IND
Indianapolis Colts
73.7PFM Team Score#27 NFL
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Indianapolis Colts vs. Washington Commanders: PFM Team Comparison
The Washington Commanders hold a clear overall advantage over the Indianapolis Colts in the current PFM ratings. Washington separates itself through the steadier quarterback room and the stronger coaching operation.
Current PFM Team Scores
Clear edgeWSH
Washington Commanders
78.4PFM Team Score#17 NFL
PFM JUDGMENT
Why PFM Rates the Washington Commanders Higher
Quarterback is where the Washington Commanders have their cleanest advantage. With Jayden Daniels, the offense has a better floor when the first answer stops working. The Indianapolis Colts are closest in defense, where the teams remain essentially even.
Washington also brings the stronger coaching operation. Washington adds the deeper roster. The Washington Commanders still deserves the higher PFM rating.
TEAM DNA COMPARISON
Indianapolis vs. Washington Across the Core Pillars
The farther a team reaches, the stronger the rating. Each category also calls out which team has the edge and the exact gap. Hover on desktop or tap on mobile to isolate one team.
INDIndianapolis Colts
WSHWashington Commanders
INDIANAPOLIS’ BEST PUSHBACK
Defense Is Indianapolis’ Only Close Fight
Indianapolis' defense gives the team one place to push back. Indianapolis sits only 2.3 points behind Washington in Defense, but close is not the same as an edge. Washington still has Jayden Daniels at quarterback and the deeper roster, two advantages the Colts cannot match in this comparison.
COMPLETE COMPARISON
Where Each Team Has the Edge
PFM Team Score
IND73.7
Indianapolis Colts 73.7WSH78.4
Washington Commanders 78.4Overall NFL Rank
IND#27
Indianapolis Colts #27WSH#17
Washington Commanders #17QB Stability
IND75.5
Indianapolis Colts 75.5WSH84.4
Washington Commanders 84.4Roster Strength
IND74.9
Indianapolis Colts 74.9WSH78.6
Washington Commanders 78.6Coaching Direction
IND73.2
Indianapolis Colts 73.2WSH78.3
Washington Commanders 78.3Recent Performance
IND70.5
Indianapolis Colts 70.5WSH68.4
Washington Commanders 68.4Offense
IND76.9
Indianapolis Colts 76.9WSH81.2
Washington Commanders 81.2Defense
IND74.1
Indianapolis Colts 74.1WSH76.4
Washington Commanders 76.4Franchise Direction
IND72.7
Indianapolis Colts 72.7WSH77.6
Washington Commanders 77.6Explosiveness
IND75.6
Indianapolis Colts 75.6WSH78.9
Washington Commanders 78.9Conference Rank
IND#13
Indianapolis Colts #13WSH#8
Washington Commanders #8Division Rank
IND#3
Indianapolis Colts #3WSH#1
Washington Commanders #1Outlook
INDPlayoff Long ShotWSHIn the Playoff Mix
Stronger outlook: Washington CommandersSCHEDULE CONTEXT
Which Team Has the Tougher Road?
Indianapolis Colts
Remaining schedule rank: #29
Toughest stretch: Minnesota Vikings, Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys
Strongest opponents: Jacksonville Jaguars, Cincinnati Bengals, Minnesota Vikings
Next five difficulty: 78.4
View Indianapolis Colts Road AheadWashington Commanders
Remaining schedule rank: #27
Toughest stretch: Atlanta Falcons, Minnesota Vikings, Jacksonville Jaguars
Strongest opponents: Los Angeles Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars, Cincinnati Bengals
Next five difficulty: 77.4
View Washington Commanders Road AheadWashington has the tougher Road Ahead at No. 27. The strongest opponents include Los Angeles Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Cincinnati Bengals. Indianapolis gains one meaningful schedule advantage, while Washington still owns the stronger football advantages elsewhere.
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Ratings and Schedule Freshness
PFM ratings updated October 20, 2026. Schedule data updated October 19, 2026.
How to Read This Comparison
PFM Team Score determines the overall order. The Team DNA comparison puts five core pillars on the same 0–100 scale, while the full rows show every current category.
PFM compares overall team strength rather than predicting one matchup. Road Ahead adds schedule context without changing PFM Team Score.
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