From Luck to Chaos: How the Colts’ Quarterback Struggles Became the NFL’s Biggest Mystery.

In August 2019, Luck announced his retirement, citing mental and physical exhaustion. This abrupt decision left the Colts scrambling for a successor.

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Backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett stepped in as the starter for the 2019 season. Despite a strong start, the team finished with a 7–9 record, missing the playoffs.

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In 2020, the Colts signed veteran quarterback Philip Rivers to a one-year deal. Rivers led the team to an 11–5 record and a playoff berth but retired after the season.

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The Colts traded for Carson Wentz in 2021, hoping to rekindle his success under coach Frank Reich. However, inconsistency led to a 9–8 record, and Wentz was traded after one season.

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In 2022, the Colts acquired veteran Matt Ryan. Despite high expectations, Ryan's performance declined, leading to a mid-season benching.

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Midway through the 2022 season, head coach Frank Reich was fired. In a surprising move, former player Jeff Saturday was appointed as interim head coach, but the team continued to struggle.

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In 2025, the Colts signed veteran quarterback Daniel Jones to a one-year, $14 million deal. Jones is expected to compete with Richardson for the starting role, adding another layer of uncertainty to the quarterback situation.

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This series of events has left the Colts in a perpetual search for stability under center, making their quarterback situation one of the NFL's most enigmatic.

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