Date: Sunday, November 10, 2024
Venue: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
Broadcast: CBS
Betting Odds: Colts (+4.0)
Over/Under Total: 46.5
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Lucas Oil Stadium will be the battleground where the Indianapolis Colts (4-5) face off against the Buffalo Bills (7-2) this Sunday. The Colts enter this game as underdogs by 4.0 points, according to Bovada bookmakers, with a total points over/under set at 46.5.
The Buffalo Bills enter the matchup boasting a season record of 7-2. In their previous game, the Bills secured a narrow victory over the Miami Dolphins with a final score of 30-27. Josh Allen led the Bills in rushing, recording 7 yards on 2 carries. Ray Davis made significant contributions, averaging 35.0 yards per reception with a total of 70 yards on 2 catches. Allen completed 25 of 39 passes for 235 yards and 3 touchdowns, achieving a quarterback rating of 95.6, although he also threw 1 interception. Defensively, the Bills allowed 149 yards on 31 rushing attempts, yielding an average of 4.8 yards per carry. In the air, they gave up 25 completions on 28 attempts, totaling 224 yards and an impressive completion percentage of 89.3%. Overall, the Bills executed 58 offensive plays for 325 total yards and rushed the ball 19 times, accumulating 94 yards at an average of 4.9 yards per attempt.
Offensively, the Buffalo Bills are averaging 28.9 points per game. They rank 17th in the NFL with an average of 119.1 rushing yards per game. Throughout the season, Buffalo has amassed a total of 3,017 yards and 93 first downs, committed 57 penalties for 439 yards, and turned the ball over 4 times (2 interceptions and 2 lost fumbles). In terms of touchdowns, they recorded 17 through the air and 13 on the ground.
On the defensive front, the Bills have allowed 1,889 passing yards, placing them 19th in the league. They concede an average of 209.9 passing yards per game and maintain a completion percentage allowed of 68.2%. They have given up 11 touchdowns through the air and 6 on the ground. Overall, their total yardage allowed is 333.3 per game, ranking them 17th in the NFL. Opponents are rushing for an average of 4.8 yards per carry and 123.4 yards per game this season. The Bills rank 8th in overall defense, giving up only 19.2 points per game, with 1,111 rushing yards surrendered over 9 games this season.
The Colts arrive at this contest with a record of 4-5 for the season. In their last outing, they suffered a defeat against the Minnesota Vikings, finishing the game at 21-13. Quarterback Joe Flacco threw for 179 yards, completing 16 of 27 passes, with a QB rating of 63.7, including one interception and 6.6 yards per attempt. Running back Jonathan Taylor demonstrated a strong performance, carrying the ball 20 times for 105 yards with an average of 5.3 yards per carry. In the aerial attack, Josh Downs led the way with 6 catches for 60 yards, averaging 10.0 yards per reception. The Colts’ running offense averaged 3.6 yards per attempt, collecting a total of 68 yards on 19 attempts. They finished the game with a total of 227 yards on 46 plays for an average of 4.9 yards per play. Defensively, the Colts allowed a completion percentage of 82.9%, giving up 282 passing yards on 29 completions out of 35 attempts. They conceded 133 rushing yards on 32 carries, averaging 4.2 yards per rush.
The Indianapolis Colts have an average of 315.0 total yards per game, placing them 22nd in the league. Their rushing offense averages 121.3 yards per game, totaling 1,092 rushing yards this season. The Colts have faced 50 penalties, costing them 362 yards, which ranks 26th in the NFL. In passing, they have collected 1,743 yards for an average of 193.7 yards per game, also ranking 22nd. When it comes to scoring, the Colts are positioned 22nd in the league, averaging 20.9 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Colts have allowed 21.4 points per game, ranking them 12th in the NFL. They’ve given up 14 passing touchdowns along with an average of 233.8 yards per game, which places them 26th. This season, Indianapolis has surrendered 1,348 rushing yards (149.8 yards per game) with 7 rushing touchdowns. The Colts’ defense has been on the field for 614 plays, ranking 32nd in the league, and they’ve forced 15 turnovers (9 fumbles and 6 interceptions).
Who will prevail in the Bills vs. Colts matchup against the spread?
Free Prediction: Bet on the Colts +4.0
