There was a moment earlier in the season when Adam Vinatieri contemplated retiring with the Indianapolis Colts. Luckily for the Colts, he didn't, and on Sunday he nailed a game-winning field goal to defeat the Denver Broncos.

Earlier in this game, Vinatieri had missed a 45-yard field goal and an extra point. Nevertheless, the ageless kicker didn't let that deter him from delivering the Colts the victory in the waning seconds.

After Jacoby Brissett led a productive drive down the field, Vinatieri was able to put the ball through the uprights from 51-yards out. Altogether, Vinatieri made three of his four field-goal attempts—including two from 50 or more yards.

At 46-years-old, Vinatieri may not be as efficient as he once was but he'll never lose the clutch gene he manifested during his time with the New England Patriots.

–

Article Continues Below
More Indianapolis Colts News
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) stands on the field after the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
Anthony Richardson already dealing with nagging shoulder injuryScotty White ·
NFL rumors: Lions beat Bills, Commanders in ESPN's Trey Hendrickson trade bidding war
Lions beat Bills, Commanders in ESPN’s Trey Hendrickson trade bidding warChris Spiering ·
Three mystery players in the middle, Anthony Richardson and DeForest Buckner around them, Indianapolis skyline in the background
3 Indianapolis Colts hidden gems on 2025 roster you need to knowEnzo Flojo ·
Mystery player in the middle, Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor around him, Colts logo in the background
1 Indianapolis Colts rookie who stood out most in 2025 minicampEnzo Flojo ·
Daniel Jones in the middle, Anthony Richardson and Coach Shane Steichen around him, Stormy skies in the background
Indianapolis Colts’ riskiest move in 2025 NFL offseasonEnzo Flojo ·
Former NFL player Reggie Wayne looks on during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Ex-Colts WR Reggie Wayne breaks down in tears talking about Jim IrsayBenedetto Vitale ·

Follow NFL on ClutchPoints on Twitter & Instagram, and like us on Facebook. We can also be found on Flipboard where you can subscribe and follow us.

All of our NFL content can be found on the NFL section of the ClutchPoints home page here. For all of our fantasy football content, click here.

Follow NFL games live by downloading the ClutchPoints App and heading to the scores tab under the NFL section.

You can listen and subscribe to the Establish the Pass podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, and TuneIn. You can also find new episodes of Establish the Pass under the Podcast tab on the ClutchPoints home page.