Colts QB Anthony Richardson starts as preseason concludes against Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:22 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
On the final day of the 2026 NFL preseason, the Indianapolis Colts face the Detroit Lions. Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is set to start, playing one quarter alongside several starters despite running back Jonathan Taylor being out. The Lions look to finalize their quarterback situation with a competition between Luke Altmyer and Josh Dobbs. The Chicago Bears are also playing the Tennessee Titans, with Titans starters expected to play 25-30 snaps. Following today's games, NFL teams have until Sunday evening to finalize their 53-man rosters ahead of the regular season opener on September 9.
- •Richardson starts for Colts against the Lions.
- •Jonathan Taylor and Daniel Jones are among notable absences.
- •Titans plan for starters to play 25-30 snaps.
- •Final roster cuts must be made by Sunday evening.
- 12:22 PMYahoo Sports — NFL preseason Week 3: Colts QB Anthony Richardson starts, Titans plan for No. 1 units to play 25 snaps
"The final day of the preseason is here. NFL teams have until Sunday night to finalize their 53-man rosters.
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