The Indianapolis Colts faced a tough challenge in their season opener against the Houston Texans, losing 29-27 despite strong performances from quarterback Anthony Richardson. After a year out due to injury, Richardson demonstrated his skill with long touchdown plays, showcasing the depth of the Colts' offensive capabilities.
However, the Colts have yet to win their opening game since 2013, and the passing game, particularly with rookie AD Mitchell, showed signs of needing further development. On defense, the Colts' pass rush produced four sacks against Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, though secondary challenges persisted throughout the match.
Special teams made an impact when linebacker Segun Olubi blocked a punt, leading to a touchdown by Jonathan Taylor. The game also featured a nod to former Colts star TY Hilton, who showed his support during the pregame festivities.
