Episode 25SportsIndianapolis Metro

Indianapolis Colts 0-2 Concerns + Indiana High School Football Midseason Report

Get IN. Sports·Dom Miranda·Sep 25, 2026·47 min

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Show Notes

On today’s episode of Get IN. Sports, Dom Miranda and Greg Rakestraw provide a midseason check-in of the Indiana high school football season and react to the Indianapolis Colts’ 0-2 start following an overtime loss at Kansas City and major concern about the defense allowing 7.2 yards per play.

They discuss late-game coaching decisions, Jonathan Taylor’s strong performance, injuries, and a defining three-game stretch ahead versus Houston, in London against Washington, and at Pittsburgh.

The conversation then shifts to Indiana prep football, led by Brownsburg’s emergence as the 6A favorite, key running back play, and the brutal central Indiana postseason path. They also hit major contenders across classes, including Cathedral and New Pal in 5A, East Central and Bishop Chatard in 4A, an open 3A field, South Putnam’s move up to 2A, and notable 1A teams.

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You are going to learn about:

The Colts’ Tough Start to the 2026 Season
2026 Indiana Mr. Football Frontrunners
State Title Contenders for All Six Classes in Indiana High School Football

Episode Details

Show: Get IN. Sports
Category: Sports
Topic: Get IN Sports
Region: Indianapolis Metro
Duration: 00:47:04
Published: Sep 25, 2026

Guests

Greg Rakestraw

Voice of the Indy Eleven, Indianapolis Colts radio & TV

Mentioned: Indianapolis Colts, Brownsburg High School, Cathedral High School, New Pal High School, East Central High School, Bishop Chatard High School, South Putnam High School, Ben Davis High School

About the Host

Dom Miranda

Host · Get IN. Sports

Dom Miranda covers everything Indiana sports, from Friday night sectionals to Pacers playoff runs, talking with the people closest to the story.

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Why are the Indianapolis Colts 0-2 to start the 2026 season?

The Colts lost in overtime to Kansas City with major defensive concerns, allowing 7.2 yards per play. Late-game coaching decisions and defensive performance have been key issues in their early struggles.

What is the Colts' critical three-game stretch ahead?

The Colts face Houston, travel to London to play Washington, and then visit Pittsburgh. This stretch is viewed as defining for their season.

Who is the 6A favorite in Indiana high school football?

Brownsburg has emerged as the 6A favorite heading into the midseason stretch, with strong running back play and depth in the Metropolitan Indianapolis Conference.

Which teams are contending in Indiana 5A high school football?

Cathedral and New Pal are highlighted as major contenders in the 5A class for the state title.

What are the top contenders in Indiana 4A high school football?

East Central and Bishop Chatard are identified as key contenders in 4A, though Bishop Chatard faces injury concerns.

How has South Putnam's move to 2A affected Indiana high school football?

South Putnam's move up to 2A has created a surge in that classification, adding another powerhouse to an already competitive field.

What makes the central Indiana postseason path brutal for high school football teams?

The central Indiana region features multiple strong programs competing in close proximity, creating an extremely competitive sectional draw and pairings that challenge even top-ranked teams.