Deadspin: Colts’ Shane Steichen Is Not Considering Benching QB Daniel Jones After Loss
Steichen backs Jones
Steichen supported Jones after the Colts’ 16-10 defeat in Minnesota, saying he had not thought about changing quarterbacks. He said he continued to have faith in Jones. The coach said Indianapolis planned to rely on its running game. The Colts rushed for 154 yards on 33 carries, while Jones gained 13 yards on four runs and was sacked four times.
A difficult day passing
Jones completed passes at a 59.1% rate for 108 yards. His interception stopped the Colts’ attempt to come back, and his passer rating was 52.8. Jones called the throw a poor decision and said he could not afford to make it. It was the seventh time this season his passer rating fell short of 90.0.
Season numbers and history
Jones has completed 59.6% of his passes this season, a career low. He has thrown six interceptions and four touchdowns.
Richardson remains backup
Anthony Richardson Sr., a former first-round pick selected fourth overall in 2023, is Jones’ backup. Richardson has not played in a game this year. Across his career, Richardson has completed 50.6% of his passes for 2,400 yards, with 11 touchdowns and 13 interceptions.
Key points
- Steichen said he has not considered a quarterback change and voiced confidence in Jones.
- Jones threw for 108 yards and had an interception in the 16-10 loss to Minnesota.
- Jones’ season completion rate is a career-low 59.6%, with six interceptions and four touchdowns.
- Backup Anthony Richardson Sr. has not appeared in a game this season.