The Indianapolis Colts are celebrating a crucial victory over the New England Patriots, with third-string center Danny Pinter stepping up in a challenging situation. As the team heads into their bye week, they are optimistic about the potential return of starting center Ryan Kelly, who has been sidelined due to injury.

Kelly, who has been on the Injured Reserve list since November 5th, is expected to return to practice next week. His performance will be vital as the Colts prepare for a significant matchup against the Denver Broncos, which could impact their playoff aspirations. With a strong showing from Pinter in his first start since 2022, the pressure is on Kelly to maintain high standards for the offensive line.