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Week 8

Weekly
Grade
Indianapolis Colts
6-2 238.34
221.62
 
VS
proj
Philadelphia Eagles
188.96 3-5
185.41

Indianapolis Colts overcome starter's goose egg, top Philadelphia Eagles, 238.34-188.96

Both teams were hampered by starters who put up 0 points, but Indianapolis Colts were able to persevere and earn the victory, securing a 238.34-188.96 win over Philadelphia Eagles. Indianapolis Colts never trailed in this one after taking an 11.50-point lead on Thursday behind Danielle Hunter (15 points). Gardner Minshew II (29.96 points) and Marlon Mack (16) led the charge for Philadelphia Eagles in the loss. Indianapolis Colts (6-2) will look to keep it rolling against Atlanta Falcons, while Philadelphia Eagles (3-5) will try to get back on track against Jacksonville JAGUARS.

Matchup Timeline

  Indianapolis Colts   Philadelphia Eagles

Inside the Matchup

Matchup Player of the Week

Against the Bills in Week 8, Cox scored 17.5 points to more-than-quadruple his 3.97-point projection. He made 6 tackles and to beat his projection by the second-highest percentage of any DT in the league this season. In Week 9, Cox and the Eagles will square off against the Bears.
Fletcher Cox

Top Player Comparison

Indianapolis Colts
Points
% of total points 238.34
1
Tevin Coleman
RB
37.8
10.82
15.9%
2
Jameis Winston
QB
26.34
22.81
11.1%
3
Miles Sanders
RB
22.8
6.97
9.6%
4
DeAndre Hopkins
WR
21.9
20.17
9.2%
Philadelphia Eagles
Points
% of total points 188.96
1
Gardner Minshew II
QB
29.96
21.71
15.9%
2
Marlon Mack
RB
16
13.68
8.5%
3
Za'Darius Smith
LB
14
8.43
7.4%
4
Jadeveon Clowney
DE
13
7.74
6.9%

Matchup Highlights

Sunday Early
There were players with highlight-reel moments for both teams early Sunday, after which Indianapolis Colts became the proud owner of a 153.44-133.86 lead. Jameis Winston had a 46-yard pass and a 43-yard pass for Indianapolis Colts, while Miles Sanders had a 65-yard touchdown run. Gardner Minshew II made the highlight reel for Philadelphia Eagles with a 70-yard touchdown pass.
Sunday Late
Both teams had players with big-time plays on Sunday afternoon, but after all the plays were accounted for, Indianapolis Colts owned a 224.44-145.46 lead. For Indianapolis Colts, Tevin Coleman had a 48-yard touchdown run. DeAndre Carter made the highlight reel for Philadelphia Eagles with a 46-yard catch.

Points By Position

  Indianapolis Colts   Philadelphia Eagles

StatSmack

Indianapolis Colts must have eaten their Wheaties this morning. They scored more points in this one (238.34) than their season average (221.38).
We heard scoring helps you win. Indianapolis Colts are doing a better job of that, averaging 221.38 versus Philadelphia Eagles's 194.46.
"Winning isn't everything" was probably said by someone who lost. Indianapolis Colts (6-2) have a better record than Philadelphia Eagles (3-5).
Even the computers think Indianapolis Colts have better players. Their projected average points is higher (228.41) than Philadelphia Eagles (213.27).
Indianapolis Colts don't let their opponents come within striking distance. They've got more blowout wins this season than Philadelphia Eagles (1 vs 0).
Indianapolis Colts play up to their potential, with fewer upset losses (0) than Philadelphia Eagles (2).
Well, there’s one stat in favor of Philadelphia Eagles - they’ve made more transactions (7) than Indianapolis Colts (3) this week. Too bad that itchy pickup finger didn't pay off.
By position, Indianapolis Colts have outscored Philadelphia Eagles at QB, RB, WR, DEF, and IDP this season.
Indianapolis Colts has a higher average scoring margin (21) than Philadelphia Eagles this season (-8).
The starters for Indianapolis Colts had more big plays in their NFL games this week (4) than the starters for Philadelphia Eagles (2).
Hey Philadelphia Eagles, want to see stats that favor your team? Well, try winning for a change, and see what the numbers have to say next week!

Next Week Preview

Indianapolis Colts
Indianapolis Colts (6-2) are set to go up against Atlanta Falcons (3-5) in Week 9. Indianapolis Colts might have to rearrange their lineup some with Alex Anzalone out on bye in Week 9. Atlanta Falcons won't have Devonta Freeman, Dante Fowler Jr., Todd Gurley II, Shawn Williams, Wil Lutz, Foyesade Oluokun, the Atlanta Falcons defense, Kenny Young, Brandin Cooks, or Alvin Kamara. Over the last three weeks, Indianapolis Colts have put up 208.85 points per game, while Atlanta Falcons have averaged only 159.29 per contest.
Philadelphia Eagles
Two teams sporting identical 3-5 records, 10th-place Philadelphia Eagles are set to face 15th-place Jacksonville JAGUARS next week. Philadelphia Eagles might have to shuffle the deck some with Eric Weddle out on bye next week. Jacksonville JAGUARS won't have the New Orleans Saints defense, Jalen Ramsey, or Takkarist McKinley.