The Indianapolis Colts were a force offensively on Sunday, led by quarterback Anthony Richardson. Running back Jonathan Taylor and quarterback Daniel Jones led the charge. Taylor had three touchdowns and 102 yards on 17 carries. In doing so, he proved himself to be a key ingredient to their success as a team. The Colts’ offense has been lethal this year, racking up 103 points in their first three games, the most since 1967.
Taylor’s impressive performance included remarkable runs of 68 and 46 yards in his last two games, demonstrating his explosive capability. In 2021, he took the NFL by storm, leading the league in rushing with a franchise-record 1,811 yards. He’s still producing that jaw-dropping level of talent today. Most improbably, Taylor hasn’t tossed a pick with Jones under center. This remarkable stretch has contributed to the Colts’ perfect 2023 season – no team has committed fewer than five turnovers than the Colts.
The Colts have been efficient with their offensive possessions, scoring on 77% of them this season, successfully converting 20 of 26 attempts. That successful rate is the best in the league, and as a result, they find themselves as one of the most effective causes in the league.
Colts QB Daniel Jones provided the spark. Daniel Jones was an essential part of the Colts’ offensive gameplan. He made quick decisions, going 18-for-25 passing for 228 yards and a touchdown. Specifically, he was 7 for 9 for 130 yards on passes thrown more than ten yards beyond the line of scrimmage. It helps that Jones leads the NFL in yards per attempt, with an incredible 9.3 yards per attempt average.
Taylor’s fitness Coach Shane Steichen was full of admiration for Taylor’s performance of late, saying, “He’s been playing at a super-high level right now. This sentiment is an indicator of the positive shift in perception surrounding Taylor’s impact on this young roster.
Taylor said keeping a focus on collaboration is critical, even when everyone is meeting their goals. As he wrote, “Everyone at every level will have their turn when they will need the team to go big.” His angle serves to highlight the joint-passion that has propelled the Colts and their success.
In addition to his rushing touchdowns, Taylor celebrated one of his scores with a dance inspired by rapper Lil Yachty, showcasing his vibrant personality on the field. After he scampered off for a 46-yard touchdown run, he had the fans buzzing as he broke out his patented celebration.
Taylor took some time to explain what makes it tough for defenses to contend with the Colts’ high-paced offensive attack. If I was a [defensive] coordinator, I would be kind of pulling my hair out. His perspective comes to life through the lens of all of the frustrated defensive teams who will struggle to keep such a dynamic offense under control.
The blend of Taylor’s rushing prowess and Jones’ sharp passing has produced a lofty bar to clear for the Colts as they look to build momentum going forward. The collaborative team is just getting started on their accomplishments and is looking to continue expanding their impact. Their execution and chemistry will be key if they are to find success this season.
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