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Indianapolis Colts vs. New York Giants: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 29, 2024

Updated on:
Dec 25, 2024 12:54 AM
The Indianapolis Colts, holding a 7-8 overall record, travel to MetLife Stadium to face the struggling New York Giants, who are winless at home with a 0-8 record. The Colts have a solid conference record of 6-5, while the Giants have only managed a 1-10 record against their opponents within the conference. This matchup has the potential for the Colts to capitalize on the Giants' struggles, especially on their home turf.
Indianapolis Colts vs New York Giants

Current Odds

IND
NYG
Over
40.5
-110
Under
39.0
+103
IND
-9.0
+100
NYG
+8.0
-109
IND
ML
-381
NYG
ML
+350

Colts vs Giants statistics

Stat Colts Giants
Points Per Game 21.2 14.3
Total Yards 335.5 311.8
Yards Passing 200.3 204.9
Yards Rushing 135.2 106.9
Points Allowed Per Game 23.9 24.1
Yards Allowed 377.1 360.6
Pass Yards Allowed 240.5 218.0
Rush Yards Allowed 136.5 142.6

New York Giants recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/22/24 @ Atlanta Falcons L 34-7
12/15/24 vs Baltimore Ravens L 35-14
12/8/24 vs New Orleans Saints L 14-11
11/28/24 @ Dallas Cowboys L 27-20
11/24/24 vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers L 30-7

Indianapolis Colts recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/22/24 vs Tennessee Titans W 38-30
12/15/24 @ Denver Broncos L 31-13
12/1/24 @ New England Patriots W 25-24
11/24/24 vs Detroit Lions L 24-6
11/17/24 @ New York Jets W 28-27

New York Giants injuries

  • John Michael Schmitz Jr. (C): Questionable
  • Tyrone Tracy Jr. (RB): Questionable
  • Aaron Stinnie (G): Out
  • Greg Stroman Jr. (CB): Out
  • Drew Lock (QB): Questionable

Indianapolis Colts injuries

  • E.J. Speed (LB): Out
  • Alec Pierce (WR): Out
  • Jaylon Jones (CB): Questionable
  • JuJu Brents (CB): Injured Reserve
  • Braden Smith (OT): Out

Colts vs Giants game info

Type Info
Venue MetLife Stadium
Location East Rutherford, NJ
Kickoff Sun 1:00 PM
TV FOX
Temperature 44°
Chance of Rain 46%

Colts vs Giants predictions

When it comes to the Indianapolis Colts, all eyes will be on Anthony Richardson. He’s expected to bring a mix of passing and rushing talents to the field. Picture this: Richardson is likely to attempt around 27 passes, connecting on 15 and racking up nearly 200 yards through the air. He’ll have a touchdown or two in his sights and might sneak in a rushing touchdown if the opportunity presents itself. Jonathan Taylor will also be crucial, and he's poised to make his presence known on the ground, effortlessly pounding out 75+ yards and possibly adding a touchdown to his stat sheet. Michael Pittman could be the go-to guy for tough catches and yardage, with Josh Downs and Alec Pierce right there to bolster the receiving game when necessary. There’s a balanced attack brewing, and it’s going to be up to the Giants to bolster their defense if they want to stand a chance against Indy’s strategic onslaught.

On the flip side, Drew Lock for the Giants is set to take ownership of his passing duties, with expectations of surpassing 200 yards. Imagine the complexity of balancing solid passing while trying to dodge the Colts' defense. Tyrone Tracy, chipping away with over 50 rushing yards, will look to keep things moving on the ground. Meanwhile, Malik Nabers can be counted on to step up and lead the receiving game, snagging multiple catches and making a significant impact when the ball comes his way. Wan'Dale Robinson and Daniel Bellinger will be there to support Lock’s passing endeavors, ready to exploit any cracks in the Colts' defense. It’s a tough challenge against a team with more wins, but the Giants, playing at home, certainly have key players with the potential to rally against the odds.

Taking everything into account, the prediction leans towards the Colts potentially walking away with the win. They have shown some consistency on the road and have a more solid foundation in their camp this season. The Giants, while spirited, have struggled mightily at home, and that doesn’t bode well against a confident opponent like Indianapolis. But then, as any sports fan knows, football is famously unpredictable—anything can happen in those four quarters, after all. It's all about who can seize the day at MetLife Stadium when the dust settles. What do you think? Could the Giants pull off an upset, or will the Colts prove the odds makers right?

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