The 2024 NFL schedule for the Indianapolis Colts is expected to be released this week, which means we'll get an idea of what the path to a potential playoff berth looks like.
The Colts haven't made the playoffs since 2020 when Philip Rivers was leading the charge. Being a team in a smaller market, the Colts also haven't had as many prime-time games as others in recent seasons.
However, there is some optimism surrounding the team's chance to be competitive in 2024, especially with a young nucleus being led by Anthony Richardson.
Here's a quick look at four games on the team's schedule that could be in prime time:
Colts' potential prime-time games
1. Buffalo Bills (home)
Hosting Josh Allen and the Bills will be a big test for the Colts defense. Anytime there's a quarterback matchup that has the chance to turn into a barnburner, the odds of it being in prime time increase. Watching Allen and Richardson go toe-to-toe could provide plenty of fireworks depending on when the game is scheduled.
2. Miami Dolphins (home)
The high-flying Dolphins should have plenty of prime-time games this season considering their explosive offense being led by Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle and Tua Tagovailoa. Both teams should be in the running for potential wild-card spots so there's a slight chance this game is in prime time.
3. Detroit Lions (home)
Few teams have enjoyed a rise to prominence like the Lions have under Dan Campbell during the last few seasons. They are now considered a powerhouse in the NFC and will be one of the Colts' toughest games on the schedule.
4. Houston Texans (away)
There were plenty of fireworks during the regular-season finale in 2023 between the Texans and Colts—a matchup that determined a playoff spot for the winner. If this game is in Week 18, there's a good chance it will be flexed into prime time depending on how the regular season goes for each squad.
