Colts vs. Broncos Prediction: Denver Predicted to Win in NFL Week 15 [2024]

The Denver Broncos will square off with the Indianapolis Colts in NFL Week 15 action at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, beginning at 4:25PM ET.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Broncos as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Indianapolis-Denver game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Broncos with a win probability of 68%, while the Colts have 32%."

This updated Colts vs. Broncos betting preview builds on my early Colts vs. Broncos prediction that I released at the start of the week.

For expanded analysis of today’s game, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Colts vs. Broncos predictions page.

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Colts vs. Broncos Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 15 game between the Broncos and Colts at Empower Field at Mile High is scheduled to start at 4:25PM ET.

• Who: Indianapolis Colts vs. Denver Broncos
• Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024
• Time: 4:25PM ET/1:25PM PT
• Venue: Empower Field at Mile High
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Broncos and Colts gear at Fanatics

Dimers.com's full preview of Sunday's Colts vs. Broncos matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Colts vs. Broncos Predictions

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NFL game between the Colts and Broncos 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Broncos a 68% chance of defeating the Colts in Week 15 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Broncos winning 24-19.

According to our model, the Broncos (-3.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 44.5 points has a 54% chance of staying under.

Colts vs. Broncos Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Colts	Broncos
Spread	+3.5 (+100)	-3.5 (-122)
Moneyline	+176	-200
Total	o44.5 (-104)	u44.5 (-118)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Colts vs. Broncos Picks

Our model's strongest edge in today's Colts vs. Broncos matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.

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Colts vs. Broncos TD Scorers

Who will score an anytime touchdown in Colts vs. Broncos?

According to our model, Indianapolis' Jonathan Taylor is most likely to score the first TD in Colts vs. Broncos.

Our projections give Taylor an 11.4% chance of scoring the first TD at Empower Field at Mile High, while the Colts RB is a 46.1% chance of reaching the end zone at any point during the game.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Indianapolis Colts

Player	First TD Probability
Jonathan Taylor	11.4%
Anthony Richardson	10.5%
Josh Downs	6.7%

Denver Broncos

Player	First TD Probability
Courtland Sutton	10.5%
Devaughn Vele	7.9%
Javonte Williams	6.8%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Indianapolis Colts

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Jonathan Taylor	46.1%
Anthony Richardson	44.7%
Josh Downs	29.9%

Denver Broncos

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Courtland Sutton	42.3%
Devaughn Vele	33.8%
Javonte Williams	30.3%

Colts vs Broncos Player Props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Colts and Broncos. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.

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Colts vs. Broncos Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Colts' Anthony Richardson is projected to throw for fewer yards than the Broncos' Bo Nix.

Colts Rushing

Jonathan Taylor, Anthony Richardson and Trey Sermon are projected to be the leading rushers for the Colts.

Player	Position
Jonathan Taylor	RB
Anthony Richardson	QB
Trey Sermon	RB

Broncos Rushing

Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and Bo Nix are expected to lead the Broncos in rushing yards.

Player	Position
Javonte Williams	RB
Jaleel McLaughlin	RB
Bo Nix	QB

Colts Receiving

Michael Pittman, Josh Downs, Alec Pierce, Adonai Mitchell and Jonathan Taylor are projected to top the receiving yards for the Colts.

Player	Position
Michael Pittman	WR
Josh Downs	WR
Alec Pierce	WR
Adonai Mitchell	WR
Jonathan Taylor	RB

Broncos Receiving

Courtland Sutton, Devaughn Vele, Marvin Mims, Lil'Jordan Humphrey and Troy Franklin are projected to lead the Broncos in receiving yards.

Player	Position
Courtland Sutton	WR
Devaughn Vele	WR
Marvin Mims	WR
Lil'Jordan Humphrey	WR
Troy Franklin	WR

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Conclusion

We predict the Broncos, with a 68% win probability, will likely beat the Colts on Sunday.

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