Indianapolis at New York

The Indianapolis Colts finished 2-14 a few years ago. They then made the playoffs the following year, but were bounced in the opening round. Last year they made the playoffs once again, and got to the second round. Can this team continue its progression that has taken a step forward in each of its last three seasons? The New York Jets have not earned a playoffs spot in each of the last three seasons, so can they get things turned around? These games typically always come down to the coach and the emphasis they put on winning these exhibition games. Also look to backup players to play big roles here. Rex Ryan is 9-11 in these games as head coach of the New York Jets. A pair of those wins came by a scant three points, so playing to a line of +3.5 in these games the Jets would be 7-13, and certainly appear to be on the wrong side of things to get the season started. Play on Indianapolis.