NFL Divisional Round: Winners and losers

NFL Divisional Round Winners and Losers: Manning, Luck, Seahawks and more

Jan 11, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Montori Hughes (95) celebrates following the game against the Denver Broncos in the 2014 AFC Divisional playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Colts defeated the Broncos 24-13. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

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Jan 11, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) gestures before a snap against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter in the 2014 AFC Divisional playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

WINNERS: Indianapolis Colts

While the Colts still have issues on both sides of the ball, I think it’s safe to say they surprised a lot of people outside of Indiana. We knew Andrew Luck was incredible—we just didn’t give the rest of the team enough credit.

And sure, there is a lot to be said for how badly Peyton Manning played (more on that in a bit) and the fact that the Broncos defense didn’t show up, but the Colts played very well and seem to be heating up at exactly the right time.

My biggest concern is that there just isn’t much more than Luck here and his two interceptions, while not an issue Sunday, would be against the New England Patriots. Luck can play better and he’ll have to against the Patriots.

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