Getty Brian Mason suffered a knee injury
The Indianapolis Colts opened their 2026 preseason against the New England Patriots on Thursday night at Gillette Stadium. The game featured several notable developments as both teams evaluated players ahead of the regular season.
Anthony Richardson started at quarterback for Indianapolis, while several other Colts starters, including Daniel Jones, remained on the sideline. The Patriots also rested most of their starters, including quarterback Drake Maye, as both teams used the opener to assess their rosters.
The game ultimately finished 13-13 after Indianapolis tied the score late with a 61-yard field goal.
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