Miami Dolphins vs Indianapolis Colts match player stats

On September 7, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis beat Miami 33-8 in NFL Week 1. This Miami Dolphins vs Indianapolis Colts match player stats review covers the verified box score and game context.

Both teams entered 2025 after 8-9 seasons and missed the 2024 playoffs. Indianapolis entered with Daniel Jones as its new starting quarterback. Miami played without Darren Waller, Jaylen Wright, and Ethan Bonner. Indianapolis running back Tyler Goodson was also inactive.

Indianapolis controlled the game through turnovers, sustained possessions, and consistent scoring drives. The Colts scored on all seven offensive possessions.

Match Overview

This was the 2025 regular-season opener for both teams. Indianapolis converted its early defensive takeaways into a 20-0 halftime advantage. Miami did not score until the fourth quarter. The result moved Indianapolis to 1-0 and dropped Miami to 0-1. 

Pre-Match Context

Miami and Indianapolis both finished 8-9 during the 2024 regular season. Neither team reached the playoffs. Indianapolis had missed the playoffs for four consecutive seasons entering 2025. Daniel Jones won the starting quarterback competition over Anthony Richardson Sr.

The Colts also changed defensive coordinators, hiring Lou Anarumo. Their defensive additions included Camryn Bynum and Charvarius Ward Sr. Miami opened its season before three consecutive AFC East games. That schedule increased the importance of beginning the season without an early deficit.

The Dolphins ruled out Waller, Wright, and Bonner. James Daniels and Dee Eskridge carried questionable designations but were active. Indianapolis listed Goodson as questionable with an elbow injury. He was declared inactive before kickoff. 

Quarter by Quarter Score

Indianapolis scored in every quarter and held Miami scoreless through three quarters. The Colts built the entire winning margin before Miami’s only touchdown drive.

Quarter by Quarter Breakdown

First Quarter

Indianapolis received the opening kickoff and immediately produced a nine-play, 62-yard drive. Spencer Shrader finished it with a 24-yard field goal.

Miami’s first possession ended when Camryn Bynum intercepted Tua Tagovailoa. Indianapolis took over at its own 16-yard line.

The Colts held possession for 12:35 during the opening quarter. Miami possessed the football for only 2:25.

No additional points followed before the quarter ended. Indianapolis carried a 3-0 lead into the second period. 

Second Quarter

The Colts completed their second possession with Daniel Jones finding Michael Pittman Jr. for a 27-yard touchdown. Miami then lost possession after Kenny Moore II forced a Tagovailoa fumble. Xavien Howard recovered the ball at Miami’s 42.

Jones converted the short field into another touchdown. His one-yard rushing score increased Indianapolis’ lead to 17-0. Miami’s next series ended with a punt following sacks from Nick Cross and Samson Ebukam.

Indianapolis then used a 17-play drive before halftime. Shrader’s 35-yard field goal made the score 20-0. 

Third Quarter

Miami began the second half with possession and advanced near midfield. Laiatu Latu intercepted Tagovailoa at the Indianapolis 40. Jones immediately connected with Alec Pierce for 36 yards on Indianapolis’ next offensive play.

The Colts eventually settled for Shrader’s 28-yard field goal. That extended their advantage to 23-0. Miami later reached the Indianapolis 31-yard line. Three consecutive incomplete passes ended that possession on fourth down.

Fourth Quarter

Indianapolis entered the quarter during another long possession. Jones completed the 15-play drive with his second one-yard rushing touchdown. Miami answered with its only scoring drive. Tagovailoa found De’Von Achane for an 11-yard touchdown.

Tagovailoa then completed the two-point conversion pass to Julian Hill. Miami reduced the score to 30-8. Indianapolis responded with another scoring possession. Shrader converted from 48 yards for the game’s final points.

Team Stats Comparison

The team totals show Indianapolis controlling both possession volume and field position. Miami generated fewer plays and committed every turnover recorded. Indianapolis produced more than twice Miami’s net passing yardage. The Colts also ran 28 more rushing plays.

Key Numbers That Decided the Game

The largest statistical differences came from possession, turnovers, total offense, and drive completion.

• Miami committed three turnovers, while Indianapolis finished without a turnover.
• Indianapolis generated 418 net yards compared with Miami’s 211.
• The Colts held possession for 38:43, leaving Miami with 21:17.
• Indianapolis recorded 27 first downs, while Miami finished with 12.
• Every Indianapolis offensive possession ended with either a touchdown or field goal.

Full Box Score: Miami Dolphins

Miami’s passing game produced 146 gross yards before sack yardage reduced its net passing total. Tagovailoa threw Miami’s touchdown but also had two interceptions.

Achane led the rushing attack with 55 yards from seven carries. He also scored Miami’s only touchdown through the passing game.

Tyreek Hill led Miami receivers with 40 yards. No Dolphins receiver reached 50 receiving yards.

Passing

Rushing

Receiving

Kicking

Miami did not attempt a field goal or kicking extra point. Its post-touchdown conversion came through Tagovailoa’s pass to Julian Hill.

Riley Patterson handled Miami’s kicking duties but had no scoring attempt.

Returns

Miami received seven Indianapolis kickoffs and returned all seven. Dee Eskridge accounted for four returns and 109 yards.

Malik Washington added three returns for another 60 yards. Miami recorded no punt return yardage.

Defense

Miami’s defense spent significantly more time on the field because Indianapolis sustained long drives. Jordyn Brooks led all Dolphins with 14 tackles.

Tyrel Dodson added 13 tackles. Bradley Chubb recorded Miami’s only sack but ranked outside the top eight by tackles.

Full Box Score: Indianapolis Colts

Jones completed 22 passes and finished without an interception. His three total touchdowns included two short rushing scores.

Jonathan Taylor led the Colts with 71 rushing yards. Rookie DJ Giddens added 41 yards from 12 attempts.

Michael Pittman Jr. led Indianapolis with 80 receiving yards. Rookie Tyler Warren followed with 76 yards across seven catches.

Shrader converted every scoring kick he attempted. Indianapolis finished the game without recording an official punt.

Passing

Rushing

Receiving

Kicking

Shrader supplied 15 Indianapolis points. He converted four field goals and all three extra-point attempts.

His field goals came from 24, 35, 28, and 48 yards.

Returns

Indianapolis had only one kickoff return. Ashton Dulin returned Miami’s opening kickoff for 27 yards.

The Colts recorded no punt return yardage. Anthony Gould registered a fair catch rather than a return.

Defense

Indianapolis forced three Miami turnovers and produced three sacks. Nick Cross and Charvarius Ward Sr. shared the team lead with six tackles.

Camryn Bynum intercepted Miami’s opening possession. Laiatu Latu later recorded another interception despite finishing outside the top-eight tackle list.

Game Leaders and Top Performers

Daniel Jones

Jones controlled Indianapolis’ offense throughout his Colts debut. He completed 22 of 29 passes without committing a turnover.

He threw the touchdown pass to Pittman and scored twice on quarterback runs. Indianapolis scored during every offensive possession. 

Tyler Warren

Warren caught seven passes for 76 yards in his NFL debut. Those seven receptions led Indianapolis.

Several early completions to Warren helped move Indianapolis during its opening scoring drive. His longest reception covered 21 yards.

Michael Pittman Jr.

Pittman recorded six receptions for a game-high 80 receiving yards. His 27-yard touchdown opened the second-quarter scoring.

That touchdown completed Indianapolis’ 14-play, 84-yard second possession. It increased the lead to 10-0.

Spencer Shrader

Shrader scored on every field-goal and extra-point attempt. His four field goals supported drives that did not reach the end zone.

His final kick came from 48 yards with 2:23 remaining.

De’Von Achane

Achane led Miami with 55 rushing yards and added 20 receiving yards. He scored Miami’s only touchdown.

His 11-yard reception completed Miami’s first red-zone appearance during the fourth quarter.

Starting Lineups

The official gamebook listed both teams’ offensive and defensive starters. Different personnel structures prevent every defensive position from matching directly.

The paired defensive rows therefore preserve each team’s official position designation. They do not imply identical positional assignments.

Offensive Starters

Defensive Starters

Injury Report

Miami carried more pregame injury designations than Indianapolis. Three Dolphins were officially ruled out before the game.

Daniels and Eskridge were questionable but played. Daniels started at right guard, while Eskridge contributed as a receiver and returner.

Goodson was Indianapolis’ only questionable player on Friday’s final report. He was inactive on game day. 

Waller’s absence reduced Miami’s available veteran tight-end depth. Wright’s absence also reduced the available backfield behind Achane.

Daniels started but was ruled out during the game. Storm Duck was also listed as out of the game after halftime.

Jaylen Waddle briefly left during the third quarter but later returned. Colts cornerback Jaylon Jones also exited during the second half.

Season Series and Head to Head

Miami still holds the historical series advantage despite consecutive Indianapolis victories in 2024 and 2025.

Before the 2025 game, Miami led the regular-season series 46-29. Indianapolis’ victory changed that regular-season record to 46-30.

Miami’s official 2026 schedule notes list its overall Colts series advantage at 48-30. That figure includes two playoff meetings. 

Verified Recent Meetings

The permitted official sources verified the complete aggregate series but did not expose a complete 78-row historical ledger.

A full meeting-by-meeting table is therefore not reproduced. This avoids adding historical rows that cannot be independently verified here. 

Conference and League Standings

Both clubs entered Week 1 after finishing next to each other in the 2024 AFC standings. Indianapolis ranked ninth, and Miami ranked tenth.

Both had identical 8-9 records. This Week 1 result separated them immediately at the beginning of the 2025 schedule. 

Broadcast and Stream Information

CBS carried the game with a scheduled 1:00 p.m. Eastern kickoff. The official gamebook recorded the actual start at 1:03 p.m.

NFL+ provided eligible mobile streaming and game-audio options. Miami also listed Paramount+ as a livestream option for the CBS broadcast. 

Conclusion

The Miami Dolphins vs indianapolis colts match player stats show a game decided by possession control and Miami turnovers. Indianapolis consistently converted possessions into points while protecting the football. Miami could not establish sustained offense until the second half.

The result gave Indianapolis a winning start after its long opening-day drought. Miami immediately faced pressure before beginning its divisional schedule. Indianapolis next hosted Denver on September 14. Miami returned home to face New England on the same date. 

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FAQ

Who won the Miami Dolphins vs Indianapolis Colts game?

The Indianapolis Colts won the September 7, 2025 meeting. The victory gave Indianapolis a 1-0 start and Miami a 0-1 record. 

What were Daniel Jones’ stats against the Miami Dolphins?

Jones completed 22 of 29 passes for 272 yards and one touchdown. He added two rushing touchdowns without throwing an interception.

What were Tua Tagovailoa’s stats against the Colts?

Tagovailoa completed 14 of 23 passes for 114 yards. He threw one touchdown and two interceptions before Zach Wilson entered.

Who led the Colts in receiving yards against Miami?

Michael Pittman Jr. led Indianapolis with 80 receiving yards on six catches. Tyler Warren followed with seven receptions for 76 yards.

Who led the Dolphins in rushing against Indianapolis?

De’Von Achane led Miami with 55 rushing yards on seven attempts. He also caught Miami’s only touchdown pass during the fourth quarter.

How many turnovers did Miami commit against Indianapolis?

Miami committed three turnovers during the game. Indianapolis intercepted Tagovailoa twice and recovered one Tagovailoa fumble.

Did the Colts punt against the Dolphins?

Indianapolis recorded no official punts. Every Colts offensive possession ended with either a field goal or touchdown.