Colts aim to avoid 0-2 start against Chiefs on Sunday night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

The Indianapolis Colts face the Kansas City Chiefs in a pivotal matchup on Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium. The Colts are seeking to rebound from a season-opening loss to the Baltimore Ravens and avoid starting the season 0-2, a significant challenge given that only 19% of teams with that record have reached the playoffs since 2021. Kansas City, fresh off a win against Denver, looks to build momentum after a disappointing previous season that resulted in missing the playoffs. Key matchups will include Colts’ defense against Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, as well as adjustments needed for Indianapolis to handle Kansas City’s offensive threats effectively.
- •Colts lost to Ravens in opener and are currently 0-1.
- •Chiefs defeated Broncos in their season opener and are 1-0.
- •Kansas City plays at home in a challenging environment for opponents.
- •Colts defensive communication issues need addressing against Mahomes.
- •Kansas City relies on revamped running game led by Kenneth Walker.
- 9:01 AMYahoo Sports — 14 things to know as Colts try to recover from blowout in opener, avoid 0-2 start vs Chiefs
"Only 19% of teams that start 0-2 have made the NFL playoffs since 2021; can Colts avoid that fate vs Chiefs?
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