nfl Game Recap< BACK

Colts Fall 27-26 Against Detroit - Game Recap

Tom Kennedy found the end zone for 2 TDs as Detroit defeated Indianapolis 27-26 on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Pre-Season Week 2 action.

The match was decisive in favor of Detroit, but bettors saw the game push as the margin of victory was the same as the closing point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 37.0.

Justin Jackson rushed for 54 yards, while Craig Reynolds added 37 yards in the win. Trinity Benson and Shane Zylstra added 44 and 34 receiving yards respectively.

D'vonte Price rushed for 13 yards for Indianapolis, while Phillip Lindsay added 8 yards. Sam Ehlinger threw for 136 yards for the Colts, while receivers Dezmon Patmon and Mike Strachan had 103 and 45 yards respectively.

Detroit outgained Indianapolis 332-291 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 24-13 by the Lions.

Indianapolis lost the time of possession battle 34:55-25:05, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Detroit looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Steelers. The Colts will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Tampa Bay.