Miami’s opener derailed on a minus-3 turnover margin, as Tagovailoa’s two interceptions and a strip-sack fumble sank the offense early. A misthrow to Hill opened the scoring dive, and Indy’s pressure package made it hard to establish rhythm. McDaniel stressed it won’t define the season and vowed fixes to curb similar mistakes.

Defensively, the Colts capitalized on miscommunications and surprise pressures, while Miami must tighten protection and route timing. The takeaway is a quick, disciplined reset in Week 2 to reclaim offensive momentum and defensive steadiness.