The Colts were overwhelmed in a 42-7 loss to the Jaguars, falling to 2-6 in their first game without Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner. Jacksonville built a 28-0 halftime lead, fueled by big plays and two Colts turnovers, including a 92-yard interception return for a touchdown.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Jaguars 42, Colts 7.
  • Indianapolis fell to 2-6; Jacksonville’s 35-point win tied its largest margin of victory over the Colts.
  • Daniel Jones completed 19 of 28 passes for 144 yards, with one touchdown and two interceptions.
  • The Colts averaged 3.4 yards per play in the first half and trailed 28-0 at halftime.
Yes, But

Indianapolis showed a little life after halftime: Chris Rodriguez Jr. scored on a 28-yard run, and Jones connected with Josh Downs for the Colts’ only passing touchdown. But the response came with Jacksonville already holding a commanding lead.

State of Play
  • The loss leaves the Colts at 2-6 after a turnover-heavy, low-production performance.
  • Jacksonville’s EverBank Stadium will close for renovations next season, so the Colts won’t return there until 2028.
Bottom Line

The Colts’ first outing without two key veterans exposed how much ground they have to make up: Jacksonville controlled the game early, and Indianapolis never threatened to recover.