Indianapolis Colts Away Games Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Indianapolis Colts in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away games, the Indianapolis Colts hold a record of 33-18-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +23.5% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $12 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5-1-0 | 0.0% | +59.1% |
| 2015 | 1-3-0 | 0.0% | -52.3% |
| 2016 | 4-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2017 | 6-1-0 | 0.0% | +63.6% |
| 2018 | 2-3-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
| 2019 | 6-1-0 | 0.0% | +63.6% |
| 2020 | 2-3-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
| 2021 | 2-1-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2022 | 1-3-0 | 0.0% | -52.3% |
| 2023 | 3-1-0 | 0.0% | +43.2% |
| 2024 | 1-1-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Colts' impressive away performance stems from their historically adaptive offensive system that thrives when facing unfamiliar defensive schemes on the road. Indianapolis has consistently built their identity around quick-strike passing attacks and mobile quarterbacks who excel at reading defenses pre-snap, skills that translate exceptionally well to hostile environments where communication becomes crucial. The franchise's road success reflects their organizational philosophy of preparing meticulously for away games, often treating them as opportunities to showcase their tactical flexibility. Colts coaches have traditionally emphasized situational football and clock management, which becomes amplified in road environments where every possession carries additional weight. Their offensive coordinators have shown a knack for scripting opening drives that establish rhythm early, neutralizing crowd noise and momentum. From a strategic standpoint, Indianapolis benefits from opponents potentially overlooking their road capabilities, especially when public perception focuses on their dome-field advantages at home. This creates line value when books adjust for perceived home-field disadvantages that may not materially impact the Colts' actual performance. This trend carries the most weight when Indianapolis travels as moderate underdogs against defensively-oriented teams, where their preparation advantages and offensive adaptability create the largest gaps between perception and reality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Indianapolis Colts's ATS record as away games?
The Indianapolis Colts have a 33-18-0 record against the spread (ATS) in away games from 2014-2024. This represents a strong 64.7% ATS win rate on the road over this 11-year period.
Is betting on the Indianapolis Colts as away games profitable?
Yes, betting on the Indianapolis Colts in away games has been highly profitable with a 23.5% return on investment (ROI). This indicates that a $100 bet on the Colts ATS in each away game would have generated $23.50 in profit per game on average.
How does this compare to the league average?
The Colts' 64.7% ATS win rate in away games significantly exceeds the typical 52.4% needed to break even in sports betting. Their 23.5% ROI is well above league average, making them one of the more reliable road teams to bet on during this timeframe.
BACK This Trend
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.