Ugly thoughts on Daniel Jones and Sauce Gardner in an ugly Colts win vs the Commanders

The Indianapolis Colts secured a 30-13 victory over the Washington Commanders in a far-from-impressive contest, finishing the season at a .500 mark. The Colts' defense, particularly their edge rushers, failed to put sufficient pressure on Commanders backup quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis, who completed 15-of-33 passes for 186 yards, a touchdown and an interception.

The team's quarterback situation, featuring starting QB Daniel Jones and backup Jayden Daniels (who suffered a left elbow injury in Week 2), was a significant concern, as Kaliakmanis was able to throw for the Commanders' touchdown.

The Colts' running back, Jonathan Taylor, stepped up in the absence of a strong passing attack, rushing for 95 yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries. His performance proved crucial for the Colts, especially when Washington's run defense was otherwise dominant. The game highlighted the struggles of rookie cornerback Sauce Gardner, who failed to record his first interception despite being involved in two key plays that shifted the momentum in Washington's favor.

Gardner's lack of impact interceptions raises concerns about his value to the team, particularly as other corners have shown the ability to make crucial plays.