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Indianapolis Colts Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Colts allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

10.3
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
89
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Colts

Players who have historically scored most against the Indianapolis Colts defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Jaylen Warren
PIT
26.9
avg pts vs Colts (2 games)
#2 Target
Joe Mixon
25.1
avg pts vs Colts (2 games)
#3 Target
Rico Dowdle
PIT
20.6
avg pts vs Colts (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Indianapolis Colts (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2026 Wk8 Chris Rodriguez Jr.
JAX
12.8
S2026 Wk8 Bhayshul Tuten
JAX
29.9
S2026 Wk7 Aaron Jones Sr.
MIN
3.6
S2026 Wk7 Jordan Mason
MIN
6.8
S2026 Wk6 Tyjae Spears
TEN
1.8
S2026 Wk6 Tony Pollard
TEN
7.6
S2026 Wk5 Jaylen Warren
PIT
36.8
S2026 Wk4 Austin Ekeler
WAS
5
S2026 Wk4 Jacory Croskey-Merritt
WAS
7
S2026 Wk3 Woody Marks
HOU
9.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Indianapolis Colts defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Indianapolis Colts allow an average of 10.3 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (89 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Indianapolis Colts?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Indianapolis Colts: Jaylen Warren (26.9 avg pts in 2 games), Joe Mixon (25.1 avg pts in 2 games), Rico Dowdle (20.6 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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