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Indianapolis Colts at Washington Commanders

NFLWeek 4 • regular • 2026
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Commanders
Washington
13
vs
Colts logo
Colts
Indianapolis
30
WSH 58%42% IND
Prediction Confidence:
Moderate

Washington Commanders 58% to win. The biggest signal favoring Commanders:

  • Home Field Advantage. Commanders are 1-0 at home this season; Colts are 0-1 on the road

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Team Comparison

Head-to-head snapshot based on our model inputs

Colts (away)
Commanders (home)
42%
Win probability
58%
0
High-impact factors
1
8
Players ruled out
8

Post-Game Analysis

How our model performed

The Colts defeated the Commanders 30-13.

Our model predicted the Commanders would win with 58% confidence, but the Colts pulled off the upset. These outcomes are what keep sports compelling -- and help our model learn.

Looking at the factors our model weighed:

  • Home Field Advantage favored the Commanders and was a major factor: Commanders are 1-0 at home this season; Colts are 0-1 on the road
  • Injuries favored the Colts and was a contributing factor: Colts less affected by injuries: 8 out, 0 doubtful vs Commanders 8 out, 0 doubtful, but the missing Commanders player...
  • ELO Rating was neutral and a contributing factor: Commanders ELO 1424 vs Colts ELO 1431 (diff: -6)
  • Both teams are dealing with injuries -- the Commanders have 8 player(s) ruled out, while the Colts have 8.

This analysis was generated from our model's pre-game assessment compared against the actual result. Factor accuracy helps improve future predictions.

Colts won 13-30

Colts won convincingly

Prediction IncorrectWe predicted Commanders at 58%

Key Factors

What's driving the win probability for this game

  • Home Field AdvantageFavors Washington Commanders
  • InjuriesFavors Indianapolis Colts
  • ELO RatingNeutral
  • Head to HeadNeutral
  • Recent FormNeutral
  • Offensive EfficiencyNeutral
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What's Driving This Game

Each factor's contribution to the final win probability

IND
WSH
Home Field Advantage
Injuries
ELO Rating
Favours IND|Favours WSH

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Model vs. Market

Comparing our probability model against Vegas odds

Commanders

Our Model58%

Colts

Our Model42%

Understanding the win probability calculation

Home Field Advantage

Commanders are 1-0 at home this season; Colts are 0-1 on the road

Commanders

2 factors not shown (insufficient data)

Model version: 1.1.0 • Calculated: 10/5/2026, 8:00:00 AM

Commanders

Charles OmenihuDE(Groin)
QUESTIONABLE
Sam CosmiG(Concussion)
OUT
Leo ChenalLB(Neck)
OUT
Javontae Jean-BaptisteLB(Coach's Decision)
OUT
Jayden DanielsQB(Elbow)
OUT
Marcus MariotaQB(Knee)
QUESTIONABLE
Rachaad WhiteRB(Shoulder)
OUT
Nick CrossS(Illness)
OUT
Luke McCaffreyWR(Coach's Decision)
OUT
Terry McLaurinWR(Hamstring)
OUT

Colts

Micheal ClemonsDE(Toe)
OUT
Dalton TuckerG(Coach's Decision)
OUT
George Gumbs Jr.LB(Coach's Decision)
OUT
Riley LeonardQB(Coach's Decision)
OUT
DJ GiddensRB(Coach's Decision)
OUT
Darius SlaytonWR(Coach's Decision)
OUT
Keenan AllenWR(Groin)
OUT
Alec PierceWR(Heel)
OUT

Key Players

Colts

Seth HeniganQB
Riley LeonardQBOUT
-7.9% win prob impact
Daniel JonesQB
Anthony Richardson Sr.QB
Darius SlaytonWROUT
-3.2% win prob impact

Commanders

Marcus MariotaQBQUESTIONABLE
Sam HartmanQB
Athan KaliakmanisQB
Jayden DanielsQBOUT
-7.9% win prob impact
Antonio WilliamsWR

Frequently Asked Questions

Commanders has a 58% win probability, while Colts has a 42% win probability based on our analysis.

Our model considers weather conditions, offensive and defensive efficiency, rest days, injury impact, and historical performance.

This game is being played at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.

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