Giants' Lock Scores 5 TDs in 45-33 Win Over Colts, Snapping Skid and Eliminating Colts from Playoffs

Dec 29, 2024, 09:18 PM

The New York Giants defeated the Indianapolis Colts 45-33 at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, snapping a franchise-record 10-game losing streak and eliminating the Colts from playoff contention. The victory allowed the Giants to avoid a winless home season, preventing an 0-9 record at home and bringing their record to 3-13. Giants quarterback Drew Lock threw four touchdown passes and rushed for another, completing 17 of 23 passes for 309 yards. Wide receiver Malik Nabers caught seven passes for 171 yards and two touchdowns. The win impacted the Giants' draft position for the 2025 NFL Draft, dropping them from the No. 1 overall pick to between third and fourth place, affecting the race for the top pick. Colts quarterback Joe Flacco completed 26 of 38 passes for 330 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions.