Colts improve to 4-5 after Kenny Moore II's big day

The Indianapolis Colts had to get a win in Week 9, and they got the job done.  They defeated the Carolina Panthers 27-23 and improve to 4-5 on the year.  Colts Offense:  The Colts streak of scoring 20+ points contained this week, but the offense owes a big thank you to Kenny Moore II's two […]

Destin Adams — NFL News Writer
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Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II (23) runs 49 yards for a touchdown after intercepting a pass by Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, during a game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.
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The Indianapolis Colts had to get a win in Week 9, and they got the job done. 

They defeated the Carolina Panthers 27-23 and improve to 4-5 on the year. 

Colts Offense: 

The Colts streak of scoring 20+ points contained this week, but the offense owes a big thank you to Kenny Moore II's two pick six's. This was one of the worst throwing performances we've seen from Garnder Minshew this season. From the beginning of this one he just seemed off with the majority of his throws. He will have to be better going forward if the Colts want to turn this season around. On the bright side, the Colts had no offen sive turnovers this week, which is a step in the right direction. 

Colts Defense: 

After three straight weeks of giving up at least 37 points the Colts defense needed a turnaround game, and they got it. They only allowed 13 points this week, and intercepted rookie Bryce Young three times. Two of those being by Kenny Moore II, who returned both for touchdowns. The teams defensive line forced Young to be uncomfortable throughout this one, as they sacked Young four times. 

Stat Leaders:

Passing

Gardner Minshew: 17/26 (65.4%), 127 yards, 1 touchdown 

Rushing

Jonathan Taylor: 18 rushes, 47 yards

Receiving

Michael Pittman Jr.: 8 receptions, 64 yards
Jonathan Taylor: 5 receptions, 22 yards, 1 touchdown 

Tackles

Shaquille Leonard: 10 total tackles, 7 solo

Sacks

DeForest Buckner, Dayo Odeyingbo, Adetomiwa Adebawore: 1 sack

Interceptions:

Kenny Moore II: 2 interceptions (Both returned for touchdowns)

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