- Matchup: Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts
- Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Venue: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Odds: Titans +8.0
- Over/Under Total: 43.5
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The Tennessee Titans (0-5) will face off against the Indianapolis Colts (2-3) this Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium. Indianapolis enters this game as 8-point favorites according to Las Vegas betting lines, with the total set at 43.5 points.
The Titans are struggling this season with a record of 0-5, having lost their last match against the Houston Texans, 26-3. Tony Pollard led the Titans in rushing with 14 carries for 52 yards (3.7 yards per attempt), while Wan’Dale Robinson made 6 receptions for 53 yards, averaging 8.8 yards per catch. Quarterback Cam Ward completed 23 passes out of 36 attempts for 170 yards, posting a quarterback rating of 63.4, although he did throw 1 interception. On defense, the Titans allowed 79 rushing yards on 27 carries (2.9 yards per attempt) and surrendered 26 completions on 34 attempts for 250 passing yards, resulting in a completion percentage of 76.5%. In total, they managed only 54 offensive plays, accumulating 187 yards and averaging 3.2 yards per rush on 18 attempts.
In terms of scoring, the Titans are averaging just 11.6 points per game, ranking them 31st in the league. They have managed an average of 82.6 rushing yards per game, positioning them at 27th overall. With a total of 1,232 yards accumulated this season, Tennessee has achieved 43 first downs but has also accumulated 30 penalties resulting in 248 lost yards. They have turned the ball over 7 times (3 interceptions and 4 fumbles). When it comes to touchdowns, the Titans have found the end zone 3 times through the air and 3 times on the ground.
Defensively, the Titans have given up 1,089 passing yards, placing them 16th in the league. Their pass defense allows an average of 217.8 yards per game, with a completion percentage allowed of 74.0%. Overall, they have conceded 570 rushing yards throughout five games, yielding 5 rushing touchdowns and 5 through the air, resulting in 331.8 yards allowed per game, ranking them 19th in the NFL. Opposing teams are averaging 3.5 yards per carry and 114.0 rushing yards per contest this season. The Titans are currently 10th in the league for points allowed, giving up an average of 21.8 points per game.
The Colts approach this game with a season record of 2-3. Their most recent game concluded in a 34-22 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jonathan Taylor rushed 15 times for 45 yards, averaging 3.0 yards per carry for Indianapolis. Tyler Warren led the receiving corps for the Colts, making 7 catches for 83 yards (11.9 yards per reception). Quarterback Daniel Jones completed 24 out of 44 passes for 267 yards, achieving a quarterback rating of 72.8 without throwing an interception, averaging 6.1 yards per attempt. Defensively, Indianapolis surrendered 127 rushing yards on 22 carries (5.8 yards per attempt) and allowed a passing completion rate of 71.0%, giving up 225 yards on 22 completions out of 31 attempts. The Colts’ offense was limited to 332 yards on 68 plays (averaging 4.9 yards per play) and ran for only 66 yards on 24 carries for an average of 2.8 yards per rush.
Evaluating their offensive performance, the Colts are ranked 11th in the NFL, scoring an average of 24.8 points per game. For the season, they have amassed 965 passing yards, averaging 193.0 yards per game, which ranks 22nd in the league. They average 100.8 rushing yards per game, totaling 504 rushing yards. The Colts have a combined total of 293.8 yards per game, ranking them at 24th in pro football. Indianapolis has been penalized for a total of 164 yards on 25 flags, ranking 32nd in the league for penalties. They have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 4 fumbles while achieving 49 first downs collectively.
Defensively, they have conceded 9 passing touchdowns and 254.0 passing yards per game, placing them 28th league-wide. They have given up a total of 651 rushing yards (130.2 yards per game) along with 6 rushing touchdowns this season. The Colts’ defense has achieved 2 takeaways (1 fumble recovery and 1 interception) so far, allowing 138 total points. The defense has participated in 308 plays this season, ranking them 16th in the league. Overall, they have surrendered an average of 27.6 points per game, placing them 27th in professional football.
Who will emerge victorious in today’s Titans vs. Colts NFL matchup against the spread?
Pick: Titans +8.0
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