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The Denver Broncos (2W-2L) will take on the Indianapolis Colts (1W-2L) in Denver on Thursday, October 6 at Empower Field at Mile High. Both of these rivals will be pursuing a win, so remember to place your bets and then catch the excitement live at 6:15 PM MT!
For context related to this matchup, how have the Broncos and the Colts performed versus each other in the past? While the teams have competed in one contest over the past few years, the home team, the Broncos, lost to their opponents. In their most recent meeting on October 27, 2019, the score was 15-13 in favor of the Indianapolis Colts.
Betting Preview for the Indianapolis Colts vs Denver Broncos NFL Week 5 Game on October 6 2022
Where: Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado
When: Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 6:15 PM MT
Betting on the Indianapolis Colts
Regular Season Record: (1W-2L) | American Football Conference Standing: 12
The Indianapolis Colts have experienced an assortment of victories and failures lately and are 3rd in the AFC South right now. In their most recent game on Sunday, October 2, the Colts were defeated by the Tennessee Titans 17-24. Does that bode well for them going into their game this week?
The Colts are averaging 281.25 passing yards and are also getting 3.38 yards per rush attempt. The team’s turnover margin is 1.75 and their average possession time this season is 32:12.
Absences and Injuries
Regarding inactive players, the Colts are without Julian Blackmon (Ankle), Tyquan Lewis (Concussion), Rigoberto Sanchez (Achilles), Jonathan Taylor (Ankle), Armani Watts (Ankle), Carter O’Donnell (Undisclosed), Andrew Ogletree (Knee – ACL), Trevor Denbow (Undisclosed), and John Hurst (Ankle).
Betting on the Denver Broncos
Regular Season Record: (2W-2L) | American Football Conference Standing: 11
The Denver Broncos have had some recent opportunities in which they could be doing better and are 3rd in the AFC West right now. In their most recent appearance on Sunday, October 2, the Broncos lost to the Las Vegas Raiders 32-23 and we can’t wait to see what happens next.
The Broncos are averaging 245.0 passing yards and are also getting 4.32 yards per rush attempt. The team’s turnover margin is -0.25 and their average possession time this season is 31:27.
Absences and Injuries
At this time the Broncos will play without Randy Gregory (Knee – Meniscus), Billy Turner (Knee), Tyrie Cleveland (Hamstring), Jonathon Cooper (Hamstring), Darius Phillips (Hamstring), Melvin Gordon (Neck), Russell Wilson (Shoulder), Quinn Meinerz (Hamstring), Michael Ojemudia (Elbow), Aaron Patricks (Head), Tim Patrick (Knee – ACL), Justin Simmons (Quadriceps), Javonte Williams (Knee – ACL), Tom Compton (Back), Damarea Crockett (Knee – ACL), Greg Dulcich (Hamstring), Christopher Allen (Foot), and Brandon Johnson (Ankle).
Indianapolis Colts vs Denver Broncos | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Denver Broncos (-174) at FanDuel
The Denver Broncos are considered the favorite by many football fans and oddsmakers. The team enters the matchup with a winning percentage of 50%. Comparatively, the Indianapolis Colts’ winning percentage is 25%.
Over/Under Pick: Under 43.5 Points (-115) at FanDuel
The Denver Broncos have recorded an average of 16.5 points per game during the regular season. The Indianapolis Colts have recorded 14.25 points.
Spread Pick: Denver Broncos -3 Points (-118) at FanDuel
The Denver Broncos will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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