Colts vs. Patriots Picks, Predictions NFL Week 9: Will Indy's Offense Look Different After a Coaching Change?

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Colts vs. Patriots Picks, Predictions NFL Week 9: Will Indy's Offense Look Different After a Coaching Change?

The Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots are playing each other in a rivalry that dates back over a decade. The Colts fired offensive coordinator Marcus Brady after another lackluster offensive performance in Week 8. New York Jets lost to the Patriots for the 13th consecutive time. Bill Belichick passed George Halas for second place on the all-time wins list with 325.

The Patriots are now -5.5 favorites against the Colts. New England is garnering 63% of the bets and 71% the cash. The Under is the most popular side, attracting 59% and 85% respectively.

Colts vs. Patriots is a game in which a new coach will be in charge.

Colts are the only team to have trailed entering the fourth quarter in every game this season. Chicago ran for 243 yards at 5.4 yards per carry during a road win against New England. Indianapolis has scored 20 or fewer points in seven of eight games this year.

The Colts have been profitable Under team this season. The Over has cashed in each of New England's last four games following a win. Frank Reich has been calling the plays for Indianapolis all season, but Marcus Brady's game-planning responsibilities have now been divided among the rest of the coaching staff.

Both teams are struggling to score touchdowns in the red zone. The Colts are even worse on the road, converting just 30% of their trips into touchdowns. New England's kicker Nick Folk is coming off a 5-for-5 kicking performance during Week 8 against the Jets.

Colts vs. Patriots is a game on 11/3/2022 at 5:42 a.m. ET.


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