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49ers vs. Colts: Playoff hopes on the line Monday
23 Dec
Summary
- 49ers aim to win NFC West and secure top seed with three straight wins.
- Colts face elimination from division contention with a loss.
- Key players like DeForest Buckner return for the Colts.
The San Francisco 49ers are set to face the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football, a game with significant implications for both teams' playoff aspirations. The 49ers, holding a 10-4 record and riding a four-game winning streak, are aiming to secure the NFC West title and potentially the No. 1 seed in the conference.
Meanwhile, the Colts, at 8-6, are on a four-game skid and a loss would put them on the brink of elimination from division contention. This crucial Week 16 game kicks off at 8:15 p.m. ET, with the 49ers entering as 4.5-point favorites.
Indianapolis will welcome back defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from injured reserve, though they will be without left tackle Bernhard Raimann. The 49ers will miss cornerback Renardo Green and wide receiver Ricky Pearsall. Both teams have upcoming games that could further shape the playoff picture.
