The Indianapolis Colts (1-1) are home for the first time this season when they host the Atlanta Falcons (1-1) at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday.
Both teams are coming off of wins in Week 2 that even their records. The Colts capped off a fourth-quarter comeback for a division win against the Titans while the Falcons survived the Eagles on Sunday Night Football.
Here’s a look at how some of the experts are viewing the matchup in Week 3:
| Expert | Pick | Score (if applicable) |
| Nate Davis (USA TODAY) | Falcons | 20-16 |
| Mike Jones (USA TODAY) | Colts | 27-24 |
| Jarrett Bell (USA TODAY) | Colts | 27-26 |
| Mike Clay (ESPN) | Falcons | N/A |
| Vinnie Iyer (Sporting News) | Colts | 23-20 |
| Pete Prisco (CBS Sports) | Falcons | 31-23 |
| Dave Richard (CBS Sports) | Colts | N/A |
| Todd Haislop (Sporting News) | Falcons | 23-21 |
| NumberFire | Colts | N/A |
| Pro Football Focus | Colts | N/A |
| Bleacher Report | Colts | 26-21 |
The Colts opened the week as slight home favorites over the Falcons, and it appears the experts around the league are following suit. With impressive showings during the first two games to open the season, it seems the Colts are gaining a bit of respect.
The Falcons will present a tough challenge though. Their dynamic passing attack along with a speedy defense can easily spell trouble for the Colts in Week 3.
However, a majority of the experts around the league are taking the Colts on Sunday.
