The Indianapolis Colts (5-2) host the Baltimore Ravens (5-2) in Week 9 as both of these teams are currently fighting to stay alive in their respective divisions. 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.
Indianapolis Colts Week 9 prop bet predictions
Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:30 a.m. ET.
RB Jonathan Taylor UNDER 50.5 rushing yards (-118)
After huge expectations entering the season, the rookie Taylor has actually been a disappointment. He’s been outproduced by the likes of Nyheim Hines and Jordan Wilkins and just hasn’t been as effective as many hoped. In Week 9, he will face a tough test as the Ravens have one of the league’s best run defenses. Don’t expect him to have a ton of success and for the Colts to split up their backfield work between three different players.
QB Philip Rivers OVER 34.5 passing attempts (-167)
If the Colts can’t run the ball, look for them to put the game in the hands of their Pro Bowl quarterback. The Colts will utilize the short passing game and will look to put together long drives. Don’t be surprised if Rivers approaches 40 passing attempts in this one.
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RB Hines OVER 25.5 receiving yards (-115)
If Rivers does throw the ball a bunch in this game, look for him to target his running backs a ton. Hines is the team’s best option out of the backfield and should easily see five or more targets in this game. Hines is explosive and will have a mismatch against Baltimore’s linebackers. Look for him to catch three or four passes in this contest and easily exceed 25.5 receiving yards.
Rivers to throw OVER 0.5 interceptions (-134)
Nearly every week, Rivers has five or six passes that should be intercepted. Against a talented Ravens’ defense, expect them to get their hands on at least a few passes. Look for Rivers to potentially throw multiple interceptions in this game, especially if the team is forced to rely on him too much.
Hines to score 2 or more touchdowns (+700)
With how stout Baltimore’s defense is, look for the Colts to use Hines a ton out of the backfield and in the red zone. We have already seen how much Rivers likes targeting him in the end zone and this sets up as a strong week for Hines to potentially score multiple touchdowns. At +700, the odds are just too good to pass up.
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