The more conservative path for the Colts would be to start the season with Riley Leonard or Anthony Richardson as their starter. That would buy Jones a few extra weeks to strengthen his ankle ligaments. Even if that happens, fans in Indianapolis should be cautiously optimistic about how Jones' rehab is progressing.

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid stopped short of saying Patrick Mahomes will be on the field when the team hosts the Denver Broncos in Week 1 of the 2026 campaign, but he said there is a "chance" that will happen.