Colts eye sooner QB decision

The Colts are closing in on a starting quarterback decision after training camp with a preseason game ahead.

Colts push to name starting quarterback soon

Indiana's training camp closed with no clear leader in the competition between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones. Jones will start Saturday against the Packers, then Richardson will handle the rest of the first half as the teams rotate through reps in the preseason. The setup aims to test separation, though no final timetable for a decision was given.

Head coach Shane Steichen signaled the decision may come sooner rather than later, calling it a big choice with potential implications for his third season in Indianapolis. The plan to use both quarterbacks in the early going reflects caution, and it leaves room for late adjustments as camp winds down and more practice and game data arrive.

This is a classic quarterback crossroads. The Colts want clarity without sacrificing development, but delaying a decision can create a murky atmosphere in the locker room and on the practice field. The approach of balancing reps between Richardson and Jones aims to weigh upside against reliability, yet it risks prolonging uncertainty heading into the regular season.

Beyond football strategy, the decision also tests leadership, timing, and public accountability. If the choice undercuts expectations or sparks a skeptical reaction from fans and insiders, Steichen could face pressure over his job security and the team’s direction as it moves toward 2025.

Highlights

The timing of the final decision will set the course for the Colts this season and beyond.