# Colts and Patriots preseason opener ends in tie > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indianapolis-colts-quarterback-competition > Updated: 2026-08-15T02:55:33.000Z. Sources: 39. Developments: 5. The Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots played to a 13-13 tie in their preseason opener at Gillette Stadium. Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson delivered a volatile performance. His first quarter was marked by a fumble and an interception thrown to Kindle Vildor. Richardson finished the game more strongly, completing 11 of 14 passes for 145 yards and scoring a touchdown on a one-yard sneak. In the backup competition, Riley Leonard also faced difficulties, completing 10 of 21 passes for 89 yards and throwing an interception. Undrafted free agent Anderson Castle made a notable debut with an 18-yard rush. For the Patriots, starter Drake Maye was rested. Backup Tommy DeVito led the offense for the first half, completing 13 of 22 passes for 138 yards and a 12-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Williams. He was replaced by Behren Morton, who completed 7 of 13 passes for 66 yards. The New England defense recorded two interceptions, including one by John Saunders Jr., while offensive lineman Marcus Bryant earned high grades for pass-blocking. Beyond the on-field play, the Colts suffered a significant coaching setback. Special teams coordinator Brian Mason sustained a severe knee injury during the final play of the game after being “rolled up” by players from both teams on the sideline during a Hail Mary attempt. Reports indicate Mason may have torn multiple ligaments. Head coach Shane Steichen confirmed Mason was being evaluated; while surgery requirements remain unknown, senior assistant Joe Hastings is available to assist the coaching staff in the interim. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-15: New England Patriots rookies struggle in preseason debut New England Patriots rookies Caleb Lomu and Gabe Jacas showed flashes of potential but struggled with technical execution during their preseason debut against the Indianapolis Colts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-england-patriots-rookies-struggle-in-preseason-debut ### 2026-08-14: Indianapolis Colts coordinator Brian Mason suffers severe knee injury Colts special teams coordinator Brian Mason suffered a severe knee injury involving multiple torn ligaments during the preseason opener against the New England Patriots. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-england-patriots-and-indianapolis-colts-tie-in-preseason-opener ### 2026-08-14: Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots tie 13-13 in preseason opener The Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots tied 13-13 in their preseason opener, highlighted by Anthony Richardson's touchdown run and two turnovers. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anthony-richardson-shows-mixed-performance-in-colts-preseason-opener ### 2026-08-11: Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots face off in preseason opener The Indianapolis Colts face the New England Patriots in their NFL preseason opener, with Colts QB Anthony Richardson set to start the first half. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anthony-richardson-to-start-colts-preseason-opener-against-patriots ### 2026-08-09: Anthony Richardson faces uncertain future with Indianapolis Colts Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson is battling Riley Leonard for the backup role behind Daniel Jones amid uncertainty regarding his future and a previous trade request. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indianapolis-colts-face-uncertainty-over-anthony-richardsons-future --- Cite as: Colts and Patriots preseason opener ends in tie. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indianapolis-colts-quarterback-competition