Colts and Patriots Face Buyer’s Remorse After Costly Week 6 Performances

The aftermath of NFL Week 6 in the 2026 season has left two AFC front offices facing uncomfortable questions about their high-priced veteran investments. While the “overreaction” phase of the weekly news cycle often fades by Tuesday, the struggles of Daniel Jones in Indianapolis and A.J. Brown in New England have provided statistically significant cause for concern regarding their recent acquisitions.

For the Indianapolis Colts, the commitment to Jones was substantial. In March 2026, the team re-signed quarterback Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88 million extension, a deal that includes $60 million in full guarantees. However, that investment yielded a season-low performance in Week 6, as Jones posted a 20.4 QBR and threw two interceptions in a 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans.

Despite the outing, Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed Monday that Jones remains the team’s starting quarterback. The decision comes amid internal turbulence; former top-5 pick Anthony Richardson has reportedly requested a trade after being relegated to the backup role. With Jones struggling and Richardson seeking a path out of Indianapolis, the Colts’ quarterback room appears increasingly volatile as they fall further behind in the AFC South.

Internal pressure mounts in Indianapolis as the quarterback depth chart remains a point of contention.

The division race has only become more difficult for Indianapolis following a major move by the Houston Texans. Houston acquired star wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. in a mid-week trade, and Harrison Jr. immediately contributed to a 34-31 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Texans’ aggressive approach to talent acquisition stands in stark contrast to the current results of the Colts’ veteran-heavy strategy.

In New England, the “buyer’s remorse” narrative is focused on A.J. Brown. The Patriots paid a premium to acquire the veteran receiver from the Philadelphia Eagles in June 2026, sending a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to Philadelphia. In his Week 6 debut against the New York Jets, the returns were underwhelming. Brown saw 10 targets but managed only three catches for 27 yards, notably recording three drops during the contest.

While New England’s offensive struggles were a primary storyline, Week 6 also featured one of the season’s biggest upsets. The Arizona Cardinals, entering as 12.5-point underdogs, defeated the Los Angeles Rams 18-16.

For the Colts and Patriots, the Week 6 results represent more than just a single loss. With Jones’ massive extension looming over the cap and the Patriots having surrendered a future first-round pick for Brown, both franchises are now tied to veterans who must quickly justify the significant capital spent to secure them.

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