NFL Power Rankings Week 4: Philadelphia Eagles win with Carson Wentz

2018 NFL Power Rankings Week 4: Eagles earn tough win in Carson Wentz’s return

By Dan Parzych | Sep 23, 2018

PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 23: Running back Wendell Smallwood #28 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates his game-winning touchdown with teammates wide receiver Jordan Matthews #80, punter Cameron Johnston #1 and wide receiver Nelson Agholor #13 against the Indianapolis Colts during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on September 23, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia Eagles won 20-16. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

12 of 33

(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

22. Indianpolis Colts

Sadly, the Eagles gave the Colts so many opportunities on Sunday to pull off a potential upset win on the road, only to see them still end up on the losing end. Even if the argument can be made that the weather conditions played a key factor in this one, it still doesn’t take away from how great the Colts would have felt starting off the year with a 2-1 record instead of being 1-2 heading into Week 4.

Then again, on a positive note once again, Indianapolis has to be thrilled over the idea that Andrew Luck continues to show there’s no reason for concern over his shoulder injury, and is going to be the difference maker on offense. Not to mention, if the Colts’ defense continues to play well like they have over the last two weeks, this team could sneak up to be a surprise contender in the AFC.

Competing in the AFC isn’t going to be easy, and seeing Indianapolis hold Philadelphia to scoring just 20 points should be considered a win itself. By putting together more performances like this one, the Colts could end up surprising a lot of teams in the AFC, and could even battle for a playoff spot.

Home/Philadelphia Eagles