Colts face Commanders in London as both seek playoff momentum

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Colts face Commanders in London as both seek playoff momentum
Summary

The Indianapolis Colts and Washington Commanders meet in London on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET. Both teams are 1-2 and seeking to avoid falling back into desperation after recent wins. Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels is injured, with Marcus Mariota starting instead. Colts' defense will aim to limit Commanders' receiving threats, especially with Terry McLaurin also potentially sidelined. The game carries significant playoff implications for both teams in competitive divisions.

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  • •Kickoff scheduled for 9:30 a.m. ET at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
  • •Both teams opened the season with two losses before recent wins.
  • •Jayden Daniels is injured; Marcus Mariota will start for Washington.
  • •Terry McLaurin's availability for Washington is uncertain due to injury.
  • •Indianapolis' defense has performed better against opposing tight ends this season.
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