The Indianapolis Colts secured a commanding 30-13 victory over the Washington Commanders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the opening game of the NFL International Series in London. The Commanders started strongly, holding the Colts’ offense to minimal production early and establishing a 6-0 lead through field goals.
A critical turning point came when Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota sustained a knee injury while being sacked, forcing Washington to turn to third-string quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis, the 223rd overall selection in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft, making his professional debut. Indianapolis quarterback Daniel Jones, who committed two turnovers in the first half, helped the Colts gain control of the contest. Running back Jonathan Taylor opened the scoring for Indianapolis with a touchdown following a Commanders fourth-down miscue, and the Colts extended their advantage to 13-6 by halftime with three field goals from Spencer Shrader.
The Commanders attempted to stay competitive in the second half when Kaliakmanis connected with Treylon Burks on a 47-yard touchdown reception, narrowing the gap to 17-13. However, Indianapolis pulled away decisively with additional scoring, including a touchdown run by Jones, and multiple Shrader field goals to secure the 30-13 final margin.
The Colts improved to 2-2 on the season. The International Series continues next Sunday with the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham, followed by the Jaguars facing the Houston Texans at Wembley on October 18.
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