49ers beat Colts 48-27, Is San Francisco a dark horse Super Bowl contender? | The Herd

The San Francisco 49ers achieved a significant 48-27 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, with quarterback Brock Purdy delivering a standout performance by throwing for 295 yards and five touchdowns. However, the game was marred by an injury to tight end George Kittle, who sustained a mid-to-low ankle sprain, avoiding a more severe high ankle sprain.

In Week 17 of the NFL season, Colin Cowherd analyzed the shifting dynamics in the league, particularly highlighting the Jacksonville Jaguars' significant victory over the Denver Broncos, which raises questions about the Rams' previous dominance and their current ranking.

The Indianapolis Colts are facing a critical juncture in their season as they prepare for their final two games against the Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans, needing victories to keep their playoff hopes alive. Veteran quarterback Philip Rivers is set to make his third start, stepping in after the season-ending injury of Daniel Jones.

Six players from the Baltimore Ravens have been selected for this season's Pro Bowl Games, leading the NFL alongside the Denver Broncos, San Francisco 49ers, and Seattle Seahawks, despite the Ravens' challenging season with a record of 7-8 and a 9% chance of making the playoffs. The selected players include Patrick Ricard, Zay Flowers, Tyler Linderbaum, Roquan Smith, Kyle Hamilton, and Jordan Stout.