The Indianapolis Colts (4-2) came out flat against the Cincinnati Bengals (1-4-1) on Sunday but found their groove to pull of a 31-27 comeback win at Lucas Oil Stadium.
With the win under their belt, the Colts will now enter their Week 7 bye with a 4-2 record set up for a big second-half schedule that includes some tough opponents like the Tennessee Titans (twice), Green Bay Packers, Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Colts got some vintage Philip Rivers on Sunday as the 38-year-old led a comeback that turned back the clock. Rivers finished 29 of 44 for 371 yards, three touchdowns, one interception and a 105.4 passer rating. He also averaged 9.5 yards per attempt.
The Colts got a huge game from wide receiver Marcus Johnson, who finished with five receptions for 108 yards. Tight end Trey Burton also had a big game catching four passes for 58 yards and a touchdown. He also added rushing touchdown.
The Colts are going to have play strong football in the second half as the schedule gets tougher, especially with five divisional games still to come.
But they have set themselves up to make a run with a 4-2 record entering the bye week.