{"id":232926,"date":"2025-05-17T10:00:18","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T14:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=232926"},"modified":"2025-05-17T07:39:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-17T11:39:38","slug":"colts-schedule-analyst-predicts-horrible-2025-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2025\/05\/17\/colts-schedule-analyst-predicts-horrible-2025-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Colts Schedule: Analyst Predicts Horrible 2025 Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

Looking at the Indianapolis Colts\u2019 schedule, how many games will they win in 2025? They could win a lot of games and end their four-year playoff drought. But then again, they could wind up having a disastrous season. Bleacher Report\u2019s<\/em> Moe Moton<\/a> believes the Colts will finish with a horrible 4-13 record:<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Indianapolis Colts have a solid offensive line, an All-Pro running back, and a well-rounded group of receivers. Rookie tight end Tyler Warren<\/a> has a bright future. Yet the offense isn’t going to reach its full potential because of the team’s quarterback options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Following an 8-9 campaign, Indianapolis falls further below the .500 mark.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2025 projection: 4-13\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The Colts have too much talent to have a four-win season. But you never know, Moton\u2019s prediction could come true.<\/p>\n

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Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) pressures Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) during the first half at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind. on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Colts Schedule: Analyst Predicts Horrible 2025 Season<\/h2>\n

Much-Improved Defense<\/h3>\n

Indy\u2019s defense was far from spectacular in 2024. The unit ranked 29th in yards allowed. They did a great job this off-season, though, improving the defensive side of the football. In free agency, the Colts signed defensive backs Charvarius Ward<\/a>, Camryn Bynum, and Corey Ballentine.<\/p>\n

They also signed linebacker Joe Bachie<\/a> and defensive tackle Neville Gallimore. Then in the draft, Indianapolis selected defensive end J.T. Tuimoloa, cornerback Justin Wally, defensive tackle Tim Smith, and linebacker Hunter Wohler.<\/p>\n

This talented group of newcomers will join forces with quality defenders like DeForest Buckner, Kenny Moore II, and Jaylon Jones. If everything goes right, the Colts’ defense should be a much-improved unit in 2025.<\/p>\n

Offensive Playmakers<\/h3>\n

This off-season, the Colts offensive line took a few hits by losing Ryan Kelly and Will Fries. Both starters signed<\/a> with the Minnesota Vikings. Yet, the offensive line should still be okay<\/a>. Kelly and Fries\u2019 replacements, Tanor Bortolini and Matt Goncalves could step up and do a fine job.<\/p>\n

Indianapolis still has Jonathan Taylor<\/a>, one of the league\u2019s best running backs. Plus, the team possesses a solid wide receiver core. The group consists of Michael Pittman, Jr., Josh, Downs, and Alec Pierce, who is coming off a breakout season. Speaking of breakout seasons, 2024 second-round pick Adonai Mitchell could end up having one as well in 2025. Rookie tight in Tyler Warren could pull a Brock Bowers and put together a phenomenal rookie season in Indy.<\/p>\n

Quarterback, of course, is the Colts’ biggest question mark. Who will win the starting job: holdover Anthony Richardson<\/a>, or newcomer Daniel Jones? Both players were benched last season. Can the winner of the quarterback battle step up and have an outstanding season?<\/p>\n

Will the Colts Win More Than Four Games?<\/h3>\n

The Colts aren’t like the Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, or Buffalo Bills. In other words, they’re not expected to be a Super Bowl contender in 2025. However, they could still be a good team that either makes the playoffs or comes close to making the postseason.<\/p>\n

Sure, the Colts could win only four games. A lot of injuries and poor play can lead to that. However, expect them to win at least eight. Last year, they won eight games with a bad defense and Richardson and Joe Flacco<\/a> not playing like elite quarterbacks.<\/p>\n

Main Photo: Junfu Han – Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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