Many Colts fans wanted Shane Steichen fired after Indianapolis collapsed with a seven-game losing streak to miss the playoffs, but the decision to keep him may already be paying off. From the team’s 8–2 start to the broader context of injuries, quarterback instability, and roster construction, there are clear reasons why the Colts chose continuity over panic. Here’s why keeping Steichen could prove to be the right move heading into a critical 2026 offseason.