The Indianapolis Colts finally got the defensive performance they desperately needed. After allowing 1,029 yards and 74 points through the first two weeks, Indianapolis held Houston to just 223 total yards and snapped a nine-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Daniels didn't play in what became his club's 33-31 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
If there was one player of the Indianapolis Colts who was greatly relieved after their win over the Houston Texans on Sunday, it was cornerback Sauce Gardner.
Finally, the Indianapolis Colts snapped their nine-game losing streak dating back to the 2025 season by taking out the Houston Texans at home, 19-17. Through three games, this Colts roster has been difficult to get a beat on and evaluate properly, but we gathered some key information from the squad in this home victory.
How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Houston Texans 19-17 on Sunday, ending a nine-game losing streak. The offense didn’t make it easy. Indianapolis outgained Houston 300-223, but it scored one touchdown, gave the ball away three times and needed Spencer Shrader’s 53-yard field goal with 16 seconds left.
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
The Indianapolis Colts got a much-needed win against the Houston Texans in Week 3, but it wasn't all rainbows and sunshine. The Colts and Texans went toe-to-toe
The Indianapolis Colts earned their first win of the young 2026 regular season after beating the Houston Texans 19-17 at home. Indianapolis found itself in a must-win scenario after losing its first two games of the season against the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs, and leaving Lucas Oil Stadium with a win was a much-needed pivot.
The Indianapolis Colts finally won a football game Sunday, and they needed every bit of Spencer Shrader’s leg to do it. Shrader, who hurt his groin in pregame warmups, drilled a 53-yard field goal with 16 seconds left to beat the Houston Texans 19-17 and snap a nine-game losing streak in a must-win game at Lucas Oil Stadium.
The Indianapolis Colts finally got back into the win column Sunday, defeating the Houston Texans 19-17 in a thrilling AFC South battle at Lucas Oil Stadium.
For about 90 seconds late Sunday afternoon, it looked like the Indianapolis Colts had found another way to lose. Instead, Spencer Shrader drilled a 53-yard field goal with 16 seconds left, and the Colts beat the Houston Texans 19-17 at Lucas Oil Stadium to snap a nine-game losing streak.
Spencer Shrader kicked four field goals, including a 53-yarder with 16 seconds remaining, to lead the Indianapolis Colts to a 19-17 victory over the visiting Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon.
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Somebody in the AFC South is leaving Lucas Oil Stadium at 0-3 on Sunday, and the Indianapolis Colts have a real shot at making sure it isn’t them. The
The Indianapolis Colts placed Alec Pierce on injured reserve Saturday and elevated fellow wide receiver Anthony Gould from the practice squad. Pierce will miss a minimum of four games after aggravating a heel injury during Sunday night's 33-30 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Indianapolis Colts elevated veteran wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine from the practice squad Saturday, adding another option as they try to replace Alec Pierce against the Houston Texans.
The Colts announced that they have placed WR Alec Pierce on injured reserve due to a heel injury and signed WR Anthony Gould to the active roster in his place.
Indianapolis Colts tight end Mo Alie-Cox has issued a response to owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s activity on the sidelines during their games. The Colts have endured a tough run of form that has carried into the 2026/27 season, with them losing their opening two games of the current campaign.
According to Tony Pauline of EssentiallySports, Colts WR Alec Pierce is expected to miss 4-6 weeks after aggravating his surgically repaired heel. Pierce
The Colts elected to retain head coach Shane Steichen and general manager Chris Ballard for 2026. The latter is notably on an expiring contract, however.
Recent player punishments are as ridiculous as they are hypocritical, and they're also a reminder of the league's reputation of being a place where no fun is allowed.
Things have not gone according to plan for the Colts early this season. Defensive struggles in particular have helped contribute to the team’s 0-2 start.
Coming off a 20-6 loss to the Bengals, the 0-2 Texans will play the 0-2 Colts in what could prove to be a massive game for both clubs this coming Sunday.
The Indianapolis Colts need second-year tight end Tyler Warren to begin cooking pronto.
The Colts announced they have signed WR Eli Pancol to their practice squad. They had an open spot. Indianapolis’ practice squad now includes: DT Cam
Before the San Francisco 49ers improved to 2-0 on their season, multiple individuals who cover the team suggested that the club, which is in need of some help for its defensive front, could eventually embrace a reunion with Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner.
Looks like Kelce isn't completely washed.
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen electing to kick off after winning the overtime coin toss of Sunday night's game at the Kansas City Chiefs
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