The Indianapolis Colts have become the NFL’s latest fascination. After a 7-2 start, the team has shifted from a surprise story to a national talking point, with every network questioning whether the Colts’ early surge is truly sustainable.
NFL on ESPN took to its official X (formerly known as Twitter) account, sharing a clip of analyst Peter Schrager explaining how the league’s perception has changed. The post perfectly captured the rising tension surrounding the identity of this Colts team heading into a pivotal stretch.
“What are the Colts? They got their flowers the first two months, now everyone is watching them.”
“What are the Colts? They got their flowers the first two months, now everyone is watching them.”@PSchrags believes we will learn who the Colts are after the next three games pic.twitter.com/YTrVxsd4Cc
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) November 3, 2025
The comment marked a turning point. Once seen as overachievers, the Colts are now under the microscope. Head coach Shane Steichen has led a balanced, high-scoring offense built around rhythm, discipline, and situational execution. The formula has produced statement wins — but also exposed flaws that opponents are now eager to test.
Quarterback Daniel Jones has been central to that conversation. After a resurgence under Steichen, Jones has delivered over 2,400 passing yards and 14 touchdowns through nine weeks, but his decision-making under pressure remains a concern. Protecting him has become the team’s defining challenge as they navigate a crucial three-game stretch — facing the Atlanta Falcons overseas in Week 10, resting during their Week 11 bye, and then taking on the Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans in Weeks 12 and 13.
Meanwhile, Jonathan Taylor has powered the offense with one of the league’s most explosive rushing stretches, scoring 14 touchdowns in eight games. The consistency from Taylor has turned the Colts’ backfield into a weapon and forced defenses to stack the box — a risk that opens passing lanes if Jones stays composed.
The Colts have earned national attention for their resilience and volatility. Every week feels like a new test of identity — whether they’re built to sustain success or still learning how to handle the pressure that comes with expectation.
The upcoming November stretch for the Colts will reveal whether they are legitimate AFC contenders or early-season illusions. As Schrager put it, the question is no longer how far they’ve come — it’s whether they can stay there.
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