Colts Overpower Buccaneers 27-20, Stay in Playoff Hunt
Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss Combine for 155 Yards, Three TD Runs Against Tampa Bay's Defense
- Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss combined for 155 yards rushing and three TD runs against Tampa Bay, an opponent that had allowed just four scoring runs all season.
- The Colts' defense came up with a late turnover to preserve a crucial 27-20 victory over Tampa Bay, keeping Indy in the playoff hunt.
- Baker Mayfield of the Buccaneers injured his right ankle on the game's opening series, which forced Tampa Bay to settle for a field goal after having first-and-goal from the 1-yard line.
- The Colts' third straight win put them above .500 for the first time since September and begins the final six weeks with momentum and a favorable schedule.
- The Buccaneers are heading in the opposite direction after losing their fourth straight road games, this one with uncharacteristic defensive breakdowns and two devastating turnovers.