Colts and Patriots finish preseason matchup tied in Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots ended their preseason game on August 13, 2026, in a tie. Colts kicker Spencer Shrader showed improvement, successfully making a 61-yard field goal, while Blake Grupe missed a 61-yard attempt. Special teams players such as Coleman Owen and Jonathan Owens stood out, helping the team optimize its punting game. With roster decisions looming, the performance of players fighting for final roster spots will be crucial in the coming weeks.
- •Colts finished preseason game against Patriots with a tie.
- •Spencer Shrader made two field goals, including a long 61-yarder.
- •Coleman Owen averaged 12.8 yards on punt returns.
- •Jonathan Owens recorded significant stops on special teams.
- •Final roster decisions to be influenced by these performances.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Colts' Preseason Special Teams Report, Week 1
"One Indianapolis Colts player closed some ground in the kicker battle, while some punt team members earned their stripes.
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