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Sports · Football (NFL) · published 2026-08-29 · via The Athletic

Colts finalize roster: Kicker battle resolved, receiver cuts loom

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The Indianapolis Colts finished preseason with a loss to Detroit and now face roster cuts to 53 players. Quarterback Daniel Jones is healthy and set to start, while the backup spot remains contested between Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson. At running back, Seth McGowan secured the No. 2 role, and the team must decide between Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Laquon Treadwell at receiver.

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Daniel Jones returns from a torn Achilles suffered last December, and the Colts have confirmed he will start Week 1 without taking a preseason snap. The backup race between Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson remains unresolved, with both showing inconsistency during camp. Coach Shane Steichen has declined to name a No. 2.

At running back, Seth McGowan's physical style and reliable hands earned him the backup role behind

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