Updated: Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Colts-Texans: What to watch
Texans have a short week, but should take the Colts
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After watching film of both teams, Scouts Inc. breaks down key elements of the Week 15 Colts-Texans matchup.
• Rattle the rookie: Houston defensive coordinator Wade Phillips loves to bring the heat when he is facing a rookie QB, even one as good as Andrew Luck. We can be sure Phillips will do everything possible to press the pocket. While DE J.J. Watt is a disruptive force on his own, when you add the blitzing capabilities of Connor Barwin and Whitney Mercilus, Phillips has a lot of options. As good as Luck has looked this year, he has thrown 18 interceptions and is still seeing some defensive packages for the first time.
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