Overview
- Indianapolis outlasted Atlanta 31-25 in overtime in Berlin to improve to 8-2, returning to the AFC’s top seed position, according to game reports.
- Gardner started at outside corner and logged six tackles with one pass defensed, narrowly missing a potential pick-six.
- Frequently aligned on Drake London when he lined up outside, Gardner’s coverage prompted Atlanta to move its top receiver inside to find targets.
- The Colts acquired Gardner from the Jets for two first-round picks and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell in a midseason deal.
- Indianapolis played without defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, who went on injured reserve with a neck injury, as the Falcons found early success running inside.