Wide receiver Calvin Austin III faces a matchup versus the 29th-ranked pass defense in the league (252 yards allowed per game) in Week 9, when his Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday at 1 p.m. ET.
When setting your fantasy football lineup this week, is Austin worth starting? For insights into his matchup against the Colts, we’ve got you covered.
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Calvin Austin III Week 9 Game Info
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From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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Each week during the season, I will be walking through the data from the previous Colts game and analyzing the numbers to form a sort of “what happened” narrative, as well as comparing the Colts against all other teams in the league. For a glossary of the stats listed, reference Season Stats. Thanks to Pro Football Reference, NFL.com, Pro Football […]
From Stampede Blue
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Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Colts fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Heading into Week 9, we want to know how you’re feeling after watching the team so […]
From Stampede Blue
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Jonathan Taylor Colts 1st AFC’s Offensive Player of Month since 2021! Should Ballard trade for QB?
From KentSterling.com
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The Indianapolis Colts (7-1) take a four-game winning streak into a matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers (4-3) on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Acrisure Stadium, and we have best bets recommendations.
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Best Over/Under Bet
O/U Pick: Over (50.5)
Out of eight games so far, the Colts have played five with more than 50.5 points scored, the point total for this week’s contest.
Three of the Steelers’ seven games ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor was named the AFC Offensive Player of the Month for October. The engine driving the NFL’s top offense capped off an astonishing four-game stretch with another phenomenal performance to reassert his status as one of the premier playmakers in the league. Taylor’s numbers in October were a nightmare against […]
From Stampede Blue
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The Steelers are trying to get back in the win column after two straight losses. To do so, they’ll have to beat one of the hottest teams in footbal in the 7-1 Colts. I spoke with Chris Shepherd of Stampede Blue ahead of the contest. 1. The Colts are one of the biggest surprises of the […]
From Behind the Steel Curtain
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First of all, let me thank the 550 readers who took the time to vote in the “Expectations for the next 3 weeks” poll. 550 is easily the most voters I have seen and I also want to say thank you to the 42 who took a minute to comment. To say that fans are […]
From Stampede Blue
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According to ESPN’s Ben Solak, the Minnesota Vikings should trade for Indianapolis Colts since demoted starting quarterback Anthony Richardson just ahead of the NFL’s trade deadline: If there was anywhere for the former 4th overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft to resurrect his early career, Minnesota would arguably be at the top of any […]
From Stampede Blue
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The Indianapolis Colts released their Wednesday injury report today for Week 8 of the NFL season against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Safety Nick Cross missed practice today with a shoulder injury. Cornerback Kenny Moore also missed practice today with an Achilles injury. Whilst cornerback Jaylon Jones was a full participant as he works back from a […]
From Stampede Blue
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Trey Hendrickson trade to Colts may hinge on Bengals v Bears result! Good injury news!
From KentSterling.com
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Each week during the season, I will be walking through the data from the previous Colts game and analyzing the numbers to form a sort of “what happened” narrative, as well as comparing the Colts against all other teams in the league. For a glossary of the stats listed, reference Season Stats. Thanks to Pro Football Reference, NFL.com, Pro Football […]
From Stampede Blue
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for their Week 9 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts, and their first practice report is a lengthy one, as several players are dealing with injuries. Most notably, tight end Pat Freiermuth popped up on the injury report with a quad injury and did not practice on Wednesday. He left […]
From Behind the Steel Curtain
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Fantasy Football Expert Justin Edwards looks at the current Fantasy Football Defense rankings and projections for Week 9.
“After eight weeks of NFL action, there are a number of surprises in the football landscape, and the fantasy football Defense rankings are reflecting that.”
2025 Fantasy Football Defense Rankings
*As always, the projections and rankings are courtesy of 4for4’s Fantasy Football Defense rankings !
# Team FF Pts 1 Colts 8.6 2 Patriots 7.5 3 Chi...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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Daniel Jones is steady on for Colts on Sundays – and for media on Wednesdays! The NFL MVP speaks!
From KentSterling.com
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I’m trying to get creative and think of a snappy intro, but what else can I say? This is the best offense in football. While this offensive production is impressive and borderline historic, it’s important to acknowledge that what everyone expected to happen in this matchup…pretty much happened. So let’s breakdown some of the Colts […]
From Stampede Blue
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The Chargers (5-3) are in the midst of their mini bye between last Thursday’s win over the Vikings and this week’s game against the lowly Titans (1-7). They’re coming off their most complete game in weeks to help right the ship following the lopsided loss to the Colts and a game against Tennessee is just […]
From Bolts From The Blue
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According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano (subscription), the Indianapolis Colts still seem like a logical trade destination for Cincinnati Bengals reigning All-Pro pass rusher Trey Hendrickson—even with their current caveat that “Cincinnati has no plans to trade Hendrickson right now”: “Up to this point, the Bengals have rebuffed trade inquiries, and sources have […]
From Stampede Blue
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We have seen plenty of surprises in the 2025 NFL season. We are entering week 9 with tons of great games on tap. Which teams have the best ATS records? Let’s take a look.
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NFL Against the Spread Records
(The Colts have covered six of their eight games in 2025. Photo: Christine Tannous-USA TODAY Sports)
The Colts and Patriots have been the best in the NFL against the spread so far in 2025. Each team has covered six of its eight ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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Indianapolis, IN — Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard has always had a knack for drafting offensive line talent. From one of the easiest choices of all time in selecting guard Quenton Nelson at the top of the draft to finding gems on Day 3 (Rounds 4-7), such as current starting center Tanor Bortolini and […]
From Stampede Blue
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The “Steel Curtain” from the seventies is showing its age in 2025 as the once vaunted defense from Pittsburgh is in need of some patch work. Unfortunately for them, they are facing a pair of shears in the Indianapolis Colts offense. Daniel Jones and co. are currently on a tear and are taking no prisoners […]
From Stampede Blue
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Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor is almost midway through a monstrous rushing campaign, in which he’s not only the clear frontrunner for NFL Offensive Player of the Year but a bona fide NFL MVP candidate for the league’s most prestigious individual annual award. One that has recently been reserved for elite quarterbacks during […]
From Stampede Blue
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Pittman most under appreciated Colts! IU Footbal keeps head – spread grows! Pacers tonight!
From KentSterling.com
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In Week 9 (Sunday at 1 p.m. ET), running back Kenneth Gainwell and the Pittsburgh Steelers will meet the Indianapolis Colts, who have the eighth-ranked rushing defense in the NFL (93.1 yards allowed per game).
Is Gainwell a worthwhile starting option in fantasy this week? Keep scrolling as we break down his upcoming matchup against the Colts.
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Kenneth Gainwell Week 9 Game Info
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From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
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Thanks to the nflFastR project, Pro Football Focus and NFL NextGen Stats for the timely sources of data. For those of you new to this, I will publish key QB stats each week judging how well the Colts’ QB performed. Yes, O-Line, receivers, and play-calling impact these numbers but they are primarily QB measures. I will probably modify the […]
From Stampede Blue
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