The Indianapolis Colts topped the Houston Texans 31-10 in a decisive Week 3 matchup of the 2026 season, solidifying their position early in the campaign. The Colts showcased their dominance on both sides of the ball, with the Texans struggling to keep pace throughout the game. Lamar Jackson led the Colts' offense, throwing for a touchdown while Bijan Robinson carried the ground game with 87 rushing yards, consistently moving the chains. Although Joe Montana put up respectable numbers for Houston with 195 passing yards, it was Tyler Conklin who stood out as the top receiver, racking up 100 receiving yards but unable to find the end zone. Defensively, the Colts were relentless, highlighted by T.J. Watt's two sacks and Kevin Byard III's two interceptions, which were pivotal in shifting the momentum. The turning point came in the second quarter when Byard's first interception set up a quick scoring drive, extending the Colts' lead and leaving the Texans unable to recover.