Wickersham Predicts Minshew Over Jones for Colts

0:00On February 26, ESPN analyst Seth Wickersham recently predicted starting quarterbacks for every team in week one of the 2026 season. For the Indianapolis Colts, he picks Gardner Menshu over Daniel Jones. Wickersham expects Jones to miss time after his Achilles injury, making Menshu a smart low-cost choice. He notes Menshu's strong play under Colts' coach Shane Stuykin back in 2023 and sees him bridging the gap alongside second year. Wickerback Riley Leonard, but not everyone buys into this idea. Jones has said he plans to be ready by training camp, and the Colts showed faith in their young talent last season when Leonard impressed in his debut. Against Houston, Richardson is still on the roster too, so the team might lean internal rather than chase an outside veteran like Menshu for a back up role. As the Colts build their quarterback room, these predictions keep the off-season buzz alive while fans wait for real moves.