The Indianapolis Colts season is just about over in terms of the importance of the games with just three contests remaining entering their Week 15 matchup with the New Orleans Saints.
As the Colts prepare for the primetime showdown on Monday night, the hopes of making the playoffs are essentially gone as Indy has a 2% chance of making the postseason. A loss against the Saints on Monday night will officially end the season—though most are already looking toward what the offseason might bring.
With three games remaining, the AFC South continues to be a tight race with two teams at the top. Here’s a look at the standings entering Week 15:
1. Houston Texans (8-5)
With a chance to keep their separation atop the division, the Texans blew it big time. At home against the Denver Broncos, the Texans got blown out 38-17. It was much worse before the Texans got a pair of touchdowns in garbage time.
The Texans hold the division lead due to their 3-1 division record but they are on the road against the Titans in Week 15.
2. Tennessee Titans (8-5)
The Titans have been surging ever since Ryan Tannehill took over under center. The offense is much better, and they have a legitimate shot at taking the division from the Texans. They are coming off of a dominating 42-21 win over the Raiders.
The Titans have a crucial home game against the Titans in Week 15—one that could determine the fate of the AFC South champion.
3. Indianapolis Colts (6-7)
After starting 5-2, the Colts have lost five of their last six games. That includes the 38-35 loss against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Jacoby Brissett had a solid game, but it wasn’t enough to keep up with the high-flying Bucs offense.
The Colts visit the Saints on Monday Night Football in Week 15. If they lose, they are officially knocked out of playoff contention.
4. Jacksonville Jaguars (4-9)
When it rains, it pours. This has been a lost season for the Jaguars, who took a 45-10 beating at home against the Los Angeles Chargers. The defense has regressed massively since the Jalen Ramsey trade, and Gardner Minshew hasn’t been able to bring any juice to a lifeless offense.
The Jaguars are on the road against the Raiders in Week 15.