BERLIN (Interstat) — In a dramatic overtime contest played before an international audience, the Indianapolis Colts outlasted the Atlanta Falcons 31 to 25 on Sunday at Olympic Stadium Berlin.

A crowd of 72,203 fans witnessed the NFL’s International Series game, which saw the Colts improve to 8-2 on the season while the Falcons fell to 3-6.

The game was ultimately decided by a dominant performance from Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, who capped a historic day with a 6-yard touchdown run in the extra period to seal the victory for Indianapolis. Taylor was the engine of the Colts’ offense, carrying the ball 32 times for 244 yards and three touchdowns, including an 83-yard sprint in the fourth quarter that ignited the comeback.

The Colts struck first, capitalizing on their opening drive. A methodical series was finished by a 1-yard plunge from Taylor, though kicker Michael Badgley’s extra point attempt sailed wide right, leaving the score at 6-0.

Atlanta answered immediately. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who finished 12 of 28 for 177 yards, connected with receiver Drake London on passes of 30 and 13 yards to move the Falcons downfield. Running back Tyler Allgeier finished the drive with a 1-yard touchdown run, and Zane Gonzalez’s extra point gave Atlanta a 7-6 lead.

Indianapolis reclaimed the advantage just over a minute later. A 28-yard run by Taylor set up a 37-yard touchdown pass from Daniel Jones to Alec Pierce. Badgley’s successful point after put the Colts up 13-7.

The Falcons narrowed the gap just before halftime. Penix engineered a 10-play, 55-yard drive, culminating in a 16-yard touchdown pass to London. Gonzalez’s extra point sent the teams into the locker room with Indianapolis leading 13-7.

Atlanta was the only team to score in the third quarter, with Gonzalez converting a 43-yard field goal to bring the Falcons within three points at 13-10.

The fourth quarter became a back-and-forth thriller. Indianapolis extended its lead with a 34-yard Badgley field goal, making it 16-10. The Falcons’ offense, however, had stalled, and the game appeared to be slipping away.

Then, with just over six minutes remaining, Taylor broke the game open. He took a handoff up the middle, found a seam, and outran the Atlanta defense for an 83-yard touchdown. The Colts’ two-point conversion attempt failed, but they now held a 22-10 lead.

Needing two scores, the Falcons’ offense suddenly came to life. Penix led a critical 12-play, 71-yard drive, meticulously moving the ball into the red zone. Allgeier, who finished with 57 rushing yards, capped the drive with his second 1-yard touchdown run of the day. The Falcons then successfully executed a two-point conversion, with Penix finding London to tie the game at 22 with 1:44 left on the clock.

The Colts were not finished. Jones, who was efficient throughout, completing 19 of 26 passes for 255 yards and a touchdown while adding 53 yards on the ground, calmly led his team into field goal range. A key 19-yard scramble and a 10-yard completion to tight end Tyler Warren set up Badgley for a 44-yard field goal attempt with 25 seconds remaining. Badgley drilled the kick, putting Indianapolis ahead 25-22.

With no timeouts, the Falcons could not mount a response, sending the game to overtime.

In the extra period, the Falcons’ offense failed to generate a first down. A critical sack of Penix for a 12-yard loss forced a punt, giving the Colts possession near midfield.

Indianapolis leaned heavily on Taylor to secure the win. The Colts fed him the ball on six consecutive plays, and he delivered, grinding out 32 yards before finally plunging into the end zone from 8 yards out to end the game.

Beyond Taylor’s heroics, Jones distributed the ball effectively, with Warren being a primary target, hauling in 8 receptions for 99 yards. Pierce added 84 receiving yards and a touchdown on four catches.

Defensively for Indianapolis, linebacker Zaire Franklin led the team with 10 tackles and a sack, while safety Nick Cross also recorded a sack among his seven tackles. The Colts’ defense sacked Penix four times.

For Atlanta, London was the standout on offense with 6 receptions for 104 yards and a touchdown. Safety Xavier Watts anchored the defense with a game-high 12 tackles, and fellow safety Jessie Bates III recorded an interception.

The Falcons will look to rebound next Sunday when they host the Carolina Panthers. The Colts, continuing their push for the postseason, have a bye next week before traveling to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Nov. 23.