History says Colts' Week 2 game v. Chiefs is a must-win
History tells us that the Colts' Week 2 matchup with the Chiefs is a must-win game for Indianpaolis.
The Indianapolis Colts currently face a challenging situation as they enter Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season, with a must-win scenario ahead of them against their AFC West rivals, the Kansas City Chiefs. History suggests that an opening-day record of 0-2 is difficult to overcome, as only eight out of the 40 teams to start the season 0-2 since 2021 managed to reach the postseason, according to Eric Edholm of Yahoo!
Sports. This trend extends even further back, with only 35 of the 288 teams that began the season 0-2 between 1990 and 2024 eventually making the playoffs, reported NFL.com. The Colts' challenges extend beyond the historical context, as their defense suffered a significant setback in Week 1. They were overwhelmed by the Baltimore Ravens, allowing over 500 yards of offense and 41 points, which underscored the need for improvement.
The road to Week 2 is not easy for the Colts, with subsequent matchups against Houston, Washington in London, and Pittsburgh looming on the schedule. While 16 games remain in the season, it would be an understatement to call the upcoming game against the Chiefs a must-win scenario.
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