Overview

• Jones joined the Colts on a one-year deal in March after leaving the Giants and spending time with the Vikings without taking the field.
• NFL.com analyst Jeffri Chadiha projects Jones as the favorite for the 2025 Comeback Player of the Year award, citing a potential 3,000-yard season.
• Richardson’s aggravated AC joint has sidelined him for early training camp sessions, making Jones the de facto frontrunner for the starting role.
• Shane Steichen’s quarterback-focused system and a stronger Colts offensive line are seen as key factors in Jones’s expected turnaround.
• While captain Zaire Franklin praises Richardson’s maturation, ongoing availability issues keep Jones firmly in control of the QB1 competition.