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Daniel Jones enters Colts season opener as a fantasy depth option

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Daniel Jones enters Colts season opener as a fantasy depth option

Summary

Daniel Jones returns to start at quarterback for the Colts in the Week 1 matchup against the Ravens. This appearance follows a season-ending Achilles injury sustained in Week 14 of last year. Despite positive recovery reports, analysts have placed Jones outside the top 20 quarterbacks for the opening week of play. The Colts face a challenge with the absence of Michael Pittman in the lineup. Additionally, the Ravens typically maintain a slow pace of play, which may limit the total number of offensive opportunities available for the Colts. Fantasy managers are advised to monitor the situation as Jones navigates his first game back after significant injury.

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By the Numbers

•Daniel Jones returns as the Colts starting quarterback following a Week 14 Achilles injury.
•The Ravens opponent ranks among the slowest in the league for offensive pace.
•Michael Pittman is unavailable for the Colts in this Week 1 matchup.
•Pro Football Network ranks Daniel Jones 22nd among quarterbacks for the opening week.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Daniel Jones Fantasy Week 1 Start or Sit: Outside My Top 20 QBs

What they're saying

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Jones is back under center for the Colts against a Ravens defense that operates at the fourth-slowest pace in the league, and he lands 22nd among quarterbacks in PFN’s Week 1 rankings. The Achilles tear from Week 14 makes this a genuine unknown.
— Yahoo Sports

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