Jones signed on to compete with Anthony Richardson, and on Tuesday, he was named the Colts starter for the team's opener. Colts head coach Shane Steichen quickly confirmed Jones as the starter for the season and indicated it was not viewed as a short-term solution.

Jones, who was released by the Giants last year, is getting another chance to be a starting quarterback with the Colts.

The Indianapolis Colts will start Daniel Jones at quarterback this season, coach Shane Steichen announced Tuesday. Anthony Richardson be Jones' backup.