The Indianapolis Colts (4-2) will take on the Detroit Lions (3-3) in Week 8 as they look to keep pace in the AFC South. Kickoff will be at 1 p.m. ET. To prepare you for this game, here are five prop bets for the Colts you can make, courtesy of BetMGM.
5 Indianapolis Colts prop bet predictions for Week 8
Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9 a.m. ET.
RB Jonathan Taylor OVER 68.5 rushing yards (-143)
The Lions’ run defense can be exposed with an average of 131.8 rushing yards allowed per game. With a fully-healthy offensive line returning for this game, look for Taylor to have a ton of success on the ground.
The rookie should see 15-20 carries in this game and will have no problem clearing 68.5 rushing yards. With his speed, don’t put it past him to have multiple 20 or 30 yard runs in this contest.
QB Philip Rivers UNDER 273.5 passing yards (-115)
Teams are opting to run the ball on the Lions poot run defense, rather than throw it and that could lead to a lower-volume game for Rivers this week. Look for him to finish around 250 passing yards.
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WR T.Y. Hilton OVER 47.5 receiving yards (-115)
No player on the Colts needed the bye week more than Hilton. After dealing with a nagging hamstring issue, Hilton is finally healthy and appears ready to have a breakout game Sunday.
Look for Hilton to catch multiple passes beyond 20 yards and for the Over to hit on receiving yards with relative ease. Don’t be surprised if Hilton approaches 100 receiving yards for the first time this season.
Taylor to score and Colts to win (+120)
The Colts are -150 favorites to win this game, but if you want to increase those odds, consider taking the Colts to win and Taylor to score. In Taylor’s last five games, he has scored three touchdowns and is the team’s red-zone running back. Against one of the worst defenses in the league, Taylor is a good bet to reach the end zone once again.
TE Mo Alie-Cox as first TD scorer (+1400)
After missing the last few weeks with an injury, Alie-Cox is expected to be back in the lineup in Week 8. Whenever he has been healthy, he’s been one of River’s favorite red-zone weapons. At 14-1, he’s a strong bet to score the opening touchdown of the game. Consider sprinkling a few bucks on this bet as it could pay off greatly in Week 8.
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Also see:
- Colts at Lions odds, picks and prediction
- Colts’ Kemoko Turay showing flashes in practice (Colts Wire)
- Lions activate Justin Coleman from injured reserve (Lions Wire)
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