Overview

• Jones logged nearly 170 reps across nine OTA sessions, solidifying his grip on the Week 1 starter nod.
• After joining on a one-year, $15 million prove-it deal, Jones is now in discussions for a potential $40 million extension.
• Richardson’s shoulder flare-up cost him key practice time and highlighted a broader pattern of injuries and inconsistency.
• GM Chris Ballard faces mounting pressure to turn his quarterback decision into a playoff berth.
• The Colts’ offense—anchored by Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Downs, Alec Pierce and rookie tight end Tyler Warren—demands stability under center.