This was the year for the Indianapolis Colts. They felt good about their team entering the season and were in line to make some serious noise. Those plans were put on hold when Andrew Luck announced that he was retiring from football.

While the world buzzed over Luck's decision, the Colts felt good about their next man up — and rightfully so. Jacoby Brissett has led the Colts to a 2-1 record so far this season. He has thrown for seven touchdowns this season to only one interception. Last time out, Brissett finished with 310 yards and two touchdowns in a winning effort over the Atlanta Falcons.

The Colts have another winnable game on Sunday against the Oakland Raiders. It all starts with the quarterback position.

These are three predictions for Brissett against the Raiders.

3. Brissett Leads Game Winning Drive

The Colts and Brissett have been impressive so far this season. Indianapolis is currently seven-point favorites at home in this game. This contest can be played within one score.

The Raiders are stingy. They are not great but they fight. There is no doubt that they can go into Indy and compete in this game.

The Colts will win the game and it could be because of a fourth quarter comeback by Brissett.

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2. New Life in Indy

One thing Brissett can do with a win in this game is bring hope to Indianapolis. The news of Luck's retirement was backbreaking. The season was pronounced over before it even started.

Now four weeks in, the Colts have a chance to be 3-1 on the season. This is a must-win game with tough opponents coming up.

A win guarantees that the Colts will spend another week at least tied atop the AFC South which would be a huge confidence boost.

1. Brissett Sets New Career-High

Coming into the season, Brissett had never known for three touchdowns in a game. He accomplished that feat in Week 2 against the Tennessee Titans. This week, he could set a new career-high.

Both teams could be in for a shootout in this game. If that is the case, Brissett will toss four touchdowns. This would get him to 11 touchdowns on the year which is more than Colts' fans could have wished for through four games.

The Raiders is vulnerable and one that could be exposed by Brissett and the Colts on Sunday.