Colts fall to Ravens in week 1, raising concerns about coaches' futures
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:03 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts suffered a 41–23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on September 13, 2026, prompting scrutiny of head coach Shane Steichen and GM Chris Ballard. Despite an early lead with a touchdown from Jonathan Taylor, Baltimore dominated, ending the first half 31-13 after big plays from Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry. Steichen acknowledged the team's failures while emphasizing it is just one game. Looking forward, the Colts face the Kansas City Chiefs on September 20.
- •Colts lose 41–23 to Ravens in week 1 on September 13, 2026.
- •Jonathan Taylor scored early to give Indianapolis the lead.
- •Ravens outscored Colts 31–13 by halftime.
- •Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry key in Ravens' victory.
- •Colts play Kansas City Chiefs on September 20.
- 5:03 AMYahoo Sports — ‘An Embarrassing Showing’ — Colts Reporter Insists HC Shane Steichen, GM Chris Ballard Shouldn’t ‘Feel Safe’ After Week 1 Blowout
"The Indianapolis Colts entered the 2026 season hoping to build on their 8–9 finish from 2025. Instead, a 41–23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens has raised fresh questions about head coach Shane Steichen and GM Chris Ballard.
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