Colts Hold Off Titans to Get Third Win of Season

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NASHVILLE, TN.–The Indianapolis Colts overcame a seven-point deficit to knock off the Tennessee Titans on Sunday in Nashville 20-17.

The Titans took the lead at 17-10 on a 23-yard Tony Pollard touchdown run with 6:19 left in the third quarter. The Colts scored the next 10 points to seal the victory.

Matt Gay knocked through a 22-yard field goal. The Colts took the lead for good on a 10-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Joe Flacco to wide receiver Michael Pittman.

The Colts held the Titans to 95 yards passing and they intercepted Titans quarterback Will Levis one time. Flacco also threw one interception.

Quarterback Anthony Richardson and running back Jonathan Taylor both did not play in the game as they continue to battle injuries.

The Colts are now 3-3. They are back at home next Sunday when they face the Miami Dolphins.

The Titans are 1-4. They play the Buffalo Bills next week.