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Colts' Offensive Line Shines, QB Rivers Faces Criticism

The Indianapolis Colts 2025 season saw exceptional performance from their offensive line, with left guard Quenton Nelson, center Tanor Bortolini, and left tackle Bernhard Raimann leading the pack with elite grades. Wide receiver Alec Pierce and running back Jonathan Taylor also shone, while quarterback Phillip Rivers and rookie wide receiver Anthony Gould had room for improvement. The team now heads into the offseason with a strong line and areas to address, setting the stage for potential moves.

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