When they visit Indianapolis this Sunday, Miami hopes to avenge last season’s 16-10 loss, as highlighted in the Miami Dolphins Vs Indianapolis Colts Match Player Stats, and restore some balance on defense with Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips back from injuries that limited them in 2024.
Front seven players will be strengthened with the additions of defensive tackle Zach Sieler and linebacker Kenneth Grant, tasked with keeping Indianapolis off balance with their pass rush strategies.
| Date | Result | Key Player Stats (Dolphins) | Key Player Stats (Colts) | Match Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Sep 2025 | Colts 33–8 Dolphins | De’Von Achane – TD reception; offense struggled | Daniel Jones – 272 yds, TD + 2 rush TDs | Colts dominated from start with balanced offense |
| 20 Oct 2024 | Colts 16–10 Dolphins | Dolphins offense limited; low scoring | Strong defensive performance | Defensive battle with limited scoring |
| 3 Oct 2021 | Colts 27–17 Dolphins | Passing game inconsistent | Colts offense efficient | Colts controlled tempo throughout |
| 10 Nov 2019 | Dolphins 16–12 Colts | Dolphins clutch late-game drive | Colts struggled offensively | Close game decided late |
| 25 Nov 2018 | Colts 27–24 Dolphins | Competitive offensive performance | Balanced Colts attack | Narrow win in tight contest |
Tight end Darren Waller
Darren Waller has been playing in the NFL for more than a decade. His special skill lies in getting open at the line of scrimmage and catching passes downfield, as well as excelling in red zone situations; scoring six touchdowns out of nine career appearances.
Waller’s greatest triumph off of the field came when he finally recognized that his drug addiction was a serious problem and sought treatment at rehab to address both emotional and psychological roots of it. Waller said he felt “reborn again,” beginning life on his terms without using drugs as crutch.
After finishing his treatment, Waller didn’t rush back into football immediately. Instead, he took up stocking shelves while working to stay sober by attending 12-step meetings, finding a sponsor, and developing a daily routine that supported his recovery. Since then, Waller has spoken publicly about his sobriety journey and even established his own foundation to continue this work.
Waller has been limited in practice on consecutive days, yet Dolphins officials have not indicated he will miss Sunday’s matchup against Tampa Bay. If he can attend, Waller may share pass-catching duties among Greg Dulcich and Julian Hill if available.
Running back Jonathan Taylor
Jonathan Taylor, known by his nickname of JT Taylor in the National Football League (NFL), currently plays at halfback position for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL).
Drafted by Indianapolis in the second round of 2020 NFL Draft after having excelled as one of Wisconsin’s most prolific rushers during college – breaking several records and being nominated as Heisman Trophy finalist during that time -, Taylor joined Indianapolis after being taken in the 2020 NFL Draft’s second round by Indianapolis.
He has amassed more than 1,000 rushing yards each of his NFL seasons and scored multiple touchdowns – an integral component of the Colts’ offense.
Indianapolis Colts led in first half play with 70 offensive plays to Miami Dolphins 46 offensive plays and outgained them 418-211. Their defense also forced three turnovers with safety Camryn Bynum returning two interceptions while Laiatu Latu recovered a fumble.
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Wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine
Westbrook-Ikhine is well-known to Colts fans as an Indiana Hoosier who spent five seasons in Tennessee tormenting their secondary. Four of his 19 career touchdowns came against Indianapolis during this span. A large, physical threat at 6′ 211 pounds, Westbrook-Ikhine excelled as a red zone receiver catching four out of eight deep throws (20 air yards or more), 14 out of 25 intermediate range catches (scoring three times with these receptions), as well as 14 of 25 passes from intermediate range receiving 14 targets (with each catch scoring three times) during that span of time.
Westbrook-Ikhine has helped the Dolphins strengthen their perimeter blocking. He is often utilized to wrap block edge defenders or lead block linebackers and safeties at the point of attack, creating running lanes for running backs while simultaneously helping quarterbacks identify open targets in the middle of the field.
He’s an effective kickoff returner, having returned 215 yards over his career. Additionally, he serves as an effective deep threat with quick releases and outstanding hands – providing the team with maximum efficiency on each play.
He’s expected to compete against Corey Pierce and Josh Downs for the WR3 role behind T.J. McDonald, giving him plenty of opportunities to show his versatility this season, particularly Week 1.
To hear more analysis, takeaways, and breakdowns from this game download the Drive Time Podcast with Travis Wingfield from Apple Podcasts or Spotify; his signing adds significant red zone threat as well as big play potential to an offense desperately in need of reinforcement at that position. However, due to additional free agency signings or draft picks likely added by other teams, this battle may last a while before its conclusion is decided upon.
Defensive tackle Zach Sieler
Zach Sieler appears to be under threat as the Dolphins transition into a full rebuild, due to his age (30). As such, his role seems uncertain under General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and new Head Coach Jeff Hafley.
The Dolphins need a pass rusher, and it appears Sieler may fill this role as their leading interior lineman. But Sieler alone won’t provide long-term success; their three young interior linemen are ready to step up, plus this offseason they plan on adding one or two additional players.
Sieler has proven his worth on the field as both an exceptional worker and great locker-room presence, but without consistent production — back-to-back 10-sack seasons — it may become difficult for his team to retain him.
Finding a home for Sieler won’t be impossible for the Dolphins, but it may prove challenging. He will count $20.7 million against their salary cap next season and may prove harder for them to compensate an older veteran than they need to.
Sieler may stay around if both parties can reach a deal that works financially in their favor; otherwise they should consider other options; there should be plenty of opportunities at hand with Georgia Bulldogs defensive tackle Christen Miller and Ohio State’s Kayden McDonald both up for consideration at upcoming draft.
Linebacker Kenneth Grant
At 6-3 and 331 pounds, Grant may not be one of the more physically-imposing defensive tackle prospects in this class, but his movement skills belie his size. Grant causes havoc on the interior, as well as being an expert multi-position run stuffer and pocket collapser with an impressive pressure rate (27 and 23 pressures the last two seasons) from multiple alignments – even against double teams!
He excels at rushing from both 0 and 1 technique positions (lines up over or off either shoulder), according to Pro Football Focus; only three defensive tackles from past draft classes had higher pressure rates from these positions than Grant.
The Bills could use Grant as an effective complement to Ed Oliver. Veteran DaQuan Jones will enter his final year under contract while Larry Ogunjobi and DeWayne Carter seek improvement, so adding Grant could make all the difference for Buffalo’s defense.
