Colts vs. Vikings is the headline NFL Week 7 matchup on Sunday, October 25, 2026, with the unbeaten Minnesota Vikings hosting the Indianapolis Colts at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The game kicked off at 1:00 PM ET on CBS—and at the time of writing, the match is already underway, with Indianapolis leading 7-3 in the second quarter.
This guide covers everything around the game: match details, both teams’ form, key players, head-to-head history, a score prediction, and how to watch live.
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Colts vs Vikings: Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Indianapolis Colts at Minnesota Vikings |
| Competition | NFL 2026 Regular Season, Week 7 |
| Date | Sunday, October 25, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 1:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM CT / 10:00 PM PKT |
| Venue | U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis |
| TV Channel | CBS |
| Live Stream | Paramount+, NFL+, Fubo |
| Vikings Record | 5-0 (NFC North) |
| Colts Record | 2-4 (AFC South) |
| Betting Line | Vikings -6.5 to -7, Total 41.5 |
Minnesota Vikings: The Unbeaten Home Favorite
The Vikings enter Week 7 as one of the NFL’s last unbeaten teams, carrying a five-game winning streak—and ten consecutive wins dating back to Week 14 of the 2025 season. They are coming off a Week 6 bye, so head coach Kevin O’Connell has had an extra week to rest his roster and prepare for Indianapolis.
Defense has been the driving force. Minnesota has allowed just 12.8 points per game and only 64 total points through five contests, and the Vikings own a plus-6 turnover margin, tied for the best in the league. They are 2-0 at home and 3-0 on the road, which shows how consistent they have been regardless of setting.
On offense, quarterback JJ McCarthy leads the unit, and running back Aaron Jones arrives fresh off a 113-yard performance in the 23-13 Week 5 win at New Orleans. There is also a revenge-of-sorts subplot on the offensive line: guard Will Fries played his first four pro seasons for the Colts before signing with Minnesota as a free agent, and he started all 17 games last season after returning from a significant leg injury suffered in 2024. Kicker Will Reichard, who made 94.29% of his field goals last season (third in the NFL), adds reliability in close games.
Indianapolis Colts: Fighting to Stay in the Race
The Colts arrive at a very different point in their 2026 campaign. At 2-4, they have lost each of their past two games, including a 26-20 defeat to Tennessee last week, and they sit 12th in the AFC standings, two games behind the division leader. Continued losses are becoming increasingly costly to any postseason ambitions.
The problems are clear in the numbers. Indianapolis has struggled to stop opposing offenses, giving up 27.3 points per game against just 24.0 scored, and a minus-8 turnover margin—the worst in the league—has compounded those defensive issues throughout the first half of the season.
Quarterback Daniel Jones is still working to find road consistency in his comeback season from an Achilles injury, and head coach Shane Steichen is trying to keep pace in a competitive AFC South. The Colts’ most persuasive weapon is running back Jonathan Taylor, who entered Week 7 with 655 scrimmage yards (sixth among running backs) and 15 runs of at least 10 yards, tied for fourth. His receiving work out of the backfield is the main reason Minnesota cannot simply sell out against the run—Taylor can punish an aggressive pass rush with short catches.
Head-to-Head: Colts vs Vikings History
Indianapolis leads the all-time series 18-9-1, but recent history favors Minnesota. The Vikings have won the last two meetings after snapping a six-game losing streak against the Colts, including a 21-13 win at home in Week 9 of 2024. This is also the third time in five seasons the two franchises have met at U.S. Bank Stadium, so there is little unfamiliarity on either sideline.
Colts vs Vikings Prediction
The betting market makes Minnesota a clear favorite at -6.5 to -7 points, with the total set at 41.5, and the matchup numbers support that view. The Vikings’ defense is the best unit on the field, the turnover margin gap (+6 vs -8) is enormous, and Minnesota is rested off a bye while Indianapolis is sliding.
The Colts’ realistic path to an upset runs through Jonathan Taylor: long, clock-eating drives that keep Minnesota’s offense off the field, plus a rare clean game in turnover margin. If Indianapolis loses the turnover battle again, this becomes very difficult very quickly.
Prediction: Minnesota Vikings 24, Indianapolis Colts 17. The Vikings’ defense and home-field edge should carry the day, but Taylor keeps it competitive into the second half. This is a prediction based on form and matchup numbers, not a guarantee—live games, especially in the NFL, rarely follow the script.
How to Watch Colts vs Vikings Live
Here is how to watch the Colts vs. Vikings live:
- TV: CBS (1:00 PM ET kickoff)
- Streaming: Paramount+ (with the CBS feed), NFL+, and Fubo, which carries CBS in most markets
- Radio: KFAN and the Vikings Audio Network for Minnesota coverage
- Venue note: U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, with overcast conditions and temperatures around 52°F reported at kickoff
If you are watching from Pakistan, kickoff is 10:00 PM PKT on Sunday night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Colts vs. Vikings?
Kickoff is Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET (12:00 PM CT, 10:00 PM PKT) at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
What channel is Colts vs. Vikings on?
The game airs on CBS in the United States. It can also be streamed on Paramount+, NFL+, and Fubo.
Who is favored in the Colts vs. Vikings game?
Minnesota is favored by 6.5 to 7 points, with the over/under total set at 41. 5. The Vikings are 5-0; the Colts are 2-4.
What are the Colts vs. Vikings records this season?
Minnesota is 5-0 and unbeaten after a Week 6 bye. Indianapolis is 2-4, having lost its last two games, including 26-20 to Tennessee.
Who won the last Colts vs. Vikings game?
Minnesota won the last meeting 21-13 at home in Week 9 of the 2024 season. The Colts still lead the all-time series 18-9-1.
Final Thoughts
Colts vs. Vikings is a classic Week 7 contrast: an unbeaten, rested, defensive-minded home favorite against a talented but mistake-prone road team fighting for its season. Minnesota has every trend on its side—defense, turnovers, rest, and home field—while Indianapolis has one elite weapon in Jonathan Taylor and a quarterback still finding his rhythm after a major injury.
If the Colts protect the football, they can make this a game. If they do not, the Vikings’ defense is exactly the kind of unit that turns mistakes into a comfortable win. Either way, with the NFC North race and the AFC South picture both in play, this is one of the most consequential games of the Week 7 slate.