Colts Share Concerning Update on Daniel Jones’ Injury
The Indianapolis Colts’ decision to sign quarterback Daniel Jones raised some questions, especially considering his release from the New York Giants following a series of underwhelming performances. Jones had to beat out former fourth overall pick, Anthony Richardson, to secure the starting job with the Colts.
After earning the position, Jones needed to prove he was worth the $14 million contract Indianapolis gave him. Through 12 weeks of the season, it appears that Jones has lived up to expectations. The Colts are currently sitting at 8-3, one of the best records in the league, in head coach Shane Steichen’s third season.
Jones has elevated his game in Indianapolis, ranking fourth in the league with 2,840 passing yards. He’s on pace for a career-high in passing yards and has also added four rushing touchdowns, tied for the fourth most in the NFL.
However, after the Colts’ Week 12 game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Jones is dealing with a leg injury that could impact the team’s playoff chances.
Jones on the Injury Report
Before the Chiefs matchup in Week 12, Jones was dealing with a fibula issue. He was listed as a limited participant in practice on Thursday before the game but was later upgraded to a full participant. Despite the injury, he played in the game, throwing for 181 yards and two touchdowns. However, it was evident that his leg was bothering him, likely limiting his performance.
Ahead of their Week 13 game against the Houston Texans, the Colts released their latest injury report, which included troubling news for Jones. He is once again listed as a limited participant due to his fibula injury.
Head coach Shane Steichen expressed confidence that Jones would still be ready to play against Houston, a team that is ranked second in the NFL for fewest points allowed per game. Jones also confirmed that he’s good to go for the upcoming game, downplaying the injury’s significance.
“It was just something that I noticed last week. I’ve been getting treatment and doing everything I can to be in the best shape possible,” Jones said. “It’s been great working with the trainers, and we’ve got a solid plan in place.”
The Colts Need Jones to Stay Healthy
As noted, Daniel Jones has been instrumental in the Colts’ strong start to the season. If his fibula injury worsens, Indianapolis would have to turn to Riley Leonard, the backup quarterback drafted in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Before Jones took over, Anthony Richardson was slated as the backup but suffered a fractured orbital bone in a pregame accident and was placed on injured reserve. The Colts would prefer Richardson as the backup due to his familiarity with Steichen’s and offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter’s system, but they may now have to rely on Leonard.
Jones insists he’ll be ready to go, but if the injury flares up, it could complicate matters for the Colts moving forward.
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