Colts vs. Chiefs: Week 5 special teams grades

KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 06: Kicker Adam Vinatieri #4 of the Indianapolis Colts kicks a field goal against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium on October 6, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Peter Aiken/Getty Images)
KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 06: Kicker Adam Vinatieri #4 of the Indianapolis Colts kicks a field goal against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium on October 6, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Peter Aiken/Getty Images) /
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The special teams might have fixed the issues that they had early on in the season. They were very good last night, and that play needs to continue.

Special teams have been a major storyline early in the season. They have struggled in the kicking game early. But all of those issues seem to be in the rearview mirror. The Colts have fixed those woes, and it was on display in their 19-13 win over Kansas City.

KICKING . A+. . K. Indianapolis Colts

Adam Vinatieri has fixed his issues. He made all four of the field goals that he attempted last night, and the only extra point. He looks as confident as he has ever been. This is good, because they are going to need him down the stretch of the season.

Frank Reich and Chris Ballard look smart for backing Vinny now. He has done a complete 180 from the first two weeks of the season. He is a leader on this team as well and should be commended for fighting through the demons he had early.

Indianapolis Colts. PUNTING . B+. . P

Rigoberto Sanchez did a good job punting the ball last night. He had an average of 41 yards and pinned the Chiefs deep late in the game too to help the defense out. The punt coverage did a good job as well not allowing any good returns.

B. . KR/PR. Indianapolis Colts. KICK/PUNT RETURN

Zach Pascal had a good couple of kick returns while he was filling in for Parris Campbell. He only had two returns, but averaged 24 yards a return. The Colts didn’t have any punt returns, as they were all fair caught.

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The special teams will continue to get better as the season goes on as well. The bye week will help the team get healthy and get more impact players on special teams back.