Colts make Daniel Jones decision as QB controversy swirls
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed Daniel Jones will remain the starting quarterback for Week 9 against the Cowboys despite a recent 42-7 blowout loss to the Jaguars.
- Steichen acknowledged Jones' mistakes but emphasized that the team's struggles are collective, involving route discipline, blocking, and protection, not just the quarterback's performance.
- Jones completed 19 of 28 passes for 144 yards and threw two interceptions in the loss, increasing his season total to nine picks.
- Backup quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. supported Jones publicly, stressing the difficulty of playing quarterback and the importance of perseverance.
- Jones was re-signed by the Colts after a strong 2025 season cut short by injury, and in 2026, he has thrown for 1,542 yards, five touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
