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The Colts (2-13) have now won two straight games against their division rivals, supported by Orlovsky, a former quarterback for Houston, who had lost their first nine games played in the NFL start.
Wayne will remember forever the catch was crucial in the party. His contract is expiring, and the play that gave the Colts finalized the lead for the first time in the match.
"Certainly, Reggie was a spectacular match," said Colts coach Jim Caldwell. "He caught the ball well, he was active running. He had a tremendous game completely."
A week ago, the Colts were at risk of being the second team in history with a 0-16 record in a campaign. Now they may even pass to St. Louis or Minnesota (2-12) to not be like the worst team in the season.
Houston (10-5), already winner of the Southern Division of the AFC, came to this meeting in a situation that seemed to be scoring many points at the beginning and then play relaxed and prepare for the playoffs.
The scenario was very different.
The Texans did not seem ready for the postseason. After coming very close to the end zone twice, had to settle for field goals, did not convert third down until late in the fourth quarter, when they were helped by a rebound, his running game was canceled at the end of meeting, and his defense helped the Colts, with three penalties during the attack that made the difference.
Houston fell thus improved to 0-10 in Indianapolis and continues to seek rest in the first round of the playoffs. He has not scored more than 20 points in a game since Nov. 27.
Brian Cushing entered the offensive line on the first play of the game, to capture Orlovsky and strip the ball. Arian Foster rushed the ball eight yards on the next play and then took nine, to the end zone to give Houston the lead 7-0.
It seemed that the Texans made their way to an easy victory, but the Colts were scoring points with field goals until Orlovsky could build their latest attack, encouraged from the side of the field by Peyton Manning, the quarterback, who has lost all the campaign after cervical surgery.
