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Colts' Historic 3-0 Start Fueled by Jones' Record-Breaking Performance

9/23/2025

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Summary

Colts Dominate Start

Colts go 3-0, their first time since 2009, led by Jones.
Jones: 816 passing yards, three TDs, no turnovers—first in the Super Bowl era to do this in three games.
Under coach Shane Steichen, Jones shows improved decision-making.
Colts total 103 points in three games, most since 1967, and one punt; Jonathan Taylor leads the NFL with 338 yards.

Summary

Giants Struggle Continues

The New York Giants dropped to 0-3 after a 22-9 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart gains support as a potential starter amid the team's struggles.
Running back Cam Skattebo totaled 121 yards and two touchdowns in the latest game.
Critics fault the game plan and Nabers' underuse; Nabers had two catches versus the Chiefs.

History

Historical Context

The NFL adopted a playoff format in 1967, reshaping team strategies and performance. The Indianapolis Colts, under coach Shane Steichen, scored 103 points in three games during the 2023 season, their highest since the format's introduction. Conversely, the New York Giants' struggles with rookie quarterbacks, like Jaxson Dart, highlight ongoing challenges in the league, suggesting evolving dynamics in team strategies.

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Colts Dominate Start

Colts go 3-0, their first time since 2009, led by Jones.
Jones: 816 passing yards, three TDs, no turnovers—first in the Super Bowl era to do this in three games.
Under coach Shane Steichen, Jones shows improved decision-making.
Colts total 103 points in three games, most since 1967, and one punt; Jonathan Taylor leads the NFL with 338 yards.

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