It hasn't been an easy start for Carson Wentz with the Indianapolis Colts, but after three tough weeks, he has finally led them to their first win of the 2021 NFL season. They still have a ton of work to do in a bid to continue climbing out of their current 1-3 hole, but after a timely victory this past Sunday, things may finally be headed in the right direction for Indy.

It is particularly important to note that Wentz got a ton of help on offense from Jonathan Taylor and Michael Pittman Jr., who both had a strong performances in their Week 4 match-up against the Miami Dolphins. Mo Alie-Cox was also big for them last weekend, coming up with two timely touchdowns that helped them seal their first W of the season.

With a tough road still ahead of them, let's take a look at the three biggest takeaways from the Colts' big win against the Dolphins in Week 4.

3. Carson Wentz is starting to play like his former self 

After going 24 of 32 on 228 yards passing to go along with two touchdowns against the Dolphins, Carson Wentz certainly played on the same level as he was during his rookie campaign with the Philadelphia Eagles. Looking to build on this success heading into next week's Monday night match-up against the Baltimore Ravens, Wentz will need to be at the top of his game against their opponents' tough-nosed defense.

Despite enduring a series of injuries early into the new season, Wentz has shown his toughness to lead the Colts to their first win. With the way he has been playing of late, this definitely won't be the last time he leads them to victory this season. Aiming to put up big numbers again next Monday night, Wentz is poised to keep up with his highly productive play.

2. The Colts have developed a well-balanced offense 

With strong performances from Taylor, Pittman Jr., Alie-Cox and Zach Pascal, the Colts showed a potent offensive attack that outlasted the persistent Dolphins. If they want to come away win another big win in Week 5, then they'll need a strong performance from all of these guys.

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After Wentz effortlessly moved the ball around and kept everyone involved on offense, it's safe to say that the Colts have put together a well-balanced offense with a multi-faceted attack that'll look to make things difficult for the Ravens' top-tier defense.

With a pivotal match-up for them next week, the Colts will need a big performance from all of their key offensive players.

1. Darius Leonard and Xavier Rhodes led the charge for Indy's defense 

Coming off another strong showing in Week 4, Darius Leonard and Xavier Rhodes combined for 12 tackles and gave the Dolphins offense all kinds of trouble. Looking ahead to next Monday, it can definitely be expected that Leonard and Rhodes will have another productive day for the Colts.

In their continued quest to get over .500 this season, next week's match-up will be vital and coming away with a win will prove to be highly beneficial as the Colts look to re-establish a winning culture in Indianapolis. So watch out for Leonard, Rhodes and the Indy defense to make things difficult for the Ravens in Week 5.