League: NFL Sport: Football Country: United States Category: Match Previews

Colts maintain commitment to Daniel Jones as starting quarterback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Colts maintain commitment to Daniel Jones as starting quarterback

Summary

The Indianapolis Colts have not discussed benching quarterback Daniel Jones, despite his struggles in the 2026 season. Jones has completed 59.6% of his passes for 1,398 yards, four touchdowns, and seven interceptions through seven games. The Colts, currently at 2-5 and on a three-game losing streak, continue to overhaul their roster ahead of the trade deadline, having traded notable players like Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner. Coach and management are focusing on evaluating players as Indianapolis prepares to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 8, with Jones expected to remain the starter for now.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Key Details

•Colts are 2-5 entering Week 8 against the Jaguars.
•Jones has career-low stats this season, including a 69.4 passer rating.
•Indianapolis traded Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner recently.
•The team is open to trade offers for Jonathan Taylor.

Latest Updates

5:00 PMYahoo Sports — NFL rumors: Colts not ready to bench Daniel Jones just yet

What they're saying

"
The Indianapolis Colts reportedly have not discussed benching veteran quarterback Daniel Jones despite his struggles through the first seven games of the 2026 NFL season, as the organization continues its roster overhaul ahead of the trade deadline. NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero revealed Saturday morning that Indianapolis remains committed to […] The post NFL rumors: Colts not ready to bench Daniel Jones just yet appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks NFL Football