Another notable preseason quarterback competition has been settled as the Indianapolis Colts have named Daniel Jones their starting quarterback for Week 1, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Jones beat out returning starter Anthony Richardson for the starting gig and will lead the team into their opener against the Miami Dolphins on September 7.

Daniel Jones is an NFL starter once again. Jones won the Indianapolis Colts ’ quarterback job over Anthony Richardson, head coach Shane Steichen announced Tuesday. “He’s our starting quarterback for the season,” Steichen said. “I don’t want to have a quick leash on that. I feel confident in his abilities.”

Anthony Richardson's immediate future with the Indianapolis Colts appears to be in limbo after the franchise named Daniel Jones the starting quarterback on Tuesday. The former No. 4 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Florida began the last two seasons as Indianapolis' starter,