The Indianapolis Colts (0-1) and Green Bay Packers (0-1) suffered narrow losses in their NFL opener. The Packers lost 34-29 to the Philadelphia Eagles in the first-ever NFL game to be played in Brazil. On the other hand, the Colts lost 29-27 at home against the Houston Texans.
The two teams will be looking for redemption as they battle each other in Green Bay on the weekend, but the Packers will be delighted to play on a much better field to avoid excuses.
Indianapolis Colts vs. Green Bay Packers Odds
Indianapolis Colts -3 (+100) vs. Green Bay Packers +3 (-120)
Indianapolis Colts (-150) vs. Green Bay Packers (+130)
Over 40.5 Points (-115) vs. Under 40.5 Points (-105)
Indianapolis Colts vs. Green Bay Packers Match Details
Fixture: Indianapolis Colts @ Green Bay Packers
Date and Time: September 15, 2024, 1:00 PM EST
Location: Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Key Stats
Indianapolis Colts
Colts’ quarterback Anthony Richardson playing in his second NFL season will be looking to impress against a Packers team that made it to playoffs in 2023. Anthony Richardson’s rushing game was exceptional, carrying the ball six times for 56 yards. However, it will be interesting to see whether he will pass the ball more, or continue rushing. He had 19 passing attempts, completing just nine of them for 212 yards.
The Indianapolis Colts scored four touchdowns (two rushing, two passing) to get the offense on track. Wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr had four receptions for 31 yards while Alec Pierce had a better receiving game as he tallied three catches for 125 yards. Nick Cross and Julian Blackmon made solid defensive plays, recording more than 10 combined tackles each in the game.
Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers will play their first game without their franchise quarterback Jordan Love after he suffered an MCL injury late in the fourth quarter. Alongside losing their first game in Brazil, the Packers lost their starting QB in the late stages of the match.
Josh Jacobs had a dominant display, making 16 rushing attempts for 84 rushing yards. Jayden Reed had four receptions for 138 yards while Romeo Doubs had four receptions for 50 yards. Javon Bullard and Quay Walker had a good defensive performance, recording 11 combined tackles. Malik Willis is expected to start the game as the quarterback, despite coach Matt LeFleur suggesting Love can still start here.
Prediction
Despite playing a good game against the Eagles, the Green Bay Packers will struggle to beat the Colts without their star quarterback Jordan Love. Over his career, the substitute QB Malik Wilis has made three starts and they didn't go well. The Packers have a good running game and defensive setup that could give the Colts some trouble. The visiting team will come in as favorites as the Packers try to figure out their quarterback position. Malik might help out, but the Colts' offense is much better than anticipated.
Final Pick
Colts ML (-150)
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