NFL Insider Makes Massive Claim About Ex-Giant Daniel Jones
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Will Daniels Jones get the chance to star again? The starting quarterback position for the Indianapolis Colts likely belongs to Anthony Richardson for the time being, but that could change quickly.
In fact, one NFL Insider is convinced that the Colts' QB situation is already trending that way.
Putting together a list of quarterbacks who are on the hot seat in the NFL, Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio pointed to Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson as a collective, while stating that "it already feels like Jones will be the Week 1 starter."
That's a major assumption for the former New York Giants passer.
"He'll then have a chance to lock the revolving door the Colts have had since Andrew Luck retired," Florio wrote. "If he doesn't, the Colts will be looking elsewhere in 2026. As to Richardson, his best play is to play better than he ever has, if and when he gets the chance."
When the Colts decided to bring in Jones, it was made clear that they would a quarterback battle throughout the offseason. While Richardson started 15 games for the Colts over the past two seasons, the former fourth-overall pick isn't guaranteed a starting position next season.
Daniel Jones #17 of the Indianapolis Colts throws a pass during the Indianapolis Colts OTAs at Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center on May 28, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Daniel Jones #17 of the Indianapolis Colts throws a pass during the Indianapolis Colts OTAs at Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center on May 28, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.Not only does Richardson continue to struggle in the health department, but he's struggled on the field as well. Last season, Richardson attempted 264 passes. He completed under 50 percent of his throws, totaling 1,814 yards. He tossed just eight touchdowns while throwing 12 interceptions.
Jones' 2024 campaign wasn't all that inspiring, especially considering was benched after 10 games. He completed 63 percent of his passes for 2,070 yards and just eight touchdowns with the Giants. He turned the ball over nine times.
The biggest benefit in rolling out Jones over Richardson for the Colts would be the fact that the ex-Giant has much more experience under his belt. After getting taken in the first round out of Duke in 2019, Jones spent six seasons with the Giants, starting in all but one of the 70 games he played.
Before his injury-riddled 2023 season and the benching in 2024, Jones looked like he was on a decent upswing. The veteran quarterback threw for 3,205 yards, 15 touchdowns, and five interceptions. On the ground, he rushed for 708 yards and seven touchdowns.
Since the only winning season he had under center with the Giants, Jones struggled to stay healthy and consistent, which led to the franchise moving on. The Colts' situation isn't perfect, but it could be an opportunity for Jones to prove he still belongs. Soon, Indianapolis will fire up training camp, and the battle will ensue.
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