Colts secure first win against Texans with late field goal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 11:02 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts achieved their first victory of the season against the Houston Texans on September 27, 2026. After leading for much of the game, the Colts found themselves trailing late but managed to get into field goal range for a game-winning kick by Spencer Shrader. Quarterback Daniel Jones struggled, throwing an interception and losing two fumbles, while the Colts' defense showed improvement, limiting Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud to 167 passing yards. The Colts will need to address offensive issues as they move forward.
- •Colts improve to 1-2 this season with the victory.
- •Spencer Shrader kicked the game-winning field goal in the final moments.
- •Daniel Jones struggled with three turnovers during the game.
- •Colts' defense limited Texans to 33 rushing yards and 7 points.
- •Next game for the Colts will be crucial to maintain momentum.
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