Alright, here we go again—another September in Indianapolis, another chance for the Colts to shake off that cursed Week 1 losing streak that’s basically old enough to get its driver’s permit at this point. Since 2014, Indy has kicked off the season with heartbreak. And now? The Miami Dolphins roll into town, flexing with a four-year streak of their own—except theirs is actually good. Something’s gotta give, right? Both squads finished 8-9 last year, both are kinda searching for who the heck they are in 2025. This one’s got drama written all over it.
Lucas Oil is gonna be rocking. Not just because football is back, but because Colts fans are dying—absolutely dying—for a clean slate. Daniel Jones is the new man under center for Indy (yep, you read that right), and Miami’s still riding the Tua train, hoping his body holds together and the new defense isn’t a total dumpster fire. And let’s be real, you know the coaching hot seat talk is already simmering for both sides. No pressure, fellas.
Who’s Got the Edge? Let’s See What the “Experts” Say
Joel A. Erickson (IndyStar): Colts 28-24
“Look, this losing streak has to die sometime, right? Indy’s got fewer holes than Miami, especially with the Dolphins scrambling to fix their secondary. Daniel Jones comes out swinging.”
Pete Prisco (CBS Sports): Colts 33-30
“Jones gets a soft landing against Miami’s sketchy backend. Tyreek Hill could torch Indy if healthy, but I’m smelling fireworks and a Colts squeaker.”
Ali Bhanpuri (NFL.com): Colts 23-21
“Both teams are mystery meat, but Indy at home with Jones looking calm? That’s enough for me. Miami’s new front is gonna get a baptism by fire.”
Mike Florio (Pro Football Talk): Colts 23-20
“With all the emotions in Indy after Jim Irsay’s passing, the Colts find a way. Welcome to the Daniel Jones era, I guess.”
Vic Tafur (The Athletic): Dolphins (ATS)
“Tua bombs one to Tyreek, torching Indy on a go route. Miami’s shiny new lines do just enough to rain on the Jones debut.”
Will Hill (Fox Sports): Dolphins win
“Tua’s healthy, the squad’s loaded, and there’s no snow or hurricanes to worry about. Miami’s offense rolls.”
Brent Sobleski (Bleacher Report): Colts win
“Daniel Jones is a roll of the dice, but with Shane Steichen calling the shots, the Colts offense should cook Miami’s wobbly secondary.”
Game Day Deets
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025
- Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indy
- Watch: CBS (Andrew Catalon, Charles Davis, Jason McCourty)
- Listen: Indianapolis 93.5, 97.1, 107.5 FM; SiriusXM 227 (Colts), 382 (Dolphins)
- Stream: NFL+, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Fubo
Betting Stuff (via BetMGM)
- Spread: Colts -1 (so, pretty much a coin toss)
- Over/Under: 46.5
- Moneyline: Colts -110, Dolphins -110 (Vegas is as confused as the rest of us)
- ESPN Predictor: Colts 50.7% chance (so… not exactly a lock)
Tickets? Bring Your Wallet
Looking to get in the door? StubHub’s got nosebleeds for $65, but if you want to flex on the sideline, you’re coughing up $1,181. Your call.
The Vibe
Let’s be real: the Colts haven’t won an opener since flip phones were a thing. Miami, meanwhile, is healthy, stupid fast, and can sling it all over the yard. This thing probably comes down to whether Miami’s rebuilt front seven can cover for the fact that their secondary might just be held together with chewing gum and prayer—especially with Daniel Jones making his blue-and-white curtain call.
One thing’s for sure: Lucas Oil is gonna be LOUD. Indy fans are tired—so, so tired—of watching their team trip out of the gate. Maybe this is the year they finally get to party after Week 1. Or, you know, maybe not. That’s football.
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