The Indianapolis Colts are gearing up for the 2026 NFL season, and the schedule is shaping up to be a bit lighter than last year's gauntlet. Based on the 2025 campaign, the Colts will face only four playoff teams from the previous season, giving them the ninth-easiest strength of schedule on paper. In terms of win percentage from 2025, they rank tied for 28th, a significant shift from the brutal slate they battled through last year.

So, who are these postseason opponents? The Colts will square off against the Houston Texans (twice), Jacksonville Jaguars (twice), Pittsburgh Steelers, and Philadelphia Eagles. That's six total games against 2025 playoff teams. According to FOX Sports' Greg Auman, only three teams in the league have fewer such matchups, giving Indy a favorable path to build momentum.

This is a welcome change for a Colts squad that went 2-8 against eventual playoff teams in 2025, with five of those losses coming after quarterback Daniel Jones' injury. The team has been busy this offseason, undergoing a roster overhaul that includes 10 free-agent additions. However, they also said goodbye to key veterans like Kenny Moore, Michael Pittman, and Zaire Franklin.

General Manager Chris Ballard made re-signing Jones his top priority, banking on the belief that the success he showcased during the first half of last season can carry over into 2026. With a softer schedule and a healthy signal-caller, the Colts are positioned to make a stronger push this year.

Here's a full look at the Colts' road and home opponents for the 2026 season.