Indianapolis, IN, August 12, 2026 —

Indianapolis is set to host a preseason football game featuring the New England Patriots and the Indianapolis Colts. However, the highly anticipated matchup will be without both teams’ potential starting or developmental quarterbacks, Drake Maye and Daniel Jones.

Sources indicate that neither Maye, a rookie quarterback for the Patriots, nor Jones, who is expected to compete for the starting role with the Colts, will participate in the exhibition game. The decision regarding player participation, particularly for key positions like quarterback, is common in preseason games as teams manage player workloads and evaluate other roster spots.

The specific reasons for Maye and Jones being held out of this particular game were not immediately provided. Teams often use preseason games to give younger players experience, allow established veterans to rest, or evaluate players in different roles before the regular season begins.

The game is scheduled to take place in Indianapolis, offering local fans an opportunity to see their Colts team in action against an AFC East opponent. The absence of Maye and Jones means that other quarterbacks on both rosters will likely see significant playing time. For the Patriots, this could provide further opportunities for other quarterbacks on their depth chart to showcase their abilities. Similarly, the Colts will have a chance to evaluate their quarterback situation beyond Jones.

Further details regarding the full rosters and the coaching staff’s specific game plans for this preseason contest were not disclosed. The overall impact of these quarterback absences on the game’s competitive dynamic remains to be seen as both teams prepare for the upcoming NFL season.



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