt with 1:45 remaining in the game.

Game Balls

WR Marcus Johnson: Making big plays all day, Johnson caught three passes for 105 yards and a touchdown.
LB Darius Leonard: The engine of the defense, Leonard had two interceptions (one for a touchdown) and nine tackles.

35 points are the most the Colts have scored all season.
The defense also allowed the most points (38) and total yards (535) they have all season.
Replacing the injured Adam Vinatieri, Chase McLaughlin was 2/3 on field goals and made three extra points.
Jameis Winston is the first 400-yard passer against the Colts this year.
The Colts backfield combined for 18 carries for 40 yards (2.2 YPC).
The Colts have now lost five of their last six games.
Sitting at 6-7, the chances for the Colts to make the playoffs are all but over with three games remaining.

WR T.Y. Hilton (calf), CB Kenny Moore (ankle) and K Adam Vinatieri (knee) were all inactive due to injuries.
CB Rock Ya-Sin (stinger) was ruled questionable in the fourth quarter but didn’t appear to return.

Up Next: The Colts are on the road again visiting the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football in Week 15.