Colts snap 321‑day drought with 19-17 Week 3 win over Texans
The Indianapolis Colts defeated the Houston Texans 19-17 in Week 3 of the 2026 season. Kicker Spencer Shrader hit a game-winning 53-yard field goal with 1:48 remaining after also making 39-, 58- and 37-yard attempts; Keenan Allen scored his first touchdown as a Colt.
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Houston Texans 19-17 in Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season, ending a 321-day stretch without a victory. Kicker Spencer Shrader, who sustained a groin injury during warmups, converted field goals from 39, 58 and 37 yards and drilled a decisive 53-yarder with 1:48 left.
Wide receiver Keenan Allen caught a 6-yard touchdown—his first score as a Colt and his first since Week 7 of 2025. With Alec Pierce on injured reserve, other receivers filled the deep-threat role, and the Colts’ defense held in the final minute after surrendering 1,029 yards through the first two weeks.
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