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The Colts shouldn’t panic…just yet

The Indianapolis Colts suffered a rough start to their 2026 campaign, dropping their home opener 41-23 against the Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 13. Baltimore amassed 506 total yards, fueled by the offensive punch of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry as well as newly installed offensive and defensive schemes under their fresh head coach and offensive coordinator.

A fourth-quarter touchdown celebration by Colts tight end Tyler Warren provided little solace on a day when defender Justin Walley encountered visible difficulties preventing explosive plays.

The setback extended a dismal opening-day trend for Indianapolis, which has now failed to secure a victory in 11 of its previous 13 Week 1 contests, counting a tie across that span. The defensive breakdown even prompted postgame commentary from Sauce Gardner, underscoring the work ahead for Indianapolis after an opening performance where Baltimore overwhelmed them across both phases.