Other than the Lombardi Trophy, players and coaches in the NFL also have the motivation to win individual awards. Individual awards have the potential to bid a player well, as they can have an effect on current and future contract negotiations. They also cement a players name in the history book next to some of the game’s greatest players. In 2025, the Indianapolis Colts have a handful of players and a coach who could possibly earn these awards at the end of the season.
What Yearly Awards Could Colts Players Bring Home Midway Through 2025?
There are five different awards that Colts players and staff can be up for. Those awards include the NFL MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Comeback Player of the Year. It is improbable that one team can win each of these awards in one season. Although it’s improbable, it’s not impossible. It can be done, and there are stats to prove it. Here are the possible Indianapolis Colts award winners in 2025.
NFL MVP – Jonathan Taylor
The NFL MVP is an award dominated by the quarterback. Despite the award being considered quarterback only, running back Jonathan Taylor has made his case for winning the award. Taylor has produced “video game-like” numbers so far this season. Taylor is currently the Triple Crown leader when it comes to NFL rushing stats. Regardless of the season only being halfway over, Taylor has 143 carries for 850 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Another key factor is that those are just Taylor’s rushing stats. If you were to add his receiving stats into the mix, it becomes more compelling. In that case, Taylor also tacks on 206 yards and 2 touchdowns. In total, that leads to Taylor having 1,056 all-purpose yards and 14 touchdowns. Overall, the MVP hasn’t been won by a running back since 2012 (Adrian Peterson), but with these numbers, Taylor makes a strong case.
Offensive Player of the Year – Daniel Jones
It is no secret that Daniel Jones is having a resurgence in his career. In his eighth season, Jones is putting up top quarterback-like numbers. Jones’ total offensive yards rank at the top of the league with 2,148 total yards, 17 total touchdowns, and a 79.2 QBR (which ranks second in the league). He has already almost surpassed his 2022 season, which statistically was his best season, where he had 22 total touchdowns.
Another factor in putting Jones in this category is how he is running this offense. The Colts’ offense is ranked first in points, yards, and touchdowns per game. They also rank first in points and yards per play. Daniel Jones is taking over the Colts offense and succeeding at a historical rate, leading his case for the Offensive Player of the Year award.
Offensive Rookie of the Year – Tyler Warren
Picking Tyler Warren with the fourteenth overall pick in the 2025 draft was exactly what the doctor ordered in Indianapolis. The rookie sensation out of Penn State University is showing everyone what the hype around him was all about. Putting stats aside, Warren is proving his versatility in the Colts’ offense. Warren is showing that he can line up as a tight end, a fullback, a receiver, and even at quarterback. As far as totals go, Warren has 37 receptions (50 targets), 498 yards, and four touchdowns. With these types of numbers at hand, Warren ranks toward the top of all rookies and among the top tight ends in 2025.
Comeback Player of the Year Award – Daniel Jones
As stated earlier, Jones is having a rejuvenated season in 2025. Although this award is normally for players coming back from injury, Jones has a strong case for this as well. The statistical case for Jones is argued for the Offensive Player of the Year award, but this award stretches beyond the stats. With the pressure of playing under the New York media, Jones never really got the recognition that he deserved while he was with the Giants.
It is to be remembered that the Giants cut Jones last season, then he signed with the Minnesota Vikings. Jones has credited his stint with the Vikings with why he is having a successful season with the Colts. So far, Jones is proving why he deserved the first-round pick back in 2018. Also, Joe Flacco won this award back in 2023 after playing for the Jets in 2022.
Coach of the Year Award – Shane Steichen
Coming into the year, Steichen was listed as being the top coach on the hot seat. Now in week nine, that seat is ice cold. Steichen is proving doubters wrong with his play-calling and leadership. This year’s Colts team is firing on all cylinders offensively. Why is that important? Well, it just so happens that Steichen is the painter behind the master piece. Steichen is leading the Colts to their best start since 2009 with a record of 7-1. This Colts team has done a complete turnaround culture-wise from the last two seasons. It seems that players are more bought into the plan Steichen has set, and are being held accountable for their actions. It is rare to see a coach go from zero to hero in a matter of months. But just like this entire Colts team, Steichen is defying the odds.
Finally, it is to be known that it will be difficult for all these scenarios to become true, but not impossible. The Indianapolis Colts have a serious shot at bringing home all of these awards in 2025. Their continued success will play a major role in getting these awards. If the Colts can continue this success, it will be hard to argue against these guys winning these awards. As stated in the opening, the Lombardi Trophy is the ultimate award, but it’s satisfying to see the Colts organization get the recognition they deserve in 2025.
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