The Indianapolis Colts dropped their fifth game in a row with a 27-23 loss to the Dallas Cowboys in what was a highly entertaining yet sloppy game of football. The defeat means Indianapolis has now lost 14 of its last 16 games across the last two seasons.

That said, despite the negative result, there were some notable outcomes for a team heading towards a rebuild .

Here’s the good, the bad, and the ugly from what was arguably the most entertaining game of the Colts’ season so far.

The Good

Pass Rush

Indianapolis Colts defensive end Caden Curry (55) walks up the field Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

The Colts’ pass rush was almost nowhere to be found in the early portion of the season. On Sunday, it came alive.

Indianapolis edge defenders Laiatu Latu, Caden Curry, and Jaylahn Tuimoloau all recorded sacks.…