Indianapolis Colts vs New York Jets Match Player Stats (Nov 17, 2024)
Indianapolis Colts vs New York Jets match player stats showcase Anthony Richardson’s breakout performance in Week 11. The second year quarterback threw for 272 yards and rushed for two touchdowns, including the game winner with 46 seconds left at MetLife Stadium.
Quick Stats Summary
Final Score: Colts 28, Jets 27
Date: November 17, 2024
Venue: MetLife Stadium (80,582 attendance)
Key Performers:
- IND: Anthony Richardson (272 pass yards, 2 rush TD), Josh Downs (84 rec yards, 1 TD)
- NYJ: Breece Hall (121 total yards, 2 TD), Aaron Rodgers (184 yards, 2 TD)
Quarterback Comparison: Richardson vs Rodgers
| Quarterback Stats | Anthony Richardson (IND) | Aaron Rodgers (NYJ) |
|---|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 20/30 | 22/29 |
| Passing Yards | 272 | 184 |
| Yards Per Attempt | 9.1 | 6.3 |
| Passing TD | 1 | 2 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 106.5 | 114.7 |
| Rushing Yards | 32 | 7 |
| Rushing TD | 2 | 0 |
| Sacks Taken | 2 for 31 yards | 3 for 22 yards |
Richardson’s aggressive downfield approach paid dividends. He completed 9 of 12 deep passes (10+ air yards) for 185 yards. That’s elite production on vertical routes. His 80.3 PFF grade marked a career high despite facing pressure on 46.9% of dropbacks.
Rodgers played efficient, safe football. His 75.9% completion rate came mostly on short throws to Breece Hall and Davante Adams. The conservative approach worked until the final minutes when Indianapolis brought the heat.
Running Game Production
| Player | Team | Carries | Yards | YPC | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Taylor | IND | 24 | 57 | 2.4 | 0 | 10 |
| Breece Hall | NYJ | 16 | 78 | 4.9 | 1 | 18 |
| Anthony Richardson | IND | 10 | 32 | 3.2 | 2 | 5 |
| Other RBs | 7 | 15 | 2.1 | 0 | 7 |
Team Rushing Totals:
- Colts: 35 attempts, 91 yards (2.6 YPC)
- Jets: 20 attempts, 91 yards (4.6 YPC)
The efficiency gap jumps out immediately. New York averaged nearly twice as many yards per carry. Jonathan Taylor’s tough day (24 carries for just 57 yards) forced Indianapolis to abandon the ground game. Breece Hall provided the perfect complement to Rodgers’ passing attack.
Top Receiving Performances
| Receiver | Team | Catches | Yards | Avg | TD | Targets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Downs | IND | 5 | 84 | 16.8 | 1 | 5 |
| Alec Pierce | IND | 3 | 74 | 24.7 | 0 | 4 |
| Davante Adams | NYJ | 6 | 72 | 12.0 | 0 | 7 |
| Michael Pittman Jr. | IND | 5 | 46 | 9.2 | 0 | 8 |
| Breece Hall | NYJ | 7 | 43 | 6.1 | 1 | 7 |
| Adonai Mitchell | IND | 1 | 33 | 33.0 | 0 | 2 |
| Garrett Wilson | NYJ | 4 | 18 | 4.5 | 0 | 8 |
Josh Downs dominated when it mattered most. His touchdown catch sparked the fourth quarter comeback. But Alec Pierce delivered the biggest play: a 39 yard bomb on the final drive that set up Richardson’s winning score.
Garrett Wilson’s disappearing act (4 catches, 18 yards on 8 targets) proved costly for New York. The Colts secondary completely neutralized the Jets’ $17 million receiver.
Game Flow and Key Moments
First Half: Colts Control
- Indianapolis dominated time of possession: 19:26 to 10:34
- Jets managed just 9 yards on their first nine plays
- No first down until their sixth possession
- Colts built 13-0 lead on Matt Gay field goals (41, 47, 56 yards)
Third Quarter: Momentum Shift
- 3:13 – Jamien Sherwood strip sacks Richardson; Javon Kinlaw recovers at IND 25
- 3:02 – Breece Hall 18 yard TD run (Jets lead 14-13)
- 7:45 – Ashton Dulin fair catch interference gives Jets ball at IND 38
- 7:41 – Anders Carlson 58 yard FG (Jets 17-16)
Fourth Quarter Drama
- 11:24 – Kenny Yeboah 11 yard TD catch, first career score (Jets 24-16)
- 5:54 – Josh Downs 10 yard TD catch; failed 2PT (Jets 24-22)
- 2:41 – Carlson 35 yard FG caps 7:30 drive (Jets 27-22)
- 0:46 – Richardson 4 yard TD run; failed 2PT (Colts 28-27)
- 0:00 – Kwity Paye second sack ends game
Defensive Impact Players
| Defender | Team | Tackles | Sacks | QB Hits | Key Play |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kwity Paye | IND | 7 | 2 | 2 | Game-ending sacks |
| E.J. Speed | IND | 9 | 0 | 0 | Team-high tackles |
| Kenny Moore II | IND | 8 | 0 | 0 | Coverage on Wilson |
| Quinnen Williams | NYJ | 7 | 1 | 3 | Consistent pressure |
| Jamien Sherwood | NYJ | 6 | 0 | 1 | Strip sack fumble |
Paye’s clutch gene activated when Indianapolis needed it most. His back to back sacks with the game on the line rank among the best defensive performances this season.
Critical Stats That Decided the Game
| Category | Colts | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 332 | 253 |
| Third Down % | 40% (6/15) | 31% (4/13) |
| Red Zone TD % | 75% (3/4) | 67% (2/3) |
| Time of Possession | 34:17 | 25:43 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Failed 2PT Conversions | 2 | 0 |
The Colts won despite losing the turnover battle. Richardson’s fumble led directly to 7 Jets points. Those two failed two point conversions? Nearly catastrophic. Four points left on the board meant needing a touchdown instead of a potential game winning field goal.
Special Teams Notes
Kicking: Matt Gay (3/3 FG, long 56) and Anders Carlson (2/2 FG, long 58) both perfect
Punting: Thomas Morstead averaged 55.4 yards on 5 punts for NYJ
Hidden Yards: Colts gained 114 return yards vs Jets’ 43
Costly Penalty: Dulin’s fair catch interference set up Jets FG
Looking Forward: July 2025 Perspective
Eight months later, this game stands as Richardson’s coming out party. He bounced back from a devastating fumble to engineer two fourth quarter touchdown drives. That mental toughness defines franchise quarterbacks.
The Jets never recovered from this loss. Despite Breece Hall’s brilliance (121 total yards, both offensive TDs), their conservative late game approach cost them multiple wins. Robert Saleh’s decision to settle for field goals instead of going for the kill haunted them all season.
FAQs
What was the final score of Colts vs Jets?
Indianapolis won 28-27 on Anthony Richardson’s 4 yard touchdown run with 46 seconds remaining.
How many touchdowns did Richardson score?
Three total: one passing touchdown to Josh Downs and two rushing touchdowns.
Who had the most receiving yards?
Josh Downs led all receivers with 84 yards on 5 catches for Indianapolis.
What was the biggest defensive play?
Kwity Paye’s two sacks on the Jets’ final possession sealed the victory for Indianapolis.
How did the teams compare in total yards?
The Colts outgained the Jets 332-253, with a significant advantage in passing yards (241-162).
Bottom Line
Indianapolis Colts vs New York Jets match player stats confirm what we saw on the field: a young quarterback announcing his arrival against a veteran who played it too safe. Richardson’s 272 passing yards and two rushing scores headline a wild comeback that changed both teams’ seasons. For complete game coverage and upcoming matchups, check out our QB battles analysis and Jets season breakdown.
Sources: NFL Game Center, ESPN, Pro Football Reference
