With Colts head coach Shane Steichen’s decision to name Daniel Jones the team’s starting quarterback in 2025 over Anthony Richardson Sr. comes reactions from around the locker room. Even with Richardson having a two-year headstart over Jones to learn the offense, Jones has quickly mastered the system, impressing some of his pass catchers.

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Some in the NFL still believe you can win with Daniel Jones in the right situation. Are the Colts one of them?

“Obviously, I was excited. Excited for the opportunity. As a competitor you want to be on the field, and that’s why you work,” Jones said. “I think we have a good football team.” Jones said he thinks he got the job because he showed Colts coach Shane Steichen that he’s consistent in his leadership of the offense.