Daniel Jones won the Colts’ Week 1 job over Anthony Richardson, a decision many inside the building viewed as close through camp. Jones, who signed a one-year, $14 million pact, has the edge after two preseason games and a higher PFF grade (73.2) than Richardson (56.6). Colts aim to leverage Jones’s steadiness early while leaving room for Richardson to flash later in the season. The Miami matchup remains a test, with Jones’ efficiency carrying floor but Richardson’s ceiling still tantalizing for fantasy managers.

Across the rest of the league, Tampa Bay faces a rough start as Jalen McMillan suffers a severe neck strain that could sideline him for a chunk of the season, forcing rookie Emeka Ebuka to step up alongside a veteran WR group. The Giants welcome back Andrew Thomas from the PUP, a crucial upgrade for pass protection, while Green Bay’s Dontayvion Wicks deals with a calf issue. Malik Nabers re-enters practice with the Giants, adding to a crowded receiving corps. The headline notes a blend of veteran stability and high-ceiling youth shaping early fantasy value.