The NFL International series kicks off Sunday in London, as the 1-2 Washington Commanders take on the 1-2 Indianapolis Colts across the pond. Both teams are coming off their first wins of the season. The Commanders registered a thrilling upset victory over the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks last Sunday, while the Colts defeated C.J.
Stroud and the rival Houston Texans. Quarterback Marcus Mariota again gets the start for the Commanders, as Jayden Daniels continues to ramp up after dislocating his elbow in Week 2 against the Dallas Cowboys. Daniels has not been placed on injured reserve and does not plan to have surgery right now.
He was a limited participant in practice this week while sporting a brace on his left arm. As for the Colts, they are adjusting to life without Alec Pierce -- who was placed on injured reserve with his ankle injury. Josh Downs has stepped up in his place, catching 12 passes for 149 yards over the last two weeks.
He will again be an important part of the game plan with Keenan Allen ruled out with a groin injury. Daniel Jones has thrown one touchdown and one interception in each game this year. Can he find a spark against this Washington defense?
Let's break down this exciting interconference matchup, but first, here's how you can Historical data courtesy of CBS Sports Research Date: Sunday, Oct. 4 | Time: 9:30 a.m. ETLocation: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London, England)TV: NFL Network | Stream: Fubo (try for free)Follow: CBS Sports AppOdds: Colts -4.5, O/U 47.5 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) Defenses have faired poorly: Maybe we are due for some points in London. The Colts rank dead last in total defense (417.3 yards allowed per game), and third-worst in scoring defense (30.3 points allowed per game) this season.
The Commanders aren't much better. Washington owns the second-worst scoring defense (30.7 points per game), and second-worst passing defense (280.3 passing yards allowed per game). This Commanders' secondary has allowed the most passing touchdowns (11) in the NFL this year.
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