In their final preseason game on August 22, 2024, the Indianapolis Colts defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 27-14 at Paycor Stadium. The Colts’ offense, led by quarterback Anthony Richardson, opened with a 9-yard touchdown pass to Alex Mitchell, giving them an early lead. Cincinnati tied it up with a defensive pick-six by Jordan Battle but struggled to keep pace after halftime.
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The Colts’ special teams contributed significantly, with kicker Spencer Shrader nailing field goals from 56 and 41 yards. Richardson continued to lead effectively, and the Colts’ defense capitalized on turnovers, including a fumble recovery in the fourth quarter that helped seal the win. Despite a late Bengals touchdown by Jermaine Burton, the Colts maintained control to close their preseason on a high note.