Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen reinforced his belief in defensive coordinator Gus Bradley despite a horrific defensive performance.
The Colts started the season by allowing over 250 yards rushing in each of their first two games, leading to an 0-2 start. Indy seemed to stop the bleeding against the run in their next two contests but allowed Caleb Williams and Justin Fields to each throw for over 300 yards. Despite giving up big afternoons through the air, the Colts captured back-to-back victories.and 37 points to the lone winless team in the NFL.
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Tank Bigsby breaks loose for a touchdown score against Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon during the fourth quarter Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. / Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Indy has seen a steady decline in their defense since Bradley was hired in 2022. The Colts' rankings in total defense have gone from 15th to 24th to last . Although the yardage has increased, the scoring defense has largely remained the same, going from t-28th to 28th to 25th .
Explosive plays were readily available for the Jags as well. Three plays of over 60 yards were given up by the Colts on Sunday, with two going for touchdowns. It is hard to win any game when the defense plays as poorly as Indy's at EverBank Stadium. Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator Gus Bradley on the sideline during late fourth quarter action at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. / Bob Self/Florida Times-Union / USA TODAY NETWORK
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