We are only two games into the Indianapolis Colts’ 2025 NFL season, but what have we learned about this team in the early going?
Of course, the caveat at this stage of the NFL season is that a lot can change. Who a team is entering Week 3 may not be who they are by Week 18, with the hope being that they’ve continued to grow and progress throughout the year.
But given what we have seen and know right now, what have we learned about the 2025 Colts through two games?
Daniel Jones is operating Colts’ offense at a very high level
When Shane Steichen made the decision to name Daniel Jones the starting quarterback, he noted Jones’ consistency. That not only refers to his efficiency as a passer, but everything that goes into playing the quarterback position, from preparation to pre-snap calls and adjustments.
Through two games, Jones has absolutely provided that element as he’s been in complete command of the offense, knowing exactly where to go with the ball on each play, and then delivering an accurate pass. A lot of that success starts pre-snap with a high-level understanding of how this Colts’ offense is being defended and then how to attack defenses within Steichen’s game plan.
However, there has been a lot of playmaking from Jones as well. While the New York offenses under Jones struggled to push the ball downfield, he has been very willing to do that in Indianapolis and has converted on those opportunities.
Through two games, Jones has completed 71.4% of his passes for 588 yards at 9.3 yards per attempt with two touchdowns. League-wide, Jones ranks sixth in completion rate, second in yards, and first in yards per pass attempt, per PFF.
The Colts need more from the pass rush
The name of the game is getting after the quarterback, however, the Colts have struggled to do that early on this season.
Against Miami, the Colts mustered only 12 pressures and then just five against Denver. That time in the pocket, particularly for the Broncos’ Bo Nix, helped facilitate a very efficient passing game performance. By ESPN’s pass rush win rate metric, the Colts rank 32nd.
Laiatu Latu had a good showing in Week 1, but unfortunately, he was out in Week 2, and it was evident that his presence was missed. Of the Colts’ 17 total pressures, eight belong to Samson Ebukam and DeForest Buckner.
Without steady pressure, the jobs of every other defender on the field becomes much more difficult.
Tyler Warren is the real deal
Warren has been excellent, to say the least. Through two games, Warren has 155 receiving yards, which is the most among all tight ends this season. His 14.1 yards per catch are tied for the sixth-most.
Along with Warren’s impact in the passing game, his presence in the run game has been felt as well, with his ability as a blocker. Steichen has also utilized Warren’s versatility by moving him around the formation and getting him the ball in a variety of ways.
Having a well-rounded player at the tight end position further opens up the playbook for Steichen because of all the roles Warren can fill. This then adds some unpredictability to the offense.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 3 things learned about 2025 Colts through 2 weeks
Reporting by Paul Bretl, Colts Wire / Colts Wire
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