The Indianapolis Colts (8-7) were defeated 29-10 by the Atlanta Falcons (7-8) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday.
Despite the Colts scoring a touchdown on the opening drive, it all fell apart after that. The defense struggled all day stopping Taylor Heinicke and the Falcons offense. Tackling was optional for the Colts defense apparently as they failed to come through in several situations.
This is a bad beat for the Colts, who are supposed to be a playoff contender. The absence of Michael Pittman Jr. was obvious, especially in money situations on third down.
Here’s everything we know from the Colts’ loss in Week 16: