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Colts Announce QB Sam Ehlinger Will Start For The Rest Of The Season Over Injured Matt Ryan

The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be facing a new starting quarterback here in a few weeks.

According to Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee member Mike Chappell, the Indianapolis Colts have benched QB Matt Ryan in-favor of Sam Ehlinger.

Per source, Colts benching Matt Ryan, turning to Sam Ehlinger. Sam makes 1st career start Sunday vs. Washington. Nick Foles will be No. 2.

— Mike Chappell (@mchappell51) October 24, 2022

ESPN Insider Adam Schefter added further context from Colts HC Frank Reich, stating that the tentative plan is for Ehlinger to start the rest of the 2022 season.