Colts’ player of the game vs. Cardinals: QB Carson Wentz
Take away four starting offensive linemen and three defensive starters (including an All-Pro) and tell me how many teams can win against one of the better squads in the league. The Indianapolis Colts’ 22-16 win against the Arizona Cardinals was all about overcoming adversity. All of those qualities were shown by Carson Wentz tonight.
He finished 18/28 for 225 yards and two touchdowns. While his stat line may not jump off the page, Wentz made throws in the clutch when the Colts needed a big play.
The play of the game came in the fourth quarter when Wentz stepped up in the pocket and fired a missile to Dezmon Patmon in the back of the end zone. While Wentz made some frustrating throws Saturday night, he came through when it mattered and is one of the key reasons Indy came away with the victory.
Sitting at 9-6, the Colts can still win the AFC South. It will take some help, but this team has the ability to make some noise if they make the postseason. With Jonathan Taylor running the rock and Carson Wentz slinging it, this offense can compete against any defensive unit in the NFL.
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