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Colts vs. Titans Best Bets – Jonathan Taylor Set to Dominate
Week 8 is here, and player props have officially dropped for the Indianapolis Colts–Tennessee Titans matchup. We’re sitting at 20–8 on Colts Best Bets this season, coming off another strong 4–1 week.
In the last meeting between these teams, we went 3–2 while leaning heavily on star running back Jonathan Taylor. That same approach could be back in play this weekend.
Let’s take a look at some valuable props for this Week 8 matchup.
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— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) October 22, 2025
Back in Week 3, Taylor torched Tennessee for 102 rushing yards and three touchdowns. You can bet Shane Steichen will once again lean on his star back to carry the offense.
Recently, we’ve been riding Taylor’s Anytime TD prop, and it’s been cashing at an incredible rate. He has 17 touchdowns over the last 10 games. Now it’s time to take things a step further.
That brings us to Jonathan Taylor Over 1.5 Touchdowns (+125). I love this plus-money play — he scored three times in their last matchup, and right now nobody in football can slow him down.
#Colts RB Jonathan Taylor has scored 3 TDs in a game in 3 of his last 5 games:
• Week 3: 118 yards, 3 TDs — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) October 20, 2025
• Week 5: 86 yards, 3 TDs
• Week 7: 132 yards, 3 TDs pic.twitter.com/jfudDKNrZy
Taylor has hit this +1.5 TD line in three of his last five games. He already has three triple-touchdown performances in seven games this year.
Next up, we’re sticking with Taylor, but this one comes through the air. Taylor Over 2.5 Receptions (-154) is our next best bet.
The odds aren’t great, but there’s a reason for that. He’s hit this mark in five straight games, totaling 18 receptions over that span.
Taylor also had three receptions in their last meeting. The volume has been steady and the Titans haven’t proven they can limit him as a receiver.
Now that it’s clear we’re loading up on Taylor props, let’s flip to the other sideline. The Colts’ secondary has allowed 740 combined passing yards over the last two games to Jacoby Brissett and Justin Herbert.
Colts DBs on IR could form a full secondary that would get very high level CB play
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— Teej (@TJGallo) October 18, 2025
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With the Colts’ banged-up secondary and Tennessee likely playing from behind most of Sunday, the Titans’ passing attack offers sneaky value. Rookie quarterback Cam Ward will be throwing early and often — and his decision-making has been shaky.
That’s why Ward Over 0.5 Interceptions (-177) is one of my favorite plays of the week. Ward has thrown at least one interception in five straight games, and the Colts remain the only defense in the NFL to force a turnover in every game this season.
It’s the perfect storm — a rookie who forces throws against a defense that thrives on creating mistakes. Expect at least one bad decision to turn into points for Indianapolis.
Even with a pick likely, Ward should still rack up plenty of attempts. That leads us to Cam Ward Over 19.5 Pass Completions (-136).
He’s cleared this number in four of his last five games, including 25 completions in each of his last two. Facing a Colts secondary that ranks 22nd in coverage, per PFF, the volume should be there once again.
To round things out, we’ll target a quiet but valuable angle. Titans RB Tony Pollard Over 14.5 Receiving Yards (-114) is a smart way to close the card.
Pollard had 43 receiving yards in Week 7 against the Patriots, showing he’s becoming a reliable outlet in Tennessee’s passing game.
With Indianapolis boasting the league’s 12th-ranked pass rush, expect Ward to rely on quick throws and check-downs to Pollard and Tyjae Spears. It’s a line Pollard should be able to clear with ease as Tennessee looks to stay alive through the air.
The Colts have been one of the most profitable teams to bet on this season because their identity is clear. They control the trenches, win the turnover battle, and force opponents to play from behind.
The formula for Week 8 feels familiar — ride the Colts’ stars and bet on the Titans to play from behind. With Taylor heating up and Cam Ward under pressure, this matchup has value written all over it.
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That trail you walk downtown? It’s generated $3 billion for Indianapolis, study finds
See the 10th Street Cultural Trail Expansion ribbon cutting ceremon
Highlights: Indiana Ave. and 10th Street Cultural Trail Expansion ribbon cutting on Indiana Ave. on Thursday, June 20, 2024, in Indianapolis.
Since its creation, the Indianapolis Cultural Trail in the heart of Circle City has drawn millions of residents and visitors to its distinctive paved path. But according to a new report, the trail isn’t just beneficial for those looking to get out on an urban stroll or bike ride — it’s a driver for the city’s economy and quality of life.
The report, “Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Gene and Marilyn Glick at 20: Connecting People, Places, and Possibility,” was based on analysis by James Lima Planning + Development, a group of real estate, planning and economic development advisors. Here’s what to know about the report.
How has the Cultural Trail affected the city’s growth, development?
According to the report from 2026, the 10-mile trail has generated $3 billion in assessed property value around its path — money that supports the city and its governmental services.
The population along the trail has grown five times the city average and retail space near the trail has increased 39%, the report shows. Nearby food and beverage sales are almost twice the average per square foot in Indianapolis.
Additionally, the report shows, undeveloped land along the trail has the potential to add $1.4 billion of value in the near future. Since an initial study in 2015, the trail’s economic impact has grown from $1 billion to $3 billion.
“For nearly 20 years, the Indianapolis Cultural Trail has helped transform Downtown Indianapolis into a more vibrant, connected and economically competitive city,” Mayor Joe Hogsett said in a June 3 news release. “It is more than a trail. It is a nationally recognized public asset that drives investment, supports local businesses, connects neighborhoods and improves quality of life for the people who live, work, play and stay in our city.”
According to the report, over 1 million people use the trail each year, and almost half of downtown Indianapolis residents live within a three-minute walk of the path.
What other features does the Cultural Trail offer?
Users of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail aren’t limited to walking — the Pacers Bikeshare program, operated by the trail, has 57 bike stations throughout the city that are accessible 24/7.
The trail also features nearly six acres of plants and greenspace, offering locals and visitors an urban getaway. City planners from across the world have visited the trail to study its design, according to the report.
What is the future of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail?
Focus on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail has shifted from construction and maintenance to long-term operations and expanded resources for the public.
Kären Haley, executive director of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Inc. — the trail’s nonprofit — said it has grown into the “crown jewel” of the city with the growth and development it has created over two decades.
“The Cultural Trail is driving billions in investment and making surrounding neighborhoods thriving destinations,” she said in a June 3 news release. “As we enter the next phase for the Trail, we look forward to building upon our initial 20 years of impact.”
Mia Thurow is the breaking news and criminal justice reporting intern for the Indianapolis Star. She can be reached at mthurow@gannett.com.
ICYMI: Top 5 IndyStar business stories in May 2026
A busy month at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway reignited debates about hotels and the downtown heliport. Plus, Eli Lilly celebrated 150 years.
May came and went, and with it, we saw the closest Indianapolis 500 finish in history, the 150th anniversary of Eli Lilly and a contested primary election day.
There’s also been some movement in retail news ahead of the summer shopping season. On the north side, a new women’s clothing store opened while a piercing studio set up shop in Speedway. Meanwhile, an indoor children’s play place opened on the near north side.
Read on for four spots that recently opened and one in Broad Ripple that said farewell.
Openings
Monkee’s
8659 River Crossing Blvd., monkeesofindianapolis.com, opened in March
Monkee’s of Indianapolis, a high-end women’s clothing store, opened recently on the north side in the Shops at River Crossing near the Fashion Mall. The brand Monkee’s started in the South three decades ago and has since grown to nearly 70 locations. In Indianapolis, Missy Llewellyn and Whitney Schmitt started the franchise to bring the clothing brand to the Circle City.
The Nest Play Cafe
515 E 22nd St Suite 101, indynestplaycafe.com, opened early May
The Nest Play Cafe opened at the corner of Central Avenue and 22nd Street, offering an indoor space for parents and caregivers to bring their children to play. Caregivers can book 90-minute play sessions for $15 per child over the age of one. Tickets for additional siblings run $10. The cafe sells coffee and snacks, too.
Open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to noon. Closed Tuesdays.
Forget Me Not Piercing Studio
5324 W. 16th St., jessflowerspiercings.square.site, opened May 27
A new piercing studio opened in Speedway at the end of May just days after the Indianapolis 500. Forget Me Not Piercing offers traditional lobe, helix and conch piercings along with nostril and septum piercings. Artist Jess Flowers opened the one-woman shop on 16th Street.
Open Sunday and Thursday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Black Orchid Barbers Fountain Square
1201 Prospect St. Suite 100, blackorchidbarbers.com, opened in May
Black Orchid, a local barbershop known for its sharp haircuts with a side of humor, opened its Fountain Square spot, marking the company’s seventh brick-and-mortar location. Walk-ins are welcome but Black Orchid recommends grabbing a time slot online for your preferred service.
Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Closures
Vitality IV Bar
6302 Guilford Ave., vitalityivbar.com
An IV-wellness spot in Broad Ripple shut its doors last month. Vitality IV Bar was located next to the Thieves cocktail lounge, formerly the Broad Ripple Starbucks location, before it went out of business.
Vitality IV still operates an Indianapolis-area location on Mass Ave downtown at 749 Massachusetts Ave where customers can book a variety of infusions with vitamins.
See a store opening or closing near you? Contact IndyStar reporter Alysa Guffey at alysa.guffey@indystar.com.
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