Colts defense struggles again in loss to Steelers, calls for Anarumo's job arise
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 9:55 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

The Indianapolis Colts fell to the Pittsburgh Steelers 34-22 on October 8, 2026, marking a disappointing 2-3 start to the season. The defense allowed significant yardage, including 188 scrimmage yards to Jaylen Warren and three touchdown passes from Aaron Rodgers. This performance is part of a troubling trend, as the defense has been criticized for poor showings in three of five games so far. There are increasing calls for the team to consider firing defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo due to the team's inability to execute an effective game plan and communication errors on the field.
- •Colts allow 27.6 points per game so far this season.
- •Defense struggled against elite quarterbacks, giving up big plays.
- •Calls are growing for Lou Anarumo's dismissal after poor performances.
- •Colts’ defense has been outperformed in three of their five games.
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — It’s time to fire Lou
"The Colts defense has been awful in three of five games, and the same problems keep showing up under Lou Anarumo.
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