What time is the NFL game tonight? Schedule, TV Channel, kick-off time, and How to watch Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans
Find out all the information about the Indianapolis Colts-Houston Texans game on Saturday.
Gardner Minshew (L) and C.J. Stroud (R) (Credits: Imago)
The NFL has reached the final stage of the regular season and the stage is set for one final three-way race for the AFC South division title. In the race, the Indianapolis Colts are scheduled to take on the Houston Texans in a decisive week 18 game. In this article, find out how, when, and where to watch the crucial game.
The Colts led by Gardner Minshew are preparing to take on the Texans on Sunday. The Colts are coming off a crucial victory against the Las Vegas Raiders in their week 17 game and they would look to better their shot at the AFC South division by defeating the Houston-based football team.
On the other hand, the Texans, led by their rookie sensation C.J. Stroud, are also looking to win the division title. They are coming off a dominating victory against their division rivals, Tennessee Titans, and they would be hoping for a similar result in week 18.
Historically, the Colts have dominated the rivalry as they have won 33 games and have lost just 10 games against the Texans in head-to-head games. The last time these two times faced each other was back in week 2 of the ongoing regular season when the Colts emerged victorious. They would look to repeat the same kind of performance on Sunday.
What time is the NFL game tonight?
- Game: Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans
- Day: Saturday, January 6
- Time: 8:15 P.M. ET (5:15 P.M. PT)
- Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis.
What channel is the Saturday game on?
- Game: Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans
- Date: Saturday, January 6
- Where to watch: ABC/ ESPN
The much-anticipated week 18 game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Houston Texans will be telecasted on ABC and ESPN networks. Joe Buck will be the game’s play-by-play announcer, and Troy Aikman will be the broadcast analyst. Furthermore, Lisa Salters will be reporting from the sidelines.
NFL live streaming for Saturday Game
Live streaming of the week 18 game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Houston Texans will be available on platforms such as DAZN and FUBO.
Indianapolis Colts vs Houston Texans predicted lineup
As the Colts are looking to make one final push for the division title, they are suffering a bit on the injury front. The Colts will play under their backup QB Gardner Minshew. Their star players, including cornerback Chris Lammons and offensive linemen Quenton Nelson and Ryan Kelly, are all listed as questionable to play on Saturday.
Some of their other starters, like Zack Moss, Kenny Moore II, and Braden Smith, are also listed as questionable, but they are all expected to play on Saturday.
As for the Texans, they will miss the services of defensive end Jonathan Greenard, who leads the team with 12.5 sacks. Furthermore, wide receiver Nico Collins has also been ruled out for the game. Besides, some of their star players, including Will Anderson Jr., Laremy Tunsil, Robert Woods, and Andrew Beck are listed as questionable and their fate will be a game-time decision.
NFL Odds and Betting Lines for Colts vs. Texans
Here are the NFL odds and Betting lines, according to SportsLine, for the Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans game on Saturday.
- Colts vs. Texans spread: Texans -1
- Colts vs. Texans over/under: 47.5 points
- Colts vs. Texans money line: Colts +102 , Texans -122
Why the Indianapolis Colts can win?
The Indianapolis Colts are heading into a must-win home game on Saturday, looking to defeat their division rivals, Texans. Gardner Minshew, who has been surprisingly good throughout the season will look to make one final push this weekend. Their defense has been one of the main reasons for their victories. They rank 5th in the most interceptions registered in the league and they would look to help their team secure another win.
Why the Houston Texans can win?
On the other side, the Texans will be playing under their rookie sensation C.J. Stroud. He is undeniably one of the major reasons the Texans have made it this far in this season.
Stroud is currently the frontrunner for the Offensive Rookie of the Year award and was also in the NFL MVP conversation for a while. If Stroud can perform at a high level this weekend, the Texans could easily win and better their chance at securing the AFC South title.
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