NFL · Week 1 · September 13, 2026

Baltimore Ravens vs. Indianapolis Colts prediction, odds and preview

Current market, injury report, venue, weather and decision context for 12:00 PM CT. Data updates as providers post changes.

AwayBaltimore Ravens0-0 · -3.5 (+102)-175DraftKings
12:00 PMATCBS
HomeIndianapolis Colts0-0 · +3.5 (-109)+157LowVig.ag

Current market snapshot

Baltimore Ravens are favored by 3.5

The best displayed moneylines are Baltimore Ravens -175 and Indianapolis Colts +157. After removing the paired-market hold, that implies roughly 62.1% versus 37.9%. This is not an independent model probability.

Consensus spread
Baltimore Ravens -3.5
Consensus total
48
Model status
Coverage only

Game environment

Venue, surface and weather

Venue
Lucas Oil Stadium
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Surface / roof
Artificial turf · Indoor
Forecast
Indoor game

Price context

Two-sided markets

Moneyline
Ravens -175 · Colts +157
Spread prices
-3.5 (+102) · +3.5 (-109)
No-vig market
Ravens 62.1% · Colts 37.9%
Last page update
4:37 PM CT

Availability report

Injuries and player status

Statuses can change quickly. Recheck inactive lists and credible team reporting before kickoff.

Indianapolis Colts

  • Alec Pierce WRquestionable · Ankle
  • A.J. Haulcy Squestionable · Ankle
  • Tyler Warren TEquestionable · Groin
  • Josh Downs WRquestionable · Calf
  • Coleman Owen WRInjured Reserve · Concussion

Baltimore Ravens

  • Zay Flowers WRquestionable · Lower Body
  • Bilhal Kone CBInjured Reserve · Lower Body
  • Adam Randall RBInjured Reserve · Undisclosed
  • Nnamdi Madubuike DTquestionable · Neck
  • Danny Pinter CInjured Reserve · Knee

Deep-dive checklist

What still decides whether the number is playable

01

Quarterback and skill availability

Confirm the starting quarterback, mobility and throwing health, protection changes, receiver roles and expected snap limits.

02

Trenches in both directions

Measure pass protection versus pressure, run blocking versus front strength, injuries, continuity and likely game-script leverage.

03

Efficiency and explosiveness

Separate sustainable early-down success and EPA from turnovers, short fields, broken plays and red-zone variance.

04

Coverage and matchup usage

Evaluate outside, slot, tight-end and running-back receiving roles against the opponent’s coverage structure and personnel.

05

Coaching, pace and special teams

Account for fourth-down decisions, neutral pace, pass rate, kicking, punting, returns and field-position effects.

06

Travel, rest and weather

Verify body-clock travel, short weeks, altitude, surface, roof, wind and precipitation at the actual kickoff window.

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The market favorite, public narrative or injury list cannot manufacture an edge. NFL recommendations remain unavailable until a distinct NFL model and prospective validation gate exist.

Spread

Baltimore Ravens -3.5

Key-number movement through 3, 6, 7, 10 and 14 can materially change value.

Total

48 points

Pace, neutral pass rate, explosive plays, red-zone efficiency, weather and injuries require a separate scoring forecast.

Release status

No customer pick

This page will never silently turn market consensus into a proprietary recommendation.

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