Colts left to digest mistakes, missed opportunities in stunning Week 6 loss to Tennessee Titans

The Indianapolis Colts surrendered a 13-0 halftime lead to lose 26-20 against the previously winless Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium, dropping their record to 2-4 on the 2026 season. After an opening half where Tennessee was held to just 64 yards, Indianapolis unraveled in the second half through turnovers, costly penalties, and special teams breakdowns, including a blocked punt returned for a touchdown.

Turnovers proved costly as running back Jonathan Taylor fumbled and quarterback Daniel Jones threw an interception, while cornerback Sauce Gardner exited early with a calf injury. Titans quarterback Cam Ward connected with Carnell Tate for a touchdown, and kicker Joey Slye hit multiple second-half field goals to seal the win. Colts head coach Shane Steichen and several players acknowledged the disappointing performance and conceded that frustrated home fans had every right to boo.