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Monday, 19 December 2005 |
Indianapolis Colts beaten by San Diego Chargers
The Indianapolis Colts' bid to record only the second unbeaten season
in NFL history ended with a 26-17 home loss to the San Diego Chargers.
Nate Kaeding kicked four field goals and Michel Turner had a late
touchdown to frustrate the Colts, who had hoped to emulate the 1972
Miami Dolphins.
Cornerback Quentin Jammer intercepted a pass by Peyton Manning with one minute 35 seconds left to seal the victory.
The win keeps the San Diego Chargers level with Pittsburgh for an AFC wild card spot.
And Indianapolis Colts (13-1) will turn their thoughts to a run at the Super Bowl, for which they will still be favourites.
In Saturday's action, New England quarterback Tom Brady threw for three
touchdowns to lead the Patriots to a 28-0 win over Tampa Bay.
The defending Super Bowl champions sealed the AFC East division title
as Tom Brady made his 85th consecutive start despite a left shin
injury.
But the Buccaneers' Chris Simms was less fortunate, being sacked seven
times as the New England defence held his offensive line-up to 138
yards.
The Patriots (9-5) have outscored their last three opponents 79-10.
Tom Brady completed 20 of 31 passes for 258 yards, giving him a career-high 3,888 yards this season.
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