Colts Beat Falcons 31-25 in OT; Taylor Sets Rushing TD Record
In Berlin, Germany, the Indianapolis Colts secured a hard-fought 31-25 overtime victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, marking the NFL's first regular-season game in the country and bolstering Indianapolis's position atop the AFC South. Running back Jonathan Taylor delivered a franchise-record-breaking performance, rushing for 244 yards and three touchdowns on 32 carries, including the game-winning 8-yard score in overtime.
The Colts, now 8-2, entered the matchup on an international stage after a loss to Pittsburgh the previous week, leaning heavily on their ground attack to overcome Atlanta's defense. Taylor's dominance set the tone early, as he averaged 7.6 yards per carry and forced seven missed tackles, with 205 of his yards coming after contact. His 83-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter, the longest scoring play in the NFL this season, gave Indianapolis a brief lead and showcased the trust he has in his blockers. The Colts amassed 323 rushing yards as a team, their second-highest total in franchise history, with quarterback Daniel Jones adding 53 yards on the ground.
Atlanta, falling to 3-6 and extending a four-game losing streak, mounted a late rally to lead...