nfl Game Recap
Colts Down Minnesota 28-11 - Match Report
The Vikings had no answer for Jonathan Taylor on Sunday as the Colts rolled to a 28-11 win at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Colts were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 49.0.
Jonathan Taylor rushed for 101 yards, while Jordan Wilkins added 40 yards in the win. Mo Alie-Cox and Michael Pittman Jr. added 111 and 37 receiving yards respectively.
Dalvin Cook rushed for 63 yards for Minnesota, while Alexander Mattison added 13 yards. Kirk Cousins threw for 113 yards for the Vikings, while receivers Justin Jefferson and Adam Thielen had 44 and 31 yards respectively.
Minnesota lost the offensive yardage battle to Indianapolis 354-175 yards in Sunday's game. Indianapolis had more first downs as that total ended up 24-12.
Minnesota lost the time of possession battle 38:25-21:35, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Next game, Indianapolis takes its act home to face New York looking for another win. For Minnesota, they head home to face Tennessee.