Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen said he does not blame fans for booing after his team lost 26-20 to the previously winless Tennessee Titans. The loss dropped the Colts to 2-4 and drew loud criticism from the home crowd, including chants of 'Fire Ballard' referencing general manager Chris Ballard. Veteran defensive tackle De Forest Buckner expressed frustration, noting the Titans were 0-5 before the game.
The Colts held a 13-0 halftime lead but surrendered 20 unanswered points in the second half due to turnovers and defensive lapses. Despite outgaining the Titans significantly, Indianapolis suffered a major collapse. Steichen acknowledged the team has much to fix and must do so quickly.
Quarterback Daniel Jones, who signed an $88 million extension, threw two interceptions and now has nine turnovers this season. Steichen confirmed Jones remains the starter. Buckner, returning from neck surgery, led the team in sacks but voiced deep frustration over repeated underperformance.
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