Colts vs Seahawks Player Stats: Complete Game Breakdown (2025)

Colts vs Seahawks

Philip Rivers had been away from the NFL for nearly five years. Jason Myers had never attempted six field goals in a single game. Jaxon Smith-Njigba had yet to fully announce himself as a true number-one receiver. December 14, 2025 changed all three stories in one dramatic afternoon.

The Seattle Seahawks held on for an 18-16 win over the Indianapolis Colts — a result that required no touchdowns, a 56-yard last-second kick, and a closing interception to seal. Below is every meaningful number from that game, organized to give you the clearest possible picture of how it unfolded.

Final Box Score

Seattle outgained Indianapolis by 94 yards, but the Colts dominated possession and the ground game. The Seahawks scored zero touchdowns yet still won — a testament to how thoroughly Jason Myers controlled the scoreboard.

Quarterback Performance

Philip Rivers — Indianapolis Colts

Rivers made his first NFL start since January 2021, stepping in after Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending Achilles injury earlier in the year. The 44-year-old did not look like a man returning from 1,800 days away.

His touchdown came just before halftime — an 8-yard strike to Josh Downs on a quick slant that tied the game at 13-3 heading into the break. His interception, caught by Riq Woolen on the game’s final drive, ended any chance of a comeback. Still, Rivers showed enough to validate the Colts’ decision to bring him back.

Sam Darnold — Seattle Seahawks

Darnold was efficient and disciplined throughout. He never forced throws, leaned on short-to-intermediate routes, and let his receivers do the work after the catch.

He outgained Rivers by 144 passing yards but was never able to punch the ball into the end zone. Seattle’s offense relied entirely on Myers to convert those drives into points — and Myers delivered.

Running Back Comparison

Jonathan Taylor — Indianapolis Colts

Taylor carried the full weight of the Colts’ offensive strategy, touching the ball 24 times on a team that ran it 30 times total.

He never broke a big run, but his consistency kept the clock moving and gave the Colts favorable field position throughout the first half.

Zach Charbonnet — Seattle Seahawks

With Kenneth Walker III sidelined, Charbonnet stepped in as the lead back but struggled to find room against the Colts’ front seven.

Seattle’s inability to establish the run forced Darnold into a pass-heavy rhythm, yet the Seahawks still managed to move the chains when it mattered most.

Wide Receiver Totals

Smith-Njigba was the most productive receiver on the field. He consistently found soft spots in Indianapolis zone coverage, picking up nine catches for 113 yards on a day when Seattle needed every single one. Kupp worked underneath and converted chain-moving receptions. For the Colts, no single receiver stepped up as a clear difference-maker — Pittman led in yardage, but Downs provided the only touchdown catch of the entire afternoon.

Special Teams: The Jason Myers Show

This game may ultimately be remembered less for its quarterbacks or running backs than for Myers’ historic performance.

Six field goals. Zero misses. One franchise record. Myers converted every scoring opportunity Seattle had, and when Blake Grupe drilled a 60-yarder to give Indianapolis a 16-15 lead with under a minute left, Myers answered with a 56-yarder to win it with 29 seconds on the clock. Grupe also had a strong game, hitting three field goals of his own — including that stunning 60-yarder — but Myers had the last word.

Defensive Breakdown

Colts Defense

Holding Seattle to a 15% third-down conversion rate is a remarkable achievement for any defense. The Colts generated consistent pressure without getting home for sacks, and they kept the Seahawks out of the end zone entirely. The only failure came at the very end — when they needed one more stop, Woolen’s interception on offense did the job for them.

Seahawks Defense

Seattle held Indianapolis scoreless in the second half, which proved to be the decisive factor. Riq Woolen’s interception on the final drive — Rivers’ desperate attempt to move the Colts into field goal range — ended the game. Zaire Franklin led the Colts with 11 tackles and a tackle for loss; Julian Love was Seattle’s tackling leader with 7 stops and a pass breakup.

Third Down and Red Zone Efficiency

The Colts were perfect in the red zone, converting their lone trip into seven points. The Seahawks reached the red zone twice and came away with field goals each time — six points instead of a possible 14. That red zone shortfall is exactly why Myers’ leg became so essential.

Offensive Line Play

Both lines held up reasonably well in pass protection. The Colts created more space in the running game, generating 38 yards before contact compared to Seattle’s 22. Neither front dominated, but both gave their quarterbacks enough time to operate.

Injury Context

Two significant absences shaped how this game played out:

DeForest Buckner (Colts, ankle) — Without their best interior pass rusher, Indianapolis still held Seattle to 2.3 yards per carry. A healthy Buckner could have made the Seahawks’ rushing struggles even more severe.

Kenneth Walker III (Seahawks) — Walker’s absence pushed Charbonnet into a larger role than he was ready to fill. Seattle’s ground game never found a rhythm, which forced a pass-heavy approach that ultimately worked, but not the way any offensive coordinator would have drawn it up.

Daniel Jones (Colts, Achilles) — Jones went down earlier in the season, opening the door for Rivers’ return. Without that injury, this game never becomes the story it became.

How the Game Unfolded

The Colts controlled the first half with ball control, Taylor grinding out yards and Rivers managing the game. The touchdown to Downs just before halftime gave Indianapolis real momentum.

Seattle’s defense adjusted at the break. The Colts were held scoreless through the entire second half — until Grupe’s extraordinary 60-yard field goal with under a minute left broke a 15-15 tie. For a moment, Indianapolis was headed to a gutsy road win.

Myers had other plans. His 56-yarder split the uprights with 29 seconds remaining, putting Seattle up 18-16. Rivers had just enough time to move into field goal range but Woolen ended the threat before it developed. Final score: 18-16, Seahawks.

Season Implications

The win pushed Seattle to 11-3, extending a four-game winning streak and keeping them firmly in the NFC playoff picture. The loss dropped Indianapolis to 8-6, a damaging result with the postseason still within reach but the margin for error now gone.

For Rivers, the performance was proof he could still contribute — but in the moment, that was small comfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the Colts vs Seahawks game on December 14, 2025?

Seattle won 18-16.

Who threw the only touchdown pass in the game?

Philip Rivers, an 8-yard completion to Josh Downs in the second quarter.

How many field goals did Jason Myers make?

Six — tying or setting a franchise record — including the 56-yard game-winner with 29 seconds left.

What were Jonathan Taylor’s rushing stats?

24 carries, 82 yards, 3.4 yards per carry, zero touchdowns.

Who led all receivers in yardage?

Jaxon Smith-Njigba with 9 receptions for 113 yards.

How did each team perform on third down?

Indianapolis converted 5 of 13 (38%); Seattle converted only 2 of 13 (15%).

Why did Philip Rivers start for the Colts?

Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending Achilles injury earlier in the year.

Final Takeaway

This was not a game decided by touchdowns or big passing performances. It was decided by field position, situational defense, and the most complete kicking performance of Jason Myers’ career. Despite winning the clock, the ground game, and the defensive third-down battle, the Colts were still defeated.

Seattle proved you can win an NFL game without scoring a single touchdown if your kicker is automatic and your defense locks down in the moments that matter most. For Indianapolis, the lesson was harder: control the game for 31 minutes and it still means nothing if you cannot score in the second half.

Both teams showed enough to make their remaining games worth watching. The stats tell the story — this one came down to the last 29 seconds.