The Indianapolis Colts have ended months of speculation by naming veteran Daniel Jones their starting quarterback for the 2025 season. Head coach Shane Steichen confirmed the decision Tuesday, choosing the free-agent acquisition over second-year passer Anthony Richardson. He added that the decision was not temporary, declaring, “He’s our starting quarterback for the season. Richardson had shown progress throughout training camp and delivered encouraging preseason performances, but Steichen pointed to subtle factors that gave Jones the edge. Jones, meanwhile, sees the decision as validation of his gamble in joining the Colts.