AFC Update

The Indianapolis Colts took a major step toward the AFC South crown by overcoming a (14-0) deficit and beating the Tennessee Titans (30-27).

The odds-makers got it right as the Colts were 3 point favorites. Conversely, I am (0-1) this week as the game was high scoring.

The Colts have three interesting road games left starting next week at Arizona vs the surprising (5-4) Cardinals. I project the Colts to be the AFC three seed and while likely at least a year away, could be a viable threat this season.

One team the Colts hope to catch are the New England Patriots, who lead Indy by a half game in the overall AFC standings.

This week after their bye, the Patriots play on Monday night at the Carolina Panthers. Next Sunday night the Pats host the Broncos. (NBC, taking advantage of its option to choose the top game for prime time viewing, again took the marquee game from CBS, hence the game was moved to a night start). On paper, at least, two tough games for New England.