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Daniel Jones sends emotional message to the Colts after his season-ending surgery

The Indianapolis Colts will no longer have their star quarterback for the rest of the season, but Daniel Jones did not leave before saying goodbye to the fans, his teammates, and everyone else while he recovers from his Achilles surgery.

Daniel Jones looks on prior to the game vs the Chiefs on November 23, 2025 in Kansas City.
Ā© Getty ImagesDaniel Jones looks on prior to the game vs the Chiefs on November 23, 2025 in Kansas City.

Daniel Jones addressed the Indianapolis Colts fans with a personal and emotional message after undergoing season-ending surgery for a torn Achilles. He expressed deep appreciation for the outpouring of support, saying,ā€œThank you… for the overwhelming support,ā€ signaling how much the organization and fanbase meant to him during a difficult stretch.

He also reflected on the abrupt end to his year, calling it a ā€œtough way to end the seasonā€ but emphasizing how meaningful it was to ā€œwear the horseshoe and play for Colts fans.ā€ Jones admitted he’ll ā€œmiss lining up with my guys,ā€ offering a glimpse into the connection he built within the locker room.

Without Daniel Jones, the Colts’ situation is significantly more complicated. They are currently dealing with a three-game losing streak that is dangerously moving them away from the playoffs. Now, they must rely on a backup quarterback to try and turn things around.

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Daniel Jones’ strong season

Jones was just one win away from matching the nine victories he achieved with the Giants in 2022. Furthermore, he was only three games shy of matching the 16 games played in a season, which he also posted with New York that year. His season with the Colts ended prematurely after 13 games with an 8-5-0 record.

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Despite being knocked out of the season before the playoff push, Jones officially recorded his second year with 3,000+ yards, a feat he hadn’t accomplished since 2022 and 2019. Additionally, this season was his second-best in terms of touchdowns with 19 total, just five shy of his 2019 total.

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Who will replace Jones for the Colts?

Both Riley Leonard and Brett Rypien are available on the Colts’ depth chart. However, a few days ago, Philip Rivers was seen at the team’s practices, suggesting the team is actively seeking a solution to their current crisis. As such, a final decision is pending on who will replace Jones for the remainder of the season.

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