The modern NFL is dominated by the use of analytics, which has led to a stark increase in fourth-down go attempts by offenses. The Indianapolis Colts, particularly under Shane Steichen, have always been at the forefront of this trend, as the third-year head coach likes to remain aggressive in most situations.

Indianapolis has the NFL's best record as the season nears its halfway point, but the Colts know better than to get comfortable in the driver's seat.

For the second week in a row, rookie Riley Leonard will be the Indianapolis Colts' backup quarterback, said head coach Shane Steichen after Friday's practice. However, Steichen did also add the caveat that Leonard is the backup "for right now," signaling that nothing is set in stone at this time.

Following Friday's practice, Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steiche announced that wide receiver Josh Downs is available for the team's Week 8 game with Tennessee. Downs entered concussion protocol after the Colts ' Week 6 game against the Arizona Cardinals. After not practicing last week, he then did not play this past Sunday in LA.

The Indianapolis Colts, the hottest team in the NFL right now, have surged to a 7-1 record, their best start in over a decade. The dynamic pairing of quarterback Daniel Jones and head coach Shane Steichen is proving to be unstoppable.

The Indianapolis Colts' offense was nearly flawless against the Los Angeles Chargers as Shane Steichen called the shots.

Jones is enjoying a career revival while helping the Colts become one of the biggest surprises of the NFL season.

Nobody thought that the Indianapolis Colts would have a historically great passing game with Daniel Jones, but that's exactly what's happening. Doug Farrar investigates the whys and wherefores.