Indianapolis Colts set up winning field goal against Houston Texans late
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts aimed for a comeback against the Houston Texans on September 27, 2026, trailing 17-16 late in the fourth quarter. A pivotal play came when Daniel Jones connected with Laquon Treadwell for a 20-yard gain, bringing the Colts into field goal range. Following the catch, Jonathan Taylor helped run down the clock before Spencer Shrader successfully kicked a 53-yard field goal with 16 seconds remaining. This marked another tough loss for the Texans, dropping them to an 0-3 record this season.
- •Colts gained 20 yards on critical pass from Daniel Jones to Laquon Treadwell.
- •Spencer Shrader's 53-yard field goal sealed the win.
- •The Texans allowed valuable seconds to pass without calling timeout.
- •Houston drops to 0-3 on the season with this loss.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Texans key play: Indianapolis Colts' long pass play helps set up winning field goal
"The Texans' defense needed a stop to ensure a win, but a chunk pass play by the Colts helped change the complexion of Indianapolis' final possession.
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