Following the Indianapolis Colts’ performance against the Houston Texans, Pro Football Focus has had a chance to review the tape and has handed out their individual player grades.
So, which players on defense for the Colts received the highest marks?
As always, I’ll start by mentioning that PFF’s grading system is certainly not the be-all-end-all when it comes to player evaluation. It’s one metric and should be treated as such. But with that said, generally speaking, if a player performs well, PFF’s grades will reflect that.
Below is a look at PFF’s grading system to provide some context behind the numbers:
90.0+: Elite
80-89.9: High quality
70-79.9: Good
60-69.9: Above average
50-59.9: Average
40-49.9: Below average
39.9 or less: Poor
DE Dayo Odeyingbo
PFF grade: 89.8
Odeyingbo was excellent in this game. He was all over the field, impacting both the running and passing games. By PFF’s metrics, Odeyingbo finished the game with four pressures, including a sack, and three run stops, along a with a huge fumble recovery.
CB Jaylon Jones
PFF grade: 77.2
Jones continues to build upon what has already been a strong season for him. On three targets on Sunday, Jones allowed only one reception and gave up just five yards. He also had a pass breakup and CJ Stroud had a passer rating when targeting Jones of only 42.4.
DT Grover Stewart
PFF grade: 70.9
As he often does, Stewart impacted the run game, totaling six tackles, including two-stops. However, Stewart also got after the quarterback at a high rate as well, forcing four pressures, including a quarterback hit.
Honorable Mentions
S Julian Blackmon: 70.6
DT DeForest Buckner: 67.1
DT Taven Bryan: 66.1