The public often underestimates the Indianapolis Colts in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as sunday games, the Indianapolis Colts hold a record of 56-42-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +9.1% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $9 over this period.

✅ Profitable
Record56-42-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size98 games
ROI+9.1%
Units Won+8.9u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
20146-5-00.0%+4.1%
20153-4-00.0%-18.2%
20169-2-00.0%+56.2%
20179-2-00.0%+56.2%
20185-5-00.0%-4.5%
20199-3-00.0%+43.2%
20202-6-00.0%-52.3%
20214-1-00.0%+52.7%
20222-4-00.0%-36.4%
20236-4-00.0%+14.6%
20241-6-00.0%-72.7%

Why This Trend Exists

The Colts' historical Sunday success stems from their organizational culture of methodical preparation and structured game planning. Indianapolis has traditionally thrived in the standard NFL rhythm, where teams have a full week to prepare and implement their schemes. This franchise has consistently valued veteran leadership and systematic approaches to game preparation, which translates particularly well to the traditional Sunday slate when coaching staffs can maximize their preparation time. The team's Sunday performance advantage also reflects their tendency to perform better against division rivals and familiar opponents, many of which appear on their Sunday schedule. The Colts have historically been a fundamentally sound team that executes well-rehearsed game plans, and the extended preparation window of a typical week serves their coaching philosophy. Their recent struggles in 2024 appear more related to roster turnover and quarterback instability rather than any erosion of their Sunday preparation advantages. For bettors, the Colts present the strongest Sunday value when they're playing at home against AFC South opponents, where their preparation advantages combine with familiar matchup dynamics. This trend matters most during the middle portion of the season when teams have established their identities and the Colts can leverage their systematic approach against known quantities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Indianapolis Colts's ATS record as sunday games?

The Indianapolis Colts have a 56-42-0 ATS record in Sunday games from 2014-2024. This translates to a 57.1% ATS win rate over 98 games.

Is betting on the Indianapolis Colts as sunday games profitable?

Yes, betting on the Indianapolis Colts in Sunday games has been profitable with a 9.1% ROI from 2014-2024. Their 57.1% ATS win rate indicates consistent value against the spread.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Colts' 57.1% ATS win rate in Sunday games is above the typical 50% break-even point and league average. Their 9.1% ROI demonstrates above-average profitability compared to most NFL teams.

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Methodology

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.