Chiefs face Colts after contrasting NFL openers
Kansas City hosts Indianapolis at Arrowhead Stadium with the Chiefs entering 1–0 and the Colts seeking a response after a heavy opening-round defeat.
The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Indianapolis Colts at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, 20 September, in an NFL Week 2 contest between teams coming off sharply different openers.
Kansas City began the season with a 31–10 win over Denver, while Indianapolis lost 41–23 to Baltimore. The Chiefs recorded 220 rushing yards in that victory and converted 52.9 per cent of third downs. The Colts converted 30 per cent and finished their opener with 251 total yards.
Fox Sports lists Kansas City as a 6.5-point favourite, with a game total of 46.5 points. The listed moneyline is -305 for the Chiefs and +245 for the Colts, figures that remain subject to change.
The Chiefs’ ground game will be a central focus, with Kenneth Walker highlighted after carrying 23 times for 173 yards and adding three receptions for 18 yards and a receiving touchdown against Denver. Patrick Mahomes threw for 184 yards and two touchdowns in the same game.
Kansas City also received a major contribution from Travis Kelce, who recorded 71 receiving yards, including a 59-yard reception. The Chiefs allowed 10 points, recorded four sacks and made one interception in Week 1.
For Indianapolis, Daniel Jones threw for 166 yards and a touchdown, while Alec Pierce led the Colts with 61 receiving yards. The game is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET; the supplied Fox Sports material does not confirm television or streaming details.
