Boos and calls to "Fire Ballard" rained down from the Colts' home fans Sunday as Indianapolis lost to previously winless Tennessee. Said coach Shane Steichen: "I don't blame them for booing one freaking bit."
Indianapolis Colts fans booed the team and chanted for general manager Chris Ballard's firing during a 26-20 loss to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. The Colts blew a 13-0 halftime lead by allowing 20 unanswered points in the second half, dropping their season record to 2-4 against a previously winless Titans squad. Head coach Shane Steichen and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner stated after the defeat that they understood and shared the home crowd's frustration.
Despite outgaining Tennessee 399 yards to 186, Indianapolis committed three turnovers and experienced costly special teams and defensive breakdowns. Quarterback Daniel Jones threw two interceptions, bringing his season turnover total to nine. Following the loss, Steichen reaffirmed his commitment to Jones, confirming he will remain the Colts' starting quarterback despite the offensive struggles.
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