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Indianapolis Colts' 3-game preseason schedule for 2026 season
TL;DR
The Indianapolis Colts' 2026 preseason schedule includes three games, starting with an away game against the New England Patriots. They will then host the Atlanta Falcons and the Detroit Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Key points
- Colts open preseason against New England Patriots
- Second game is at home against Atlanta Falcons
- Final preseason game is against Detroit Lions
- Colts hosting two preseason games for the first time since 2024
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The Indianapolis Colts’ preseason schedule was also released, along with the 2026 regular season schedule.
The Colts will open the preseason with a matchup on the road against the New England Patriots, followed by a matchup in Indianapolis with the Atlanta Falcons.
Indy will close the preseason by hosting the Detroit Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium, as the Colts will play two preseason games at home for the first time since 2024.
Full Indianapolis Colts’ preseason schedule with dates and times
- Week 1 (Aug. 13): at New England Patriots, 7:30 PM
- Week 2 (Aug. 22): vs. Atlanta Falcons, 1:00 PM
- Week 3 (Aug. 29): vs. Detroit Lions, 3:00 PM
The Colts will enter training camp with a plethora of unanswered questions on both sides of the football. Quarterback Daniel Jones could prove to be fully healthy during both training camp and the preseason, but the Colts will monitor the talented veteran closely as the summer progresses.
Q&A
What are the Indianapolis Colts' preseason game dates for 2026?
The Colts' preseason games are scheduled for August 13, August 22, and August 29, 2026.
Who are the opponents for the Indianapolis Colts in the 2026 preseason?
The Colts will face the New England Patriots, Atlanta Falcons, and Detroit Lions during the 2026 preseason.
Where will the Indianapolis Colts play their preseason games in 2026?
The Colts will play two of their preseason games at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.