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Kravitz: Are the Colts willing to miss the playoffs because of misguided loyalty to a future Hall of Fame kicker? – The Athletic
Adam Vinatieri is the GOAT, but too often this season, he’s been the GOAT in Colts losses.

This Colts loss provides the proof: We are underappreciating Jacoby Brissett – The Athletic
It’s what Jacoby Brissett does not do that sometimes is most valuable for the Colts.

Colts vs. Dolphins: Adam Vinatieri, Eric Ebron, Brian Hoyer struggle in 16-12 loss
Colts lose to 1-7 Dolphins as tight end Eric Ebron, kicker Adam Vinatieri and quarterback Brian Hoyer struggle

Why Did The Colts Start Brian Hoyer, And Not Jacoby Brissett, Against Miami? | WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenter
For much of the week, the Colts thought Jacoby Brissett would be the starting quarterback on Sunday against the Dolphins. What changed?

Colts Lack Of Accountability With Adam Vinatieri Still Costing Them Games | WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenter
Through 9 games this season, Adam Vinatieri has missed 11 kicks. And the Colts deserve all the blame in continuing to trot out their inconsistent kicker.

Colts Notebook: Vinatieri miss again factors into loss | Sports | heraldbulletin.com
Adam Vinatieri’s missed extra point wasn’t the decisive factor in the Indianapolis Colts’ 16-12 loss Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.

5 Things Learned: Colts Face Numerous Questions After Embarrassing Loss To Dolphins | WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenter
In Week 10, the Colts (5-4) suffered an embarrassing loss to the Dolphins (2-7). What was learned from the 16-12 loss at home?

Colts vs. Dolphins: Colts aren't good enough to overcome Eric Ebron, Adam Vinatieri
The Indianapolis Colts have a problem at kicker and tight end, and are seeing a once-promising season slip away after 16-12 loss to terrible Dolphins.

Colts’ Quenton Nelson: On blaming himself for Jacoby Brissett’s injury, offensive line inconsistencies and losing to the Dolphins – The Athletic
They know dropping a home game to the Dolphins in November could come back to haunt them in late December with a playoff berth on the line.

Ready or not, Brian Hoyer unable to deliver in Colts’ loss | FOX59
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Jacoby Brissett’s sprained left knee kept him out of Sunday’s loss to the Miami Dolphins, and also undermined the preparation of Brian Hoyer. Tough, but true.


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