Colts vs Chiefs: Week 2 Preview, USA TV Schedule and How to Watch NFL 2026

The Indianapolis Colts visit the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, September 20, in a Week 2 matchup of the 2026 NFL season. The game is Sunday Night Football and will be played at Arrowhead Stadium, where Kansas City will host its second consecutive game.

The Chiefs enter at 1-0 after defeating the Denver Broncos 31-10 in Week 1, while the Colts are 0-1 following a 41-23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis opened the season with a loss to Baltimore in a game where the Ravens produced 506 total yards. Daniel Jones completed 24 of 36 passes for 272 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

Jonathan Taylor was one of Indianapolis' main contributors, rushing for 98 yards on 19 carries and scoring two touchdowns. He also added three receptions for 23 yards.

The Colts defense now faces a Kansas City offense that produced 392 total yards in Week 1 and will again be led by Patrick Mahomes.

Kansas City Chiefs

Kansas City opened the season with a 31-10 win over Denver. Patrick Mahomes completed 15 of 27 passes for 184 yards, two touchdowns and one interception, while also rushing for a touchdown.

Kenneth Walker III made an immediate impact in his Chiefs debut, finishing with 191 total yards and two touchdowns. He rushed for 132 yards on 22 carries and added 59 receiving yards.

Rashee Rice also scored a touchdown in the victory, while Travis Kelce finished with three receptions for 71 yards.

Players and key factors

Jonathan Taylor is one of the main players to watch for Indianapolis after scoring twice in Week 1. His rushing production will be important for maintaining balance in the Colts offense.

For Kansas City, Kenneth Walker III enters the game after producing 191 total yards in his first game with the Chiefs. Patrick Mahomes will also be a central figure after returning to action and leading Kansas City to a Week 1 victory.

Injuries and player status

Kansas City will be without defensive back Chamarri Conner because of a knee injury and offensive tackle Josh Simmons because of a back injury. Defensive tackle Chris Jones and cornerback Mansoor Delane are listed as questionable.

Indianapolis will be without wide receiver Ashton Dulin, who is out with an ankle injury. Running back D.J. Giddens is questionable with a knee injury. Anthony Richardson practiced fully on Friday and has no game-status designation.