NFL Colts’ snap count analysis from Week 9 win over Panthers
The Indianapolis Colts (4-5) defeated the Carolina Panthers (1-7) on the road by a score of 27-13 in Week 10 to end their three-game losing streak.
In what was a stong defensive effort from Gus Bradley’s unit, that side of the ball was the true reason Indy came out with a victory. The offense struggled to put together drives and played it safe during the second half when they got a big lead.
Here’s a look at the snap counts on offense, defense and special teams from the Week 9 win, followed by our analysis below:
Total plays
Offense: 61
Defense: 71
Special Teams: 28
Offense
Analysis
RB Jonathan Taylor saw a season-high 74% snap share while Zack Moss took a back seat playing a season-low 21% snap share.
With WR Josh Downs dealing with a knee injury, Isaiah McKenzie replaced him, playing 44% of the snaps.
After TE Drew Ogletree exited the game with an injury, Mo Alie-Cox led the position in snaps with a season-high 51% snap share.
Defense
LB Segun Olubi played every snap in replacing the injured Zaire Franklin.
Meanwhile, LB Shaquille Leonard remained on a limited snap count, playing just 55% of the snaps.
CB Darrell Baker Jr. played 100% of the snaps as the No. 3 cornerback.
Special Teams
Analysis
LB Grant Stuard (82%) led all Colts players in special teams snaps.
LB E.J. Speed (79%), CB Chris Lammons (75%), S Nick Cross (68%) and S Trevor Denbow (62%) also saw significant snaps.
