SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • COLTS.COM
JACOB EASON
Colts Daily Notebook: Jacob Eason, Brett Hundley Stay Ready As Carson Wentz Gets Treatment On Sprained Ankles Eason and Hundley talked about their mindset ahead of the Colts' Week 3 game against the Tennessee Titans.
No lock to start if Wentz sits Eason saw fewer reps with the Colts' first-team offense than practice squad quarterback Brett Hundley at Wednesday's practice, which could suggest the latter is the top candidate t...
Impact Wentz didn't practice Wednesday after spraining both of his ankles in last week's loss to the Rams, which doesn't inspire much early confidence about his availability for the Week 3 matchup. Even though Eason already possesses a spot on the 40-man roster and has recent draft capital (2020 fourth-round selection) working in his favor, head coach Frank Reich may favor the experience that Hundley -- who has appeared in 18 games through seven professional seasons -- offers at the position. Eason, meanwhile, didn't make his NFL debut until stepping in on the Colts' final drive last week for the injured Wentz, completing two of five attempts for 25 yards and an interception.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Likely next man up Eason is the favorite to start Sunday's game against the Titans if Carson Wentz (ankle) is unable to suit up, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
Impact Coach Frank Reich declined to confirm Wednesday whether Eason or practice squad resident Brett Hundley would start if Wentz, who is nursing sprains in both ankles, is ultimately ruled out Week 3. Hundley (nine career starts) boasts more experience than Eason, who looked overwhelmed in emergency duty against the Rams last week, but Bowen notes that the 2020 fourth-round pick is still the likely favorite for a spot start, if necessary.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Colts 'confident' quarterback Jacob Eason can step up if injured Carson Wentz can't play Jacob Eason got his first NFL game action Sunday and it did not go great. But the Colts still have confidence in him if Carson Wentz can't p...
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Winless Colts trying to turn around season without Wentz
The Indianapolis Colts came into this season expecting to make the playoffs and hoping to play in the Super BowlSEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Colts' Carson Wentz exits Rams loss with ankle injury, replaced by Jacob Eason Wentz took a hard hit from Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald and appeared to suffer a lower leg injury.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Ineffective in emergency duty Eason entered Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Rams for Carson Wentz (ankle) with 2:23 remaining and completed two of five passes for 15 yards with no touchdowns and one interception.
Impact The second-year signal-caller drew the proverbial short straw for Sunday's emergency duty, coming into the contest with the game on the line against a ferocious defense. Eason promptly was intercepted on his second pass attempt to short-circuit what would be the Colts' last realistic opportunity to drive for at least a tie, and his only two completions subsequently came against an extreme prevent defense with under 30 seconds remaining and deep in his own territory. Wentz significantly rolled his ankle on the play that knocked him out of the contest as per postgame reports, so it remains to be seen if Eason will be called on for a spot start versus the Titans on the road in Week 3.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jalen Ramsey picks off Jacob Eason on QB's second pass attempt Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey picks off Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacob Eason on QB's second pass attempt.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • NFL.COM
Colts QB Carson Wentz injured vs. Rams, Jacob Eason checks in Wentz took a hard hit from Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald and appeared to suffer a lower leg injury.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Wentz to sit out as Colts add 3 to COVID-19 list
The Indianapolis Colts have put starting quarterback Carson Wentz, starting center Ryan Kelly and starting receiver Zach Pascal on the reserve/COVID-19 listAUGUST 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Frank Reich names Jacob Eason Carson's Wentz backup as Colts quarterback Reich: 'He got in there and looked comfortable, looked like he belonged. ... I think he’s earned the trust and respect of the team.'
AUGUST 29, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
Will start if Wentz can't Eason will be the Week 1 starting quarterback if Carson Wentz (foot) isn't cleared to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Eason was competing with Sam Ehlinger, who now is expected to miss at least a month with an ACL sprain. However, Wentz returned to practice this past week and seems to be gearing up for the opener, so the battle between Eason and Ehlinger had lost some of its intrigue even before the injury.
AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jacob Eason Postgame Press Conference ' Colts at Lions
AUGUST 28, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Ten takeaways from the Colts' preseason finale: Jacob Eason shines; Quenton Nelson's status Eason finished the preseason with better numbers than Sam Ehlinger, who left the game against the Lions with a knee injury.
AUGUST 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Seems set for No. 2 role Eason completed 10 of 14 passes for 74 yards in Friday's preseason win over the Lions.
Impact He was under center for the Colts' first three drives and led them to two field goals, although one of those possessions started at the Detroit 18-yard line. The second-year QB didn't exactly stretch the field, but with Carson Wentz looking increasingly likely to be ready for Week 1 against Seattle, Eason seems locked into the No. 2 role -- particularly after Sam Ehlinger left Friday's game with a knee injury.
AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Colts beat Lions 27-17, but lose QB Sam Ehlinger to injury
Rookie Sam Ehlinger was knocked out of the preseason finale with a knee injury, delivering another hit on the Indianapolis Colts’ depth chart at quarterback in a 27-17 win over the...AUGUST 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Colts close out training camp nearly at full strength
The Indianapolis Colts opened training camp without their coach or their All-Pro linebackerAUGUST 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting Friday night Eason will start at quarterback in Friday's preseason game against Detroit, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Impact Head coach Frank Reich said the Colts will rest most of their starters, though not necessarily all of them. Eason has been viewed as a potential Week 1 starter ever since Carson Wentz had foot surgery, but the former Eagle now appears on track for the season opener. If nothing else, Eason still is the favorite for the backup job, as Sam Ehlinger has tossed three interceptions in two preseason games.
AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Wentz leads key trio of Colts back onto practice field
Starting quarterback Carson Wentz, All-Pro guard Quenton Nelson and center Ryan Kelly all returned to Indianapolis Colts practice Monday after each missed roughly three weeksAUGUST 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jacob Eason Postgame ' Preseason Week 2 at Vikings
AUGUST 22, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Gets turn as backup to Ehlinger Eason was 16-for-27 passing for 132 yards and notched a three-yard carry during Saturday's preseason win in Minnesota.
Impact After Eason started preseason Week 1 ahead of Sam Ehlinger, the tables turned Saturday, with the latter getting the first five possessions of the game. Ehlinger has been turnover prone through two exhibitions -- three interceptions versus no touchdowns -- but he's also turned 10 rushes into 41 yards. Meanwhile, Eason has combined for 31 completions, 315 yards, no TDs and no picks on 48 attempts during that stretch. Considering he's been more crisp as a passer, Eason may have the edge on Ehlinger to start Week 1, assuming Carson Wentz (foot) is unable to suit up.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Doyel: Please, pretty please, let Jacob Eason steal job from Carson Wentz Not a prediction, but how cool would it be for Jacob Eason to announce himself as the Colts' answer at quarterback, sending Carson Wentz out...
AUGUST 19, 2021 • THESTARPRESS.COM
Is Jacob Eason starting to seize control of Indianapolis Colts' QB competition? Jacob Eason let Sam Ehlinger creep into the backup QB competition. But over the past few of days, he's been doing his part to push Ehlinger...
AUGUST 18, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Colts defense helps Eason's development Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacob Eason discusses his development as a quarterback.
AUGUST 18, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM
After stellar preseason debut, Colts QB Jacob Eason delivers finest practice of camp "You could see the decisions were just happening that much quicker today. He was seeing it better. I think he’s feeling more confident in hi...
AUGUST 17, 2021 • THESTARPRESS.COM
