(Oct. 24, 2015 - Source: Andy Lyons/Getty Images North America)
Don't look now but the Indianapolis Colts are watching their season dwindle away. Indianapolis defeated the Houston Texans in Week 5 in a Thursday night match-up that had analyst believing that they were back on the right track. The deceitful three game winning streak was followed by a Week 6 loss to the New England Patriots that included a heinous 4th down call and and a Week 7 defeat to the New Orleans Saints. The Colts hold the 1st seed in the AFC South division. I predicted them ending this season with the second seed in the division but had no idea that they might not make the post-season. Despite the fact that the Texans have struggled, I like their chances of winning the division. I do not like the Colts chances of defeating the Carolina Panthers tonight at Bank of America Stadium. QB Andrew Luck has despite his last name produced and horrid 2015 season performance. Luck has thrown 9 interceptions in just 5 starts and the Colts defense has given up 20 touchdowns. If the Colts are unable to stop the Panthers rushing attack tonight things may get ugly. Hopefully the passing game of Indianapolis a early lead and have the Panthers playing from behind. If not though, The Colts and their head coach Chuck Pagano will definitely feel the pressure of criticism from their continued underachievement thus far.
(Oct. 24, 2015 - Source: Streeter Lecka/Getty Images North America)
Fan favorite QB Cam Newton has humbly continued to lead a hampered Carolina Panthers offense. Though his numbers haven't been great, his ability to win is sufficient enough. The Panthers defeated the Eagles last week on Sunday Night Football in a convincing 26-17 victory. Carolina forced Philadelphia to several three and outs, allowed only one touchdown and prevented Eagles offensive success despite the three interceptions Newton had thrown. HB Jonathan Stewart brought his contribution to the offense totting the rock for 125 yards on just 24 carries. Expect the Panthers rushing attack to march through the 24th ranked Colts defense tonight. It's completely difficult to doubt the 6-0 panthers, especially after the resilience they continue to show. If victorious tonight the Panthers will gain a three game lead on the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC South division. With half of the season behind them, the Panthers certainly can see the light at the end of the tunnel and salvation for their 2015 season showing.
