Overview

• The Indianapolis Colts have declared an open competition for the starting quarterback role between Anthony Richardson and newly signed Daniel Jones.
• Head coach Shane Steichen stated that the decision on the starter will be based on consistency and productivity, with both players splitting first-team reps during offseason practices.
• Daniel Jones, signed to a one-year, $14 million deal, brings six years of NFL experience, including a playoff win, to challenge Richardson, who has faced injuries and inconsistency over two seasons.
• General Manager Chris Ballard confirmed that practice reps will be evenly distributed, with no definitive timeline for deciding the starter ahead of the 2025 season.
• The Colts are expected to address offensive deficiencies in the upcoming NFL Draft, with analysts predicting a tight end could be selected with the No. 14 overall pick.