Houston Texans vs Colts: Live Scores, Highlights, Streaming Details
The Indianapolis Colts are set to finish their season with a crucial match against the Houston Texans in NFL Week 18. The game will take place at NRG Stadium in Houston on January 4 at 1 p.m. ET.
Match Overview: Colts vs. Texans
Currently, the Colts hold a record of 8-8 and are looking to end a six-game losing streak. In contrast, the Texans are riding high with eight consecutive wins and have secured a spot in the AFC playoffs. The teams met previously this season, with the Texans narrowly defeating the Colts 20-16 on November 30.
Game Highlights and Scores
- First Quarter:
- Colts 10, Texans 6: Blake Grupe kicks a 50-yard field goal.
- 3:48 left: Rigoberto Sanchez completes a 16-yard pass to Mo Alie-Cox.
- Colts 7, Texans 6: Ka’imi Fairbairn kicks a 48-yard field goal.
- Colts 7, Texans 3: Riley Leonard connects with Alec Pierce for a 66-yard play.
- Texans 3, Colts 0: Ka’imi Fairbairn kicks a 51-yard field goal after a grounding penalty.
Viewing Details
Fans can catch the live action on CBS, featuring Ian Eagle as the play-by-play commentator, with analysis from J.J. Watt and sideline reporting by Evan Washburn. Streaming is accessible through Paramount+ and NFL+ apps available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Additionally, viewers can explore a free trial of Fubo via BetMGM.
Betting Odds and Predictions
The Texans are favored to win by 10.5 points, with an over/under set at 39 total points. The Colts’ moneyline stands at +450, while the Texans’ is at -625. ESPN’s matchup predictor gives the Texans a 69% chance of victory.
Season Recap
This season has been a mixed bag for the Colts, featuring notable wins and harsh defeats. Here are some highlights:
| Week | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miami Dolphins | Colts 33, Dolphins 8 |
| 2 | Denver Broncos | Colts 29, Broncos 28 |
| 3 | Tennessee Titans | Colts 41, Titans 20 |
| 4 | Los Angeles Rams | Colts 20, Rams 27 |
| 5 | Las Vegas Raiders | Colts 40, Raiders 6 |
| 6 | Arizona Cardinals | Colts 31, Cardinals 27 |
| 7 | Los Angeles Chargers | Colts 38, Chargers 24 |
| 8 | Tennessee Titans | Colts 38, Titans 14 |
| 9 | Pittsburgh Steelers | Colts 20, Steelers 27 |
| 10 | Atlanta Falcons | Colts 31, Falcons 25 (OT) |
| 13 | Houston Texans | Colts 16, Texans 20 |
| 14 | Jacksonville Jaguars | Colts 19, Jaguars 36 |
| 15 | Seattle Seahawks | Colts 16, Seahawks 18 |
| 16 | San Francisco 49ers | Colts 27, 49ers 48 |
| 17 | Jacksonville Jaguars | Colts 17, Jaguars 23 |
This matchup promises to be an exciting culmination to the Colts’ season, as they battle to break their losing streak against a formidable Texans team. Stay tuned to El-Balad for live updates and highlights.
