The Indianapolis Colts have made a statement in their first international game, defeating the New England Patriots 10-6 in Germany. The Colts were able to pull off the victory behind a strong performance from rookie running back Jonathan Taylor.
Taylor was the star of the show, scoring the only touchdown of the game in the first quarter. He ran for a total of 101 yards on 18 carries and added another 23 yards through the air. He was able to make the most of his opportunities, finding the end zone on a four-yard run to give the Colts an early lead.
The Colts defense was also impressive, holding the Patriots to just six points and forcing two turnovers. They were able to keep Tom Brady and the Patriots offense in check, limiting them to just 229 total yards. The Colts were able to get pressure on Brady all game long, sacking him three times and forcing him into several errant throws.
The Colts were able to control the clock for most of the game, keeping the Patriots offense off the field and allowing their defense to rest. They ran for a total of 134 yards, with Taylor leading the way with 101 of those yards. The Colts also had success through the air, as Philip Rivers completed 19 of his 25 passes for 181 yards and no interceptions.
The Colts were able to come away with a hard-fought victory in their first international game. Taylor was the star of the show, but it was a total team effort that allowed them to come away with the win. The defense was able to keep Brady and the Patriots offense in check, while the offense was able to control the clock and put points on the board. It was a great win for the Colts and a great start to their international season.
