Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts are 2-6, third in the AFC South. They have lost 4 in a row. Next they host the Dallas Cowboys. Bye: Week 13.
Record
- Record
- 2-6
- Division
- AFC South
- Streak
- L4
- Last 5
- 1-4
Colts Week 9 outlook
The Colts have dropped four straight and sit at 2-8, with the losing streak including a lopsided 42-7 defeat in Jacksonville and a 16-10 loss at Minnesota before a 26-20 setback to Tennessee. The offense has scored just 161 points on the season against 222 allowed, and that gap shows up on the scoreboard every week. Dallas comes to Indianapolis in Week 9, and the market gives the Colts a 31.1 percent win chance at home, reflecting how far this team has fallen off through eight games.
Jonathan Taylor remains the engine of this offense and draws the best possible matchup, facing a Dallas run defense ranked dead last in the league at 32 of 32. That ranking makes him the clear fantasy priority this week. Daniel Jones, Keenan Allen and Josh Downs all face a Cowboys defense ranked 27th or worse against their positions, which should open opportunities through the air as well. Tyler Warren's matchup is tougher at 14th, tempering his upside somewhat.
Injuries complicate the picture. Anthony Gould and Justin Walley are both out, while Bryce Boettcher and Drew Ogletree carry questionable tags into kickoff. Alec Pierce remains on injured reserve, further thinning the receiver room behind Allen and Downs.
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2026 season so far
Through 8 games: 2-6, 3rd in the AFC South. They have scored 161 points and allowed 222 across 8 games, 20.1 for and 27.8 against per game. They have lost 4 straight. Daniel Jones leads in passing yards (1,542); Jonathan Taylor leads in rushing yards (636); Josh Downs leads in receiving yards (391).
Next game
Dallas Cowboys at Indianapolis Colts ·
Injuries
- Jalen TravisOTQuestionable
- Akeem Davis-GaitherLBOut
- A.J. HaulcySQuestionable
- Justin WalleyCBOut
Colts fantasy players this week
- 1Jonathan TaylorRB16.0
- 2Daniel JonesQB13.0
- 3Tyler WarrenTE10.5
- 4Keenan AllenWR9.5
- 5Spencer ShraderK9.0
- 6Josh DownsWR7.0
- 7Alec PierceWR5.5
- 8Seth McGowanRB3.5
- 9DJ GiddensRB3.5
- 10Laquon TreadwellWR2.5
Projected DraftKings points, from News Hub Fantasy.
Latest Colts news
Jonathan Taylor remains a notable name in trade rumors ahead of the deadline, but the Seahawks are reportedly not considered a genuine contender to land the All-Pro running back. Seattle's lack of interest narrows the list of potential suitors as speculation continues about Taylor's future with the Colts.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Rookie linebacker CJ Allen will wear the green dot and handle defensive play-calling duties for the Colts this Sunday, marking the first time he's taken on that responsibility in a regular-season game. Allen had been viewed as a strong candidate for the role during training camp.
Reported byStampede Blue,Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
An NFL analyst has floated the idea of the Lions pursuing a trade for Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward ahead of the deadline. Ward is signed to a deal worth $54 million, and adding him would address Detroit's need for secondary depth and experience. No trade talks have been confirmed.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Jonathan Taylor remains on the Colts' roster entering the weekend, with the trade deadline looming. That means his upcoming game could be his last in Indianapolis if a deal is struck beforehand. For now, his situation with the team is unchanged as speculation about a potential move continues.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Akeem Davis-Gaither has been ruled out for Indianapolis' Week 9 matchup against Dallas due to a knee injury, according to the team's Friday injury report. His absence will thin the Colts' linebacker depth as they look for reinforcements elsewhere on defense this week.
Source:Stampede BlueOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Team leaders
- 1,542
Passing yards
Daniel Jones - 636
Rushing yards
Jonathan Taylor - 391
Receiving yards
Josh Downs - 70
Tackles
Akeem Davis-Gaither - 19
Field goals
Spencer Shrader
2026 by the numbers
- Home
- 1-2
- Road
- 1-5
- Points per game
- 21.2
- Allowed per game
- 28.9
- Biggest win: 30-13 at Washington Commanders
- Toughest loss: 7-42 at Jacksonville Jaguars
2026 schedule and results
- Week 18at Houston TexansL 30-38
- Week 1vs Baltimore RavensL 23-41
- Week 2at Kansas City ChiefsL 30-33
- Week 3vs Houston TexansW 19-17
- Week 4at Washington CommandersW 30-13
- Week 5at Pittsburgh SteelersL 22-34
- Week 6vs Tennessee TitansL 20-26
- Week 7at Minnesota VikingsL 10-16
- Week 8at Jacksonville JaguarsL 7-42
- Week 9vs Dallas Cowboys
- Week 10vs Miami Dolphins
- Week 11at Houston Texans
- Week 12vs New York Giants
- Week 14at Philadelphia Eagles
- Week 15at Tennessee Titans
- Week 16vs Cincinnati Bengals
- Week 17at Cleveland Browns
- Week 18vs Jacksonville Jaguars
Data: News Hub Fantasy · Data: nflverse (CC-BY 4.0)