The Indianapolis Colts ended their three-game losing streak with a Week 11 victory over the New York Jets, led by Anthony Richardson in his return to the starting lineup.
In the short term, the win helps keep the Colts' playoff hopes alive in the AFC. But bigger picture, which included two late touchdown drives, provides long-term hope and shows what an impactful player he can be.
However, Richardson wasn't the only standout player in Sunday's win. Let's take a look at some others who also played key roles.
QB Anthony Richardson
As we just mentioned and as you all saw, Richardson orchestrated two late touchdown drives to help the Colts secure the win. Overall, he was much more efficient in the passing game on the short to intermediate routes, had command and often threw in the rhythm of the game. Richardson completed 20 of 30 passes for 272 yards and added 32 more rushing yards on the ground for a total of three touchdowns.
DE Kwity Paye and Laiatu Latu
It was a tumultuous day for this Colts' defensive end duo. According to PFF, Latu and Paye would total eight pressures and three sacks while combining for four tackles for a loss in the run game.
CB Jaylon Jones
It felt like Jones was all over the field in this one. He totaled five tackles, some of which were around the line of scrimmage, while in coverage Jones allowed just four completions on eight targets, according to PFF, and limited the pass catchers to just 36 total yards. He also had two pass breakups.
WR Josh Downs
Another week, another game in which Downs led the Colts in receptions. He caught all five of his targets in the game, totaling 84 yards, including a downfield completion of 31 yards and a touchdown. Downs currently ranks eighth among all receivers in Week 11 in PFF's Yards per Route Run metric, which measures a receiver's efficiency.
K Matt Gay
After all, in a game the Colts won by just one point, every kick from Matt Gay was crucial. He finished the game with all three field goal attempts, including one from 56 yards out that gave him fits last year, and Gay also made his attempt at an extra point.
