The Minnesota Vikings host the Indianapolis Colts in Week 7 of the NFL regular season on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. Eastern Time (12 p.m. local time at the stadium), with live coverage in the United States available on CBS, Paramount+, and NFL+.
The matchup brings together teams in opposite situations in the standings. The Minnesota Vikings enter the game undefeated with a 5-0 record (2-0 at home and 3-0 on the road), leading the NFC North division and returning from their bye week after a 23-point win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 5. Counting the end of the 2025 regular season (since Week 14) and the start of 2026, Minnesota holds a 10-game regular-season winning streak. Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts sit in 12th place in the AFC with a 2-4 record, coming off two consecutive losses, the latest a 26-20 defeat to the Tennessee Titans in Week 6, and have lost nine of their last 11 games. In the previous meeting between the franchises, the Minnesota Vikings beat the Indianapolis Colts 21-13 on November 3, 2024.
Where to watch Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts live
Broadcast coverage of the game in the United States is distributed across open television and streaming platforms, featuring play-by-play by Ian Eagle, analysis by Ross Tucker, and sideline reporting by Evan Washburn.
- CBS (broadcast TV)
- Paramount+ (streaming)
- NFL+ (streaming)
Start time and location for Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts
The game takes place in Minneapolis as part of the Sunday slate of the league schedule.
- Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Time: 1 p.m. ET (12 p.m. local time at the stadium, America/Chicago)
- Location: U.S. Bank Stadium, in Minneapolis
- Competition: NFL — Week 7
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How the Minnesota Vikings enter the game
Led by head coach Kevin O’Connell and first-year general manager Nolan Teasley, the Minnesota Vikings feature quarterback Kyler Murray as the offensive starter, who has recorded 662 passing yards and two touchdowns through five games in 2026. On defense, coordinated by Brian Flores, the unit has allowed an average of 12.8 points per game (64 points total) and six touchdowns, while recording 15 sacks and six interceptions. Edge rusher Dallas Turner leads the team with 5.5 sacks. Over the 10-game regular-season winning streak dating back to Week 14 of 2025, the defense has allowed an average of 11.6 points per game.
Regarding the roster for Week 7, head coach Kevin O’Connell noted that tight end Josh Oliver is the team’s only absence. On Saturday (24), the franchise officially activated running back Jordan Mason (thumb) from the Injured Reserve list, where he missed the previous four games after having his return window opened on Monday (19) and being listed as questionable on Friday (23). The team also regains wide receiver Jordan Addison (hamstring), tight end T.J. Hockenson (concussion protocol), and left tackle Christian Darrisaw (concussion protocol). Additionally, wide receiver Justin Jefferson (ankle), right tackle Brian O’Neill (knee), cornerback James Pierre (foot), rookie cornerback Charles ‘Chuck’ Demmings (hamstring), and safety Harrison Smith (rest) practiced and are available.
How the Indianapolis Colts enter the game
The Indianapolis Colts arrive for the contest following a front-office change: on Monday (19), co-owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon fired general manager Chris Ballard after nearly a decade in the role due to the 2-4 start. On the field, the team coached by Shane Steichen averages 24.0 points scored per game against 27.3 points allowed per game by the defense across six appearances in 2026. The starting quarterback is Daniel Jones, who won the job in Indianapolis competing against Anthony Richardson after spending time on the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad in 2024.
Commenting on Chris Ballard’s departure, Daniel Jones stated: “Whenever you see anyone let go in this business, especially someone like him — he’s a first-class guy — it’s tough”. On the opposing side, Minnesota defensive coordinator Brian Flores spoke about facing the quarterback: “Our experience with him was nothing but positive, and so to me he’s got a little bit more insight instead of some other guys as far as what we do”.
In the final injury report for the Indianapolis Colts, cornerback Sauce Gardner (calf injury suffered against the Tennessee Titans), wide receiver Anthony Gould (concussion), and tight end Tyler Warren (groin) were ruled out. Listed as questionable are linebacker CJ Allen (ankle), linebacker Bryce Boettcher (groin), punter Rigoberto Sanchez (right foot), and cornerback Justin Walley (knee). Meanwhile, running back Jonathan Taylor (rest), wide receiver Keenan Allen (rest), linebacker Jaylon Carlies (ribs), and wide receiver Ashton Dulin (hamstring) are listed as available on the roster.
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Officiating for Minnesota Vikings vs Indianapolis Colts
The official officiating crew (Referee and other NFL on-field officials) for the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Indianapolis Colts has not been disclosed in pre-game publications released by the clubs. In the NFL, video reviews are conducted by the Replay Official in coordination with the league’s central office in New York, rather than through an association football-style VAR system.
Head-to-head history between Minnesota Vikings and Indianapolis Colts
Recent meetings between the two teams at U.S. Bank Stadium have favored the home side. In the last matchup, on November 3, 2024, during Week 9 of the 2024 NFL season on Sunday Night Football, the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Indianapolis Colts 21-13, with three second-half touchdown passes from Sam Darnold and 137 receiving yards from Justin Jefferson. Two years earlier, on December 17, 2022, in Week 15, the Minnesota Vikings recorded the largest comeback in NFL history at the same stadium against the Indianapolis Colts, overturning a 33-0 halftime deficit to win 39-36 in overtime.
