Instant Reaction: Why penalties doomed Colts in Week 12 loss to Lions

Colts.com writer JJ Stankevitz and Ring of Honor wide receiver Bill Brooks examine why 10 penalties proved too much for the Colts to overcome in their 24-6 loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium. The guys also look at how Anthony Richardson played better than the box score may indicate. They also have a reality check on where the Colts sit in the AFC playoff picture with five games left.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down Jonathan Taylor's massive game, including what went right on his two long touchdowns and how the Colts leaned into an offensive identity built around running the ball right at the Titans on Sunday. The guys also look at how the Colts finished the game and what needs to go right in Week 17 for the Colts to have a shot to make the playoffs.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down the Colts' 31-13 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Empower Field at Mile High, punctuated by several game-shifting turnovers in the second half. What went wrong on those plays? And where do the 6-8 Colts go from here? The guys break all that down on this episode of Instant Reaction.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down every angle of the Colts' 25-24 win over the New England Patriots in Week 13, starting with why Shane Steichen went for 2 at the end of the game and how Anthony Richardson powered his way in for the game-winning score. The guys also look at the biggest moments from the 19-play drive that preceded the two-point try, and zoom out on an impressive day for the offensive line and how Richardson's decision-making looked throughout the game.

Colts.com writer JJ Stankevitz and Ring of Honor wide receiver Bill Brooks break down Anthony Richardson's outstanding return behind center in the Colts' 28-27 win over the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in Week 11. The guys dive into some of Richardson's best plays late in the game and what the young QB leading his team on a game-winning drive might mean going forward as the Colts improve to 5-6 on the season.

Colts.com writer JJ Stankevitz and Ring of Honor wide receiver Bill Brooks break down the Colts' 30-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 10, which was defined by four turnovers and a turnover on downs on offense. What went wrong for Joe Flacco and the Colts' offense? And were there any bright spots in an otherwise tough loss?

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down the Colts' 21-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday Night Football, starting with the issues Shane Steichen, Joe Flacco, Jonathan Taylor and the offense encountered against Brian Flores' Vikings defense at U.S. Bank Stadium. The guys look at why the Colts weren't able to sustain drives and stay on the field, and also dive into some of the cool things Gus Bradley is doing with his defense – especially with DeForest Buckner back in the fold.

JJ Stankevitz and Bill Brooks break down the Colts' 23-20 loss to the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium, starting with an uneven day from quarterback Anthony Richardson. How much of his 10 completions on 32 attempts were his fault? What went wrong on his interception late in the second quarter? And were there any bright spots in his afternoon? The guys also look at an impactful day for the Colts' pass rush and a few other things on defense.