In a tightly contested matchup, the Washington Commanders narrowly defeated the Indianapolis Colts with a final score of 13-10. The win improves the Commanders' record in Week 4 of the 2026 season, while the Colts will look to rebound in their next outing. With playoff aspirations on the line, both teams fought hard for every yard. On the offensive side, Anthony Richardson Sr led the Colts with 208 passing yards, but it was Jayden Daniels who found the end zone, throwing the game's only touchdown pass for Washington. Jonathan Taylor carried the load on the ground for Indianapolis, racking up 60 rushing yards, while Alec Pierce emerged as a key target with 80 receiving yards. Despite the efforts, the Colts struggled to convert drives into points. Defensively, the Commanders were the difference-makers, highlighted by Nick Herbig's dominant performance, where he tallied 7 total tackles and an impressive 3.5 sacks. Quan Martin also made his presence felt, snagging an interception that shifted momentum in favor of Washington. The turning point came late in the game when the Commanders' defense held strong, stifling a potential game-winning drive from the Colts and sealing the victory.