“End the Season Already”: NFL World Reacts After Colts Replace Super Bowl Loser Matt Ryan With a Super Bowl Winner

The Colts are almost out of playoff contention and appear to be on the path of improving their draft picks next year. Meanwhile, a major revamp happened inside the locker room, with Matt Ryan being placed on the bench again and former Super Bowl Champion Nick Foles taking the charge at the center. This move comes ahead of the Colts’ clash against the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday Night Football.

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NFL insider Adam Schefter unveiled this news to the outside world. “And now HC Jeff Saturday has made the announcement official: QB Nick Foles will start Monday night vs. the Chargers.” he wrote on Twitter.

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And now HC Jeff Saturday has made the announcement official: QB Nick Foles will start Monday night vs. the Chargers.

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Interestingly, this is the second time the Colts‘ management benched Ryan after acquiring the former Cardinals passer this season. Last time it was Sam Ehlinger who replaced Ryan, and now Foles’ arrival has raised concerns about his availability next year. Indeed, the poor record has been one of the most prominent reasons.

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“Just didn’t feel like we made enough plays offensively,” coach Jeff Saturday said about the decision. “It’s no secret. We haven’t converted in the red zone. And ultimately, you’ve gotta make plays in the NFL, and we’re not making nearly enough explosive plays.” he added, detailing more about the terrible loss against the Vikings, per ESPN.

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Similarly, the sudden promotion to start the games came as a surprise for Foles. He admitted having no hopes of getting the job. Because he was a third-string prospect, and the season is about to end with few games to spare. Hence, the upcoming match-ups will prove, as an opportunity for him to get back to his winning ways and relish the Super Bowl victory he had against Tom Brady in 2018.

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The Colts are currently progressing with a season record of 4-9-1 and are placed third in the AFC with no chances to contend for the playoffs. So the remaining games will help the management to weigh their assets on keeping them in the future. Meanwhile, Matt Ryan’s situation has now become a hot topic among fans.