The Indianapolis Colts are set for a bigger spotlight in 2026, with two prime-time games on the schedule—a welcome increase from just one last season. Fans can mark their calendars for a Week 2 Sunday Night Football showdown on the road against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium, followed by a Week 11 Thursday Night Football clash with the Houston Texans. Both prime-time matchups will be away games, adding an extra layer of challenge for the team.

But the excitement doesn't stop there. In Week 4, the Colts will travel across the Atlantic for a standalone game in London, facing the Washington Commanders in a unique international setting. This global stage offers a chance to build momentum early in the season.

Looking back, the Colts' lone prime-time appearance in 2025 ended in a tough 48-27 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football. That performance left a bitter taste, but it also sets the stage for a redemption arc in 2026. The team will be eager to prove they can shine under the bright lights.

Of course, the NFL's flex scheduling rules could add more prime-time opportunities. Sunday Night Football games become eligible for flexing starting Week 5, Monday Night Football from Week 12, and Thursday Night Football from Week 13. If the Colts play winning football, they might find themselves in additional national broadcasts. However, the flip side is also true: teams can be flexed out of prime-time slots, as the Colts experienced during the 2024 season. For now, the focus is on making the most of these two guaranteed prime-time games and building a strong case for more.