The Indianapolis Colts (6-5) were defeated 20-17 by the Houston Texans (7-4) on Thursday night at NRG Stadium.

The game was over when…

…The Colts couldn’t convert a fourth-down attempt with 2:49 left. The Texans then ran the clock out.

Game Balls

CB Kenny Moore: He gave up a big play to Will Fuller, but he also had an interception and a big pressure on a blitz. He also made some plays near the line of scrimmage.
RB Jonathan Williams: It wasn’t always pretty, but Williams churned out a solid outing taking 26 carries for 104 yards and a touchdown.

The Colts finished with just 129 passing yards.
The Colts allowed Will Fuller and DeAndre Hopkins to combine for 13 receptions for 234 yards and two touchdowns.

The Colts are now 3-1 against AFC South opponents.
The Colts are now in second place behind the Texans in the AFC South.
The Colts uncharacteristically allowed big plays throughout the game, especially to DeAndre Hopkins and Will Fuller.
RB Nyheim Hines was efficient on his carries taking nine for 51 yards and an average of 5.1 per tote.
Colts WRs combined for four receptions on nine targets for 30 yards.
LB Darius Leonard appeared to force a fumble on the final drive but the booth didn’t review the play.
This is Jacoby Brissett’s fourth game without throwing a touchdown pass.

WR Parris Campbell (hand), RB Marlon Mack (hand), CB Shakial Taylor (ankle), CB Rock Ya-Sin (ankle) and S Khari Willis (concussion) were all inactive due to injuries.

Up Next: The Colts return home to host the Tennesse Titans (5-5) at Lucas Oil Stadium