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Another year, another collapse, another humiliating loss in prime time for the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts dropped their fifth-straight game as they fell to the San Francisco 49ers 48-27 on Monday Night Football.

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3 players to blame for Colts MNF loss to 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts endured a stunning smackdown on Monday Night Football in Week 16. The San Francisco 49ers went on the road and played their best game of the season against a Colts team that appeared outmatched and overwhelmed.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 23

Colts' Playoff Odds Revealed After Crushing Loss to 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts have had a rollercoaster season under coach Shane Steichen with an 8-7 record heading into the final two games of the NFL season.

Alec Pierce News / A to Z Sports / December 23

Colts gambled, and their loss is about to be a massive win for Alec Pierce, who has made himself invaluable in a contract year

As of late, there hasn't been much to smile about for the Indianapolis Colts. The team has lost six of its last seven games and, after a 7-1 start, is now 9-7 on the verge of being eliminated from the playoffs.

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The 'Multiple 3-rushing-TD games in a season' quiz

How many of the 55 NFL players to get a hat-trick of rushing touchdowns multiple times in the same season can you name in eight minutes?

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 23

The Good, Bad, & Ugly as Colts Crumble vs. 49ers

For the fifth game in a row, the Indianapolis Colts have lost. Indy's late-season collapse continued as they allowed 48 points to the San Francisco 49ers on home turf in Week 16's edition of Monday Night Football, the Colts' only primetime game of the season.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Jonathan Taylor News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 23

Colts’ Jonathan Taylor pushes the pile for tough TD

Monday Night Football brought grit and pushback from the Indianapolis Colts, even as the result slipped away. On MNF against the San Francisco 49ers, Jonathan Taylor delivered a defining TD, forcing his way up the middle for a one-yard score that cut the deficit to 34–27.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 23

Colts' awful defensive performance in Week 16 loss to the 49ers should cost someone their job, but not who you might think

Just a week after one of the Indianapolis Colts' best defensive performances of the season, they have by far their worst showing. The Colts fall to 9-7 on the season and have lost six of their last seven after an embarrassing 48-27 showing against the San Francisco 49ers.

Philip Rivers News / 5 GOATs / December 23

Philip Rivers signing: Monday Night Football broadcast reveals new wrinkle on Colts bringing in QB

There was one important thing that led to the Indianapolis Colts signing NFL legend Philip Rivers for the rest of the season. During the Monday Night Football broadcast, sideline reporter Laura Rutledge shared the story of how the Colts made the final decision on Rivers.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 22

Colts Rookie Exits Early vs. 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts are in the middle of a shootout against the San Francisco 49ers, but they've already lost two players to injury in the first half.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 22

Colts' Injury Issues Persist, Lose Promising Center vs. 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts have lost starting center Tanor Bortolini for the rest of the game against the San Francisco 49ers in a 'gotta have it' battle. Now, backup Danny Pinter has entered the contest as the general of the offensive line.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 23

'MNF' takeaways: 49ers remain in play for NFC's No. 1 seed with blowout win

The San Francisco 49ers (11-4) kept pace in the NFC playoff picture with a 48-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts (8-7), whose once-bright season has taken a dark turn.

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NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 22

Colts' Offensive Pillar Won't Make Critical 49ers Primetime Clash

The Indianapolis Colts are nearing a massive primetime matchup on Monday Night Football with the white-hot San Francisco 49ers. Essentially, Indy's playoff hopes lie in the balance when the bright lights hit Lucas Oil Stadium.

Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 22

Colts are shaking up starting lineup due to injuries piling up ahead of their Week 16 matchup against 49ers

The Indianapolis Colts have had injuries derail what looked like a promising season. Everyone knows the team lost QB Daniel Jones to a torn right Achilles tendon, but they will also be without both their starting tackles in Week 16 vs.

Philip Rivers News / Athlon Sports / December 22

Philip Rivers' NFL Comeback Includes Genius Off-Field Move

After coming out of retirement on Dec. 11, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers will make his second start in a row against the San Francisco 49ers on “Monday Night Football.” The 44-year-old almost pulled out a storybook win in his NFL return against the Seattle Seahawks, but the Colts ultimately fell short in the 18-16 loss.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / December 22

Colts Announce QB News on Monday

The Indianapolis Colts announced a series of roster moves on Monday as they head into a must-win matchup against the San Francisco 49ers at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 22

Colts’ Kwity Paye channels Philip Rivers with excitement for 49ers tilt

The Indianapolis Colts will be playing for their postseason lives against the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football. Defensive end Kwity Paye can’t wait to get on the field.

DeForest Buckner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 22

Colts Announce Four Moves For Monday Night, Activate DT DeForest Buckner

The Indianapolis Colts announced they have activated DT DeForest Buckner for tonight’s game against the 49ers, his former team before landing with the Colts. To make room, the Colts waived QB Brett Rypien.

Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / December 21

Former Third-Round QB Could Be Colts Option for 2026

The Indianapolis Colts are still unsure of what direction they will go at quarterback in 2026. With Daniel Jones coming off the Achilles injury and questions surrounding Anthony Richardson, the Colts could turn to a former third-rounder.

DeForest Buckner News / Pro Football Rumors / December 20

Colts To Activate DT DeForest Buckner

A neck injury forced Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to IR on Nov. 7. After a five-game absence, Buckner will return Monday against the 49ers, head coach Shane Steichen announced (via Adam Schefter of ESPN).

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / December 19

Teammates share what Philip Rivers has brought Colts amid shocking return

The 8-6 Indianapolis Colts need quarterback Philip Rivers to be more than just a good story amid his shocking return to the NFL if the Colts are to play

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Anthony Richardson News / Pro Football Rumors / December 18

Colts Open QB Anthony Richardson’s Practice Window

Anthony Richardson may not play again in 2025, but he will at least see time on the practice field late in the year. The Colts have designated Richardson for return from injured reserve, Shane Steichen announced on Thursday.