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Colts highlight offensive efficiency focus ahead of Chiefs matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:09 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Colts highlight offensive efficiency focus ahead of Chiefs matchup
Summary

The Indianapolis Colts are prioritizing early-down efficiency before their Week 2 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. After a disappointing performance against the Baltimore Ravens, where their offense struggled on first downs, head coach Shane Steichen emphasized the need to maintain positive yardage to avoid difficult third-down situations. Quarterback Daniel Jones reiterated this goal, stating that staying ahead of the chains sets the team up for success. Historically, the Colts have demonstrated strong early-down success, which they aim to replicate against a formidable Chiefs defense.

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  • •Colts face Chiefs in Week 2 after loss to Ravens.
  • •Offensive struggles included four first-down plays resulting in lost yardage.
  • •Steichen stresses importance of staying ahead of the sticks.
  • •Jones emphasizes the need for advantageous situations on early downs.
  • •Colts previously led NFL in early-down efficiency metrics last season.
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  • 6:09 PMYahoo Sports — Colts identify key offensive priority ahead of matchup with Chiefs
What they're saying
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Shane Steichen and Daniel Jones explained why early-down efficiency will be critical for the Colts against the Chiefs in Week 2.

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