Raiders’ edge rusher vs. Colts’ offensive line

The collapse of the once-feared Colts offensive line might be the biggest reason for the team’s struggles. It gave up nine sacks against the Patriots to drop to the 31st-ranked unit in the league by Pro Football Focus’ metrics — ahead of only the injury-ravaged Rams’ front. Indianapolis’ run blocking hasn’t been any better than its pass protection, also sitting 31st ahead of the Rams in adjusted line yards. Enter Maxx Crosby, who’s continued to be a menace despite getting consistently double-teamed and occasionally triple-teamed. Crosby is tied for the league lead with 13 tackles for loss and rated as the NFL’S best run defender by Pro Football Focus. That strength will be needed with the Colts expected to get back running back Jonathan Taylor, last year’s NFL rushing leader, from an ankle injury. Crosby has gone three straight games without a sack, but this feels like a game where that dry spell will end.

STEVE MARCUS