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5 glaring Colts problems that could doom them against the Vikings

The 2-4 Indianapolis Colts face a very tough test against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings. Indy needs to fix several key problems.

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 6:00 PM
5 glaring Colts problems that could doom them against the Vikings
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Jonathan Eig identified five major problem areas the Colts must resolve against the Vikings in Week 7.
  • Right tackle Jalen Travis must withstand edge rushers Dallas Turner and Andrew Van Ginkel against Brian Flores' blitzes.
  • The Colts defense must limit quarterback Kyler Murray's scrambles and tight end T.J. Hockenson's middle-field targets.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Horseshoe Heroes writer Jonathan Eig outlines five primary challenges the Indianapolis Colts must solve under head coach Shane Steichen to pull off a Week 7 upset against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings. The analysis comes after Indianapolis lost to a winless team at home and subsequently dismissed their general manager ahead of the matchup.

Eig highlights the necessity for right tackle Jalen Travis to withstand pressure from Dallas Turner, while quarterback Daniel Jones must execute against blitz packages designed by defensive coordinator Brian Flores. Defensively, the Colts need to contain Kyler Murray's mobility, restrict tight end T.J. Hockenson over the middle, and neutralize return specialist Myles Price on special teams.

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