Daniel Jones will remain Colts’ starting QB, coach Shane Steichen says after Week 8 loss
Head coach Shane Steichen told the Colts’ official report on Nov. 2 that Daniel Jones will stay the team’s starting quarterback, citing belief Jones gives the best chance to win; the report also highlights execution issues, key quotes and rookie playing time in the Week 8 loss to the Jaguars.
Daniel Jones will remain the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback, head coach Shane Steichen said in a team report published Nov. 2, adding, “I do feel that Daniel gives the best chance to win right now.” (Colts report)
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- Indianapolis Colts: 5 Colts Things: Daniel Jones remains starting quarterback, Shane Steichen sees execution as more an issue than effort, several rookies get valuable experience in Week 8 loss to Jaguars ↗
- Game Report, 2026 Week 8: Jaguars 42, Colts 7 ↗
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