1 of 5 | Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones throws a pass against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI | License Photo
Daniel Jones, De’Von Achane and Zach Ertz were among the NFL players injured in Week 14. Injured players will be evaluated this week to determine the extent of their injuries and potential timelines for return.
Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen said Jones sustained a potentially season-ending right Achilles injury in the first half of a 36-19 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday in Jacksonville, Fla. He did not return.
Sources confirmed Monday to NFL Network and ESPN that Jones tore his Achilles and will require season-ending surgery.
Jones completed 5 of 7 passes for 60 yards and an interception against the Jaguars. The seven-year veteran completed a career-high 68% of his throws for 3,101 yards, 19 scores and eight interceptions through 13 starts this season. He also ran for 164 yards and five scores on 45 carries.
Backup quarterback Riley Leonard completed 18 of 29 passes for 145 yards and an interception against the Jaguars. He also ran for a score.
Brett Rypien is the Colts’ practice squad quarterback. Former Colts starter Anthony Richardson remains on injured reserve as he recovers from a fractured orbital bone.
Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith (concussion) and cornerback Chris Lammons (foot) were among other players injured in Sunday’s loss.
The Colts (8-5) will face the Seattle Seahawks (10-3) on Sunday in Seattle.
Marcus Mariota comforted an emotional Zach Ertz on the injury cart
( FOX) pic.twitter.com/zr4Cqopyhs— ESPN (@espn) December 7, 2025
The Seahawks lost tight end Elijah Arroyo and defensive tackle Brandon Pili to knee injuries during a 37-9 win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday in Atlanta. Falcons pass rusher Jalon Walker also left that game early because of a quad issue.
The Falcons (4-9) will battle the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6) in Week 15.
Buccaneers guard Ben Bredeson (knee), safety Tykee Smith (stinger) and linebacker Haason Reddick (ankle) exited early during a 24-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday in Tampa, Fla.
Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane sustained a rib injury in the first half of a 34-10 win over the New York Jets on Sunday in East Rutherford, N.J. He totaled 105 yards from scrimmage and a score on eight touches before his exit. Backup running back Jaylen Wright logged 24 carries for 107 yards in the victory.
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Achane’s shoulder was “hurting,” but he could have returned to the game, if necessary. He said “one would hope,” when asked if Achane will be available for Week 15.
“The good news is, as you guys saw, we do have some other players to hand the ball off to as well,” McDaniel told reporters. “I promise you, he’ll be in there if he’s ready.”
Dolphins safety Elijah Campbell (knee/ankle) and linebackers Tyrel Dodson (hamstring) and Caleb Johnson (shoulder) also sustained injuries.
The Jets lost quarterback Tyrod Taylor (groin), defensive lineman Tyler Baron (knee), cornerback Azareye’h Thomas (shoulder) and linebacker Francisco Mauigoa (shoulder) to injuries during the loss.
The Dolphins (6-7) will face the Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6) on Dec. 15 in Pittsburgh. The Jets (3-10) will take on the Jaguars (9-4) in Week 15.
Steelers tight end Darnell Washington (concussion) and offensive tackle Andrus Peat (concussion) exited during a 27-22 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday in Baltimore. Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell also left early because of a knee injury.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels departed during the third quarter of a 31-0 loss to the Minnesota Vikings due to an elbow injury.
Commanders coach Dan Quinn told reporters tight end Zach Ertz sustained an ACL injury.
Daniels completed 9 of 20 passes for 78 yards and an interception. He also ran for 16 yards on four carries. Backup quarterback Marcus Mariota completed 2 of 4 passes for 30 yards. He also threw an interception and lost a fumble.
Quinn said Daniels fell on his left elbow and could have returned, but he decided to keep Mariota in the game. He said “early signs” showed a serious injury for Ertz.
The Commanders (3-10) will play the New York Giants (2-11) in Week 15.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith sustained a shoulder injury during a 24-17 loss to the Denver Broncos. Smith completed 13 of 21 passes for 116 yards and a score. Backup quarterback Kenny Pickett completed 8 of 11 passes for 97 yards and a score.
Tight end Ian Thomas (calf) and cornerback Kyu Blu Kelly (knee) were among the other Raiders players injured.
Raiders coach Pete Carroll told reporters that Smith jammed up his shoulder, but initial assessment did not “show any damage.” Carroll said Blue Kelly’s injury is considered “serious.”
The Raiders (2-11) will face the Philadelphia Eagles (8-4) on Sunday in Philadelphia.
From @GMFB: More on the #Colts losing QB Daniel Jones for the season, as Indy now must add another QB. pic.twitter.com/viCgfPGteA— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 8, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals pass rusher Joseph Osai (shin) and safety P.J. Jules (ankle) were injured during a 39-34 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Arizona Cardinals left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. and defensive lineman Bilal Nichols sustained knee injuries during a 45-17 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
The Cleveland Browns lost cornerback Denzel Ward (calf), tight end David Njoku (knee) and wide receiver Malachi Corley (concussion) during a 31-29 loss to the Tennessee Titans.
Titans offensive tackle Dan Moore Jr. also left that game early due to a neck injury.
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (knee) and offensive lineman Wanya Morris were ruled out during a 20-10 loss to the Houston Texans.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid said McDuffie hyperextended the knee and would be evaluated this week. The Chiefs (6-7) will host the Los Angeles Chargers (8-4) in Week 15.
The Chargers will host the Eagles in the NFL’s Week 14 finale at 8:15 p.m. EST Monday in Inglewood, Calif.
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John Elway’s first Super Bowl win, 1998Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway lifts the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XXXII at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego on January 25, 1998. The win marked Elway’s first Super Bowl title and included his famed “helicopter” run, one of the signature plays of his Hall of Fame career. Photo by Mickey Pfleger/UPI | License Photo
