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Colts vs. Texans: Epic Showdown and Heartbreak in the AFC Playoff Race

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Colts battle Texans in Week 18 for a playoff spot, while an unexpected outcome leaves fans stunned. Read more for the thrilling details!

The Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans clashed in a high-stakes Week 18 matchup with a playoff berth on the line. The game was filled with tension as both teams fought fiercely on the field. The Colts, led by quarterback Gardner Minshew II, made a strong start but faced setbacks throughout the game. On the other side, rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud showcased his talent, guiding the Texans to a crucial victory.

Despite a valiant effort, the Colts fell short in a heartbreaking loss to the Texans, ending their playoff hopes. The game had fans on the edge of their seats with its intense back-and-forth moments. The outcome left the Colts players and fans stunned, realizing the abrupt end to their AFC playoff journey.

In the midst of the excitement and disappointment, standout performances from players like C.J. Stroud and Tyler Goodson shone through. Stroud's pivotal plays and Goodson's defining moments added drama to an already intense game. As the Texans celebrated their playoff spot, the Colts reflected on what could have been.

In summary, the Colts vs. Texans showdown was a rollercoaster of emotions, showcasing the unpredictable nature of NFL games. While the Colts faced a tough loss, the Texans emerged victorious, securing their place in the playoffs and leaving lasting memories for fans and players alike.

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Texans vs. Colts odds, line, spread: 2024 Week 18 NFL picks ... (CBSSports.com)

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Colts vs. Texans: Staff picks and predictions for Week 18 (Colts Wire)

The Indianapolis Colts (9-7) and Houston Texans (9-7) are set to battle for a playoff spot Saturday night at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Photos: Colts vs Texans in NFL Week 18 action at Lucas Oil Stadium (The Indianapolis Star)

The Indianapolis Colts host the Houston Texans in NFL Week 18 action on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Quarterly Updates: Texans lead Colts 14-6 at the half (HoustonTexans.com)

Follow the Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts game with live updates from Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Colts season comes to an end following Week 18 loss to Houston ... (Colts.com)

The Colts struck first with a 38-yard field goal from Matt Gay on their opening drive. Quarterback Gardner Minshew II targeted wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr.

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Indianapolis Colts drop season finale to Houston Texans, narrowly ... (Fox 59)

INDIANAPOLIS โ€” The Indianapolis Colts faced a do-or-die situation in their season finale against the Houston Texans on Saturday. With a win, the Colts ...

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C.J. Stroud's amazing rookie season continues, as Texans make ... (Yahoo Sports)

C.J. Stroud, in the biggest game of his NFL career to date, on the road, on the Houston Texans' first play from scrimmage, threw it about 60 yards downfield ...

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C.J. Stroud, Texans hang on to beat Colts, clinch playoff berth - ESPN (ESPN)

Stroud threw two TD passes, and Houston's defense stiffened on a fourth-down stop late in the fourth quarter.

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NFL playoff picture following Colts-Texans (SB Nation)

NFC playoff matchups if the postseason started today · Green Bay Packers at Dallas Cowboys · Los Angeles Rams at Detroit Lions · Philadelphia Eagles at Tampa Bay ...

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LIVE ON ABC13: Keep track of must-see, win-or-go home game ... (KTRK-TV)

The Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts embrace today's high-stakes game with a playoff spot on the line.

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How to watch the Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts game tonight (Yahoo Sports)

Select NFL games stream on ESPN+ during the 2023-24 NFL season, including this Monday's Cincinnati Bengals vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game. So if you don't want ...

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Colts drop heartbreaker in 23-19 loss to Texans to end season (Colts Wire)

Here's our recap from the Indianapolis Colts' 23-19 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 18.

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Game Recap: Texans punch ticket to playoffs with 23-19 victory over ... (HoustonTexans.com)

The Texans won the coin toss, elected to defer, and kicked off to start the game. Ka'imi Fairbairn's offering was caught in the end zone for a touchback, ...

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3 takeaways from Texans' 23-19 win vs. Colts in AFC playoff decider (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

The Houston Texans beat the Indianapolis Colts 23-19 on Saturday in a win-or-go-home scenario. Here are three takeaways from the AFC South playoff decider.

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Colts' Tyler Goodson says fateful drop in loss to Texans 'doesn't ... (ESPN)

Colts running back Tyler Goodson lamented the greatest opportunity -- and failure -- of his young career but said his fourth-down drop in Saturday's loss to ...

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Texans vs. Colts Live In-Game Updates (State of The Texans)

En route to their first postseason appearance since 2019, Can the Houston Texans do the unthinkable and steal a road game from the Colts?

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Colts' Tyler Goodson says fateful drop 'doesn't define me' (ABC News)

INDIANAPOLIS -- Tyler Goodson had played 45 NFL snaps before the Indianapolis Colts' massive AFC South showdown against the Houston Texans on Saturday night ...

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Texans wrap up playoff spot with 23-19 victory over Colts (The Associated Press)

Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans wrapped up a playoff spot with a 23-19 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday night, ...

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Dropped 4th-down pass costly as Colts squander playoff chance ... (CT Post)

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) โ€” Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew tried to console Tyler Goodson after the running back dropped a fourth-down pass with ...

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Colts' 2024 opponents are set (Colts Wire)

The Indianapolis Colts concluded the 2023 season with a heartbreaking loss against the Houston Texans, knocking them out of playoff contention.

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Houston Texans defeat Indianapolis Colts to clinch first playoff berth ... (CNN)

The Houston Texans clinched their first playoff spot since 2019 following a 23-19 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, marking a dramatic ...

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Colts players left stunned, disappointed by abrupt end to AFC playoff ... (Colts.com)

The Colts were still collectively processing Saturday night's 23-19 loss to the Houston Texans, which knocked them out of the AFC playoff picture and ended ...

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Big Play Breakdown: Texans defeat Colts to earn a playoff spot (HoustonTexans.com)

John Harris breaks down the important plays of the night that led to the 23-19 win against the Colts.

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Dropped 4th-down pass costly as Colts squander playoff chance ... (The Associated Press)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Gardner Minshew tried to console Tyler Goodson after the running back dropped a fourth-down pass with 1:06 seconds left in a ...

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Colts free agents: Players whose contracts expired after 2023 season (The Indianapolis Star)

Seventeen Colts players reach the end of their contract after the 2023 season, including two of their highest-paid players.

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Colts' Jonathan Taylor misses out on fourth-and-1 chance after 188 ... (NFL.com)

Going into Saturday night needing a win against the rival Texans for a playoff berth, the Colts rode Taylor and his 188 rushing yards to a near victory in a ...

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