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Kevin Hickey

AFC playoff picture: Where Colts stand entering Week 13

The Indianapolis Colts are just about at the quarter-pole of the season with five games remaining and a big matchup awaiting them in Week 13 against the Houston Texans.

The Big Picture

The Colts were drubbed by the Titans in Week 12, which put them back a bit in the AFC playoff picture. That said, they still control their own destiny following the loss. They have several winnable games coming up and can make a difference in a big way if they can finish the season strong.

This Week’s Talking Point

The Colts are on the road this week against the Texans. This will be a crucial matchup even though the latter is out of playoff contention. The Colts have to bounce back against their division-mates as to not fall too far in the playoff race. Bouncing back will show this team can move through adversity and still make a run with five games left.

We’ll Also Discuss

  • Will DeForest Buckner return from the reserve/COVID-19 list in time for the game?
  • Defending Deshaun Watson will be the top priority for the week.
  • How will the Colts get by if left tackle Anthony Castonzo can’t fight through an MCL sprain to play on Sunday?
  • Vintage Ghost on the way?

AFC Playoff Picture

1. Pittsburgh Steelers (11-0)
2. Kansas City Chiefs (10-1)
3. Tennessee Titans (8-3)
4. Buffalo Bills (8-3)
5. Cleveland Browns (8-3)
6. Miami Dolphins (7-4)
7. Indianapolis Colts (7-4)
In the hunt
8. Las Vegas Raiders (6-5)
9. Baltimore Ravens (6-5)

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