What Are the Indianapolis Colts Playoff Chances?
The Colts playoff chances are 0%. DraftKings Kentucky and other sportsbooks will have odds on the Colts to win Super Bowl 59 in 2025 next month.
| Colts Playoff Chances | 0% chance |
| Colts Miss Playoffs | 100% chance |
| Colts Win Super Bowl 58 | 0% chance |
| Colts Win Super Bowl 59 | Coming soon |
| Colts Win AFC | 0% chance |
| Colts Win AFC South | 0% chance |
| ā Last Verified: | April 26, 2024 |
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Do the Colts Have a Chance to Make the Playoffs?
No, the Colts don't have a chance to make the playoffs. They were eliminated from contention after losing to the Houston Texans in Week 18, falling to 9-8 on the season.
Indianapolis Colts Week-by-Week Playoff Chances
Colts Playoff Chances: Key Updates April 2024
I will be tracking breaking news and developments this offseason that could impact the Colts' playoff chances and listing them below.
- š Jan. 6: The Colts lose to the Texans 23-19, getting eliminated from playoff contention for 2023-24.
- š Dec. 12: CB Julius Brents appears on track to return after logging two full practices for the first time since suffering his quad injury in Week 7.
- š Dec. 12: Jonathan Taylor expected to return before the end of the season.
- š Dec. 5: Zaire Franklin is nominated for the 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award, the league announced Tuesday.
- š Dec. 4: Former Colts linebacker Shaquille Leonard agrees to a one-year deal with the Eagles.
- š Dec. 3: Colts right tackle Braden Smith suffers a knee injury against the Titans.
- š Nov. 28: Jonathan Taylor will have surgery on his thumb, expected to be out 2-3 weeks.
- š Nov. 21: The Colts waive three-time All Pro Shaq Leonard, who was named 2018 Defensive Rookie of the Year.
- š Nov. 20: Jelani Woods suffered a setback with his hamstring injury. It's unclear when or if he will return.
- š Nov. 11: Kwity Paye suffered a hamstring injury in win over the Patriots.
- š Oct. 18: Rookie QB Anthony Richardson will miss the rest of the 2023 season with shoulder surgery.
- š Oct 18: Colts DT Grover Stewart is suspended six games without pay for violating NFL PED policy.
- š Oct. 10: QB Anthony Richardson is placed on IR.
- š Oct. 8: RB Jonathan Taylor plays in his first game of the 2023 season in Colts vs Titans.
- š Oct. 7: Taylor agrees to terms with the Colts on a three-year, $42M contract extension.
- š Oct 2: CB Dallis Flowers is ruled out for the season with a torn Achilles.
- š Aug. 29: RB Jonathan Taylor will start the season on the PUP list, guaranteeing he'll miss the first 4 games of the season and indicating a trade is not imminent.
- š Aug. 27: C Danny Pinter is out for the season with a broken ankle.
- š Aug. 21: The Colts allow Taylor to seek a trade.
- š Aug. 15: Rookie QB Anthony Richardson is named the Colts starting QB.
- š July 29: Taylor requests a trade from the Colts after meeting with owner Jim Irsay.
- š April 27: QB Anthony Richardson is drafted fourth overall by the Indianapolis Colts.
I will continue to add to this list as more Colts news breaks, so bookmark this page to keep up to date.
Indianapolis Colts Schedule and Betting Lines
Key Contributors Toward Colts Playoff Chances
The Colts had some up-and-down play this season. Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss led the way on the ground, while Gardner Minshew commanded the offense during the absence of rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson.
The Colts defense had some bright spots. Zaire Franklin is a tackle machine while Julian Blackmon led the team in interceptions.
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Where Can I Bet on the Indianapolis Colts to Make the Playoffs?
When odds are available, you can bet on the Colts to make the playoffs with Kentucky sportsbook apps now that mobile betting is live. The best NFL betting apps include DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars, FanDuel and bet365, according to BetKentucky.com's rankings.
To sign up for a sportsbook in Kentucky when mobile wagering begins, the first step will be to download the app you want to sign up for:
- ā Create a new account, including personal information such as name, address, email, and date of birth. Choose a username and password.
- ā Fund your account. Most sportsbooks will offer a variety of ways to deposit money, including but not limited to Debit/Credit card, PayPal, online banking, Venmo, ACH bank transfer, Apple Pay, or wire transfer.
- ā Place your bet! Navigate to the sports section, select the specific bet market and type you are interested in, enter the amount you want to wager, and confirm your bet.
This process will vary slightly depending on which sportsbook you use but should be somewhat similar across all sportsbooks. All apps mentioned above are live in Kentucky along, with Fanatics and Barstool (soon to be ESPN BET). Circa Sports is also expected to launch sometime this year.
Retail Kentucky sports betting is open at the following locations:
- š Churchill Downs
- š Derby City Gaming
- š Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland
- š Ellis Park
- š Red Mile
- š Newport Racing and Gaming
- š Turfway Park
- š Oak Grove Racing & Gaming
- š Sandy's Racing & Gaming
Looking Ahead: Colts Playoff Picture
The Colts had a chance to win the AFC South and earn the No. 4 seed, or earn a wild-card spot. They weren't able to earn either, though, after losing to the Texans in Week 18.
Are the Indianapolis Colts Out of the Playoff Picture?
Yes, the Colts are officially out of the playoff picture. They finished 10th in the AFC, but only the top seven teams make the playoffs.
Where Do the Indianapolis Colts Rank in the AFC South Playoff Picture?
The Colts vs Jaguars series for this season has finished, with the Jags sweeping the Colts. Those losses went a long way in knocking the Colts down and out of the playoff race.
Here are the final AFC South standings:
- Houston Texans 10-7
- Jacksonville Jaguars 9-8
- Indianapolis Colts 9-8
- Tennessee Titans 6-11
Where Does Colts Playoff Picture Rank in the AFC Wild Card Race?
The Colts finished 10th in the AFC and were unable to take one of the wild-card spots, which are seeds five through seven.
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Can the Indianapolis Colts Get the No. 1 Seed in Playoff Picture?
No, the Colts cannot get the No. 1 seed. That spot was clinched by the Baltimore Ravens.
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Colts Playoff Picture Outlook & Predictions
The Colts' playoff chances came down to Week 18 vs. the Texans and they were unable to earn a postseason spot. Now the Colts look toward the offseason where they can improve their team through free agency and the NFL Draft.
Who to Root for if You're a Indianapolis Colts Fan
Naturally, Colts fans should root against their AFC South rivals. The Houston Texans are the only AFC South team that made the playoffs, so Indy fans will likely root against them to make it any further.
Indianapolis Colts Betting Odds FAQ
The Colts' playoff chances are 0%. The Colts could have gotten into a playoff spot with a win in Week 18, but they lost to the Houston Texans, ending their playoff hopes.
Yes, the Colts are out of the 2023-24 playoff race. Their 9-8 record was not enough to earn a postseason spot.
Nope, the Colts cannot make the playoffs. Their playoff hopes ended after losing to the Texans in Week 18.
When odds are available, you can bet on the Colts playoff chances, as well as other NFL futures markets, in Kentucky! Retail sportsbooks opened on Sept. 7, 2023, at licensed racetracks and their satellite locations. Kentucky sportsbook apps launched online and on mobile on Sept. 28, 2023.
If you are currently located in a legal sports betting state, you can use one of the many legal sportsbooks such as ESPN BET, bet365, DraftKings, FanDuel, Caesars, BetMGM, and others to bet on the Indianapolis Colts to make the NFL playoffs.
Author
Wes is an editor and writer for BetKentucky.com. Based out of the Kansas City area, Wes has covered sports professionally since 2015 with a strong emphasis on sports betting and the NFL, though he's also covered pro wrestling, UFC, college sports and more.
