“It’s the same thing every year.”
Heading into Week 10 against the Buffalo Bills, the Indianapolis Colts locker room was already unsettled, just weeks after the decision to bench second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson sparked controversy. Following another tough loss on Sunday, Colts star cornerback Kenny Moore II had pointed words for his teammates post-game.
Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, starting in place of Richardson, had a rough outing for the second straight game, with three turnovers in a 30-20 loss—a score that didn’t reflect the Colts’ true struggles.
Individually, Moore put in a strong performance, intercepting Bills quarterback Josh Allen in the third quarter when the game was still within reach for the Colts. However, the team’s offensive turnovers and inability to contain Buffalo’s rushing attack led to their third consecutive loss, pushing them further from the AFC playoff picture.
After the game, Moore didn’t hold back in his comments to reporters, expressing his belief that some players weren’t giving their all. “I don’t think everybody is working as hard as possible,” Moore stated. “And it’s showing. I’m not one to sugarcoat things. The urgency, the details, the effort—none of it seems consistent from meetings to practice to games, and it shows.”
He continued, emphasizing the need for players to reflect on their dedication. “You’ve got to define yourself and the team’s identity. We need to look ourselves in the mirror and decide how much we want it. What frustrates me is seeing the same mistakes week after week. When you’re back on the field, you have a chance to change the narrative.”
Moore voiced his exasperation with the team’s stagnant growth. “To make the same mistakes repeatedly… It drives me insane. At the start of the season, we all agreed that each week was a new opportunity. But here we are in November, and I’m seeing the same patterns. We need to stop beating around the bush—that’s where we fall short, and it’s been the same story year after year.”
Moore’s comments resonate, underscoring the need for the Colts to define their identity. The shift from Richardson to Flacco was intended to give the team a better shot at winning, but that strategy now seems questionable. And with a 4-6 record, it’s unclear if winning now outweighs the importance of developing Richardson.
As the season unfolds, the Colts’ true priorities will become clearer. However, from Moore’s perspective, urgent change is necessary if the team wants to compete in the second half of the season.
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