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The Indianapolis Colts delivered a powerful performance against the Tennessee Titans, winning 41-20 in Week 8. Running back Jonathan Taylor impressed with an 80-yard touchdown and three touchdowns overall, while quarterback Daniel Jones contributed significantly. This win secures the Colts’ place as the league’s highest-scoring team, putting them on track for postseason success and enhancing Taylor’s MVP candidacy.
Indianapolis – The Indianapolis Colts secured a commanding victory over the Tennessee Titans in Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season, largely thanks to a standout performance by running back Jonathan Taylor. Taylor dazzled fans with an impressive 80-yard touchdown run while contributing to his team’s 41-20 win, marking his second consecutive week scoring three touchdowns. This victory brings the Colts’ record to 7-1, putting them in a strong position as they lead the league in points per game.
In the game against the Titans, Taylor rushed for a total of 135 yards on 12 carries, adding two rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown to his tally. His total rushing yardage for the day stood at 153 yards, bolstering his season average and putting him on track for over 1,800 rushing yards by the end of the season. Taylor’s performance against the Titans was so remarkable it prompted chants of “MVP” from the Indianapolis crowd.
Colts quarterback Daniel Jones also played a pivotal role, passing for 272 yards and three touchdowns, further contributing to the team’s high-scoring performance. This win continues a four-game streak for the Colts during which they have averaged an impressive 36.7 points per game. With Taylor’s exceptional abilities showcased prominently, he has positioned himself as a frontrunner for the league’s Offensive Player of the Year award, despite the historical trend of non-quarterbacks facing challenges in winning the League MVP title since 2012.
Elsewhere in the league, the Denver Broncos displayed strong offensive capability by scoring on five of their first eight possessions in their game against the Dallas Cowboys. The New York Jets achieved their first win of the season while other AFC East teams—Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, and New England Patriots—also celebrated victories this week. The Bills’ James Cook III put on a spectacular display of his own, amassing 216 rushing yards against the Carolina Panthers, marking the highest single-game total by an NFL player since 2018.
As the day unfolded, Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles showcased his athleticism with a dominant performance against the New York Giants before exiting the game in the third quarter due to a groin injury. Additionally, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ defense excelled in their matchup against the New Orleans Saints, recording four turnovers and leading to a quarterback shift for the Saints, who benched Spencer Rattler in favor of rookie Tyler Shough.
In another notable game, the Packers emerged victorious against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a score of 35-19. Jordan Love guided the Packers by completing 29 of 37 passes for 360 yards and three touchdowns, while tight end Tucker Kraft turned in a career-high performance with seven catches for 143 yards and two touchdowns. The Steelers’ disappointing performance has raised questions about their foundation and prospects for playoff success.
The Ravens finally snapped their losing streak with a win over the Chicago Bears, led by Tyler Huntley’s efforts, while Tua Tagovailoa delivered an impressive outing for the Miami Dolphins, throwing four touchdown passes against the Atlanta Falcons.
As Week 8 concludes, the Colts solidify their status as the highest-scoring team in the league and continue to shine amid strong performances from their key players. Jonathan Taylor’s superb form is drawing attention not only from fans but also from analysts as he drives his team toward potential postseason success.
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- CBS Sports: Colts’ Jonathan Taylor Makes NFL History
- New York Times: Titans-Colts Score & Result Takeaways Week 8
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- Wikipedia: Indianapolis Colts
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