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In a remarkable performance, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor had an impressive 80-yard touchdown run, contributing to a decisive 37-14 victory over the Titans. Taylor rushed for 153 yards and scored three touchdowns, solidifying his reputation as one of the elite players in the NFL. The Colts also saw strong contributions from quarterback Daniel Jones, which led to their fourth consecutive win and a now 7-1 record. With such dominant performances, Taylor is emerging as a frontrunner for the Offensive Player of the Year title.
Indianapolis – In a thrilling display of athleticism, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor delivered a jaw-dropping 80-yard touchdown run, contributing to the Colts’ decisive victory over the Tennessee Titans in Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season. Taylor’s performance included three total touchdowns, further solidifying his status as an elite player in the league.
The Colts dominated the Titans with a final score of 37-14, marking their fourth consecutive victory and improving their record to 7-1. Taylor rushed for a total of 153 yards on just 12 carries, including two rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown. His explosive running and scoring abilities have put him in serious contention for the Offensive Player of the Year title and have sparked MVP chants from excited fans.
In addition to Taylor’s stellar performance, quarterback Daniel Jones also played a crucial role in the Colts’ success, passing for 272 yards and three touchdowns. With their current scoring average of 36.7 points over the last four games, the Colts are now the highest-scoring team in the NFL this season.
During the early part of Week 8, the NFL witnessed several other notable performances across various games. The Los Angeles Chargers kicked off the week by defeating the Vikings, with quarterback Justin Herbert throwing three touchdown passes and rushing for 62 yards. Rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden II made a significant contribution with 77 receiving yards and a touchdown in that game.
The New York Jets secured their first win of the season in dramatic fashion, while the rest of the AFC East teams, including the Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, and New England Patriots, also celebrated victories. Bills running back James Cook III had a record-breaking game, amassing 216 rushing yards against the Panthers, the most by any NFL player since 2018.
Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles‘ Saquon Barkley showcased his talent against the New York Giants before exiting the game with a groin injury in the third quarter. In another notable matchup, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers capitalized on four takeaways in their win over the New Orleans Saints, who benched their starting quarterback Spencer Rattler in favor of rookie Tyler Shough.
The Denver Broncos found success against the Dallas Cowboys, scoring on five of their first eight possessions. However, the night concluded with the Pittsburgh Steelers‘ disappointing loss to the Green Bay Packers, who won 35-19. Packers quarterback Jordan Love threw for 360 yards and three touchdowns, while tight end Tucker Kraft had a standout performance with seven catches for a career-high 143 yards and two touchdowns.
As the week progressed, the Baltimore Ravens also achieved a long-awaited victory against the Chicago Bears, with quarterback Tyler Huntley leading the charge to snap their losing streak. Additionally, the Miami Dolphins rebounded strongly, as Tua Tagovailoa threw for four touchdown passes in a commanding performance against the Atlanta Falcons.
With Jonathan Taylor’s continued excellence on the field, all eyes will be on him as he approaches the halfway mark of the season, currently on track for over 1,800 rushing yards. His dazzling play solidifies him as a key player in both the Colts’ success and the race for league-wide accolades.
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- Wikipedia: Indianapolis Colts
- Google Search: Jonathan Taylor NFL
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: American Football
- Google News: NFL Week 8
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