Titans vs. Colts: Who is Favored to Win?
The Titans are currently 1.5-point favorites to beat the Colts in Week 3, meaning they must win by at least two points to cover the spread at home.
| Team | Titans | Colts |
| Spread | -1.5 (-110) | +1.5 (-110) |
| Total | 45.5 (O) | 45.5 (U) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +105 |
What The Spread Tells Us
The spread indicates that this game is likely to come down to the wire. Oddsmakers believe the Titans will be the team that likely wins this game, even if it is not with supreme confidence.
What The Moneyline Tells Us
The moneyline indicates that the Titans are the favorites; it's an extremely slim moneyline. If you were to bet $100 on the Titans, then you would get $80 back plus the $100 you bet. Likewise, you would get $105 back plus the original $100 if you bet on the Titans.
How The Titans Win vs. The Colts
The Titans can win against the Colts if Cam Ward can find his touch and some open receivers. Then, they need Tony Pollard to run the ball efficiently. On defense, the Titans need to contain Daniel Jones and put some pressure on him.
How The Colts Win vs. The Titans
The Colts can beat the Titans by establishing the lead early. To do this, they need Jones to make smart plays, either with his arm or his legs. They also need Jonathan Taylor to run the football well. On defense, DeForest Buckner needs to break through the line, and disrupt Ward. Charvarius Ward must lock things down in the secondary.
History of Titans vs. Colts
The Colts and Titans have engaged in a divisional rivalry since the realignment. The feud has seen some epic battles that have featured legends like Peyton Manning and Eddie George, as well as great talent like Andrew Luck.
The Titans and Colts have played each other 61 times, dating back to 1970 when the teams were named the Houston Oilers and Baltimore Colts, respectively. These two teams only played each other every once in a while from 1970 to 2001, when the Titans/Oilers were in the AFC Central and the Colts were in the AFC East. Starting in 2002, these teams moved to the AFC South and began to face each other twice a year.
Here are the most important facts related to odds for the TEN vs. IND Week 3 matchup. You can find odds on many of the available TN betting apps.
Titans Record vs. Colts
The Colts lead the head-to-head series 39-22, meaning the Titans have some work to do. The Colts have won four games in a row in this series. Prior to that, the Titans had won five consecutive games.
Neither team is in a good spot right now. However, the line is very close, as oddsmakers believe it will be a tight battle.
Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook.
How to Watch Titans vs. Colts
The Titans vs. Colts Week 3 game will air on CBS in local markets at noon CT/1 p.m. ET. Out-of-market fans can catch the game on NFL Sunday Ticket, which is exclusively on YouTube TV.
Most Recent Matchup
The last game between the Titans and Colts was played on December 22, 2024. The Colts won that game 38-30 at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Top 5 Games
| Date | Matchup | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Dec. 3, 2023 | IND @ TEN | Colts 31-28 |
| Oct. 31, 2021 | TEN @ IND | Titans 34-31 |
| Jan. 2, 2011 | TEN @ IND | Colts 23-20 |
| Dec. 3, 2006 | IND @ TEN | Titans 20-17 |
| Jan. 16, 2000* | TEN @ IND | Titans 19-16 |
* = playoff game
FAQs
The Titans will play the Colts on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in a Week 3 showdown at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. It will be the first of two games between the teams, with the next one coming in Week 8.
The Baltimore Colts defeated the Houston Oilers 24-20 in the first-ever game between the two franchises on October 11, 1970. The Titans defeated the Colts 19-16 in the first and only playoff game on January 16, 2000.
You can place bets on the Titans vs. Colts at any legal sportsbook in Tennessee. You just have to be 21 or older, within state lines and signed up for an account on your chosen betting app. Make sure to use a promo to maximize your earnings.
The Colts lead the head-to-head series 39-22. They have dominated the series throughout the history, featuring Hall-of-Fame quarterbacks like Johnny Unitas and Peyton Manning. The Colts swept the season series in 2024 and have won four in a row.
Both Titans vs. Colts games will be aired live on CBS in local markets. Out-of-market viewers can get NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV. Check 506sports.com to see if you'll get the games in your local market.
The Titans are favored to beat the Colts by 1.5 points when the two teams meet on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. The line has fluctuated over the past few months, especially with the Colts quarterback situation.
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