Indianapolis, Indiana – Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones has found a new home in Indianapolis, Indiana. After being released by the Giants last November, Jones has signed a one-year, $14 million contract with the Colts. This move comes after Jones spent the end of last season with the Minnesota Vikings, where he did not see any game action during their playoff run.
Jones will now compete with Anthony Richardson, the former No. 3 pick in the 2023 draft, who has had an inconsistent start to his NFL career. The one-year deal with the Colts includes incentives that could bring the total value up to $17.7 million.
During his six seasons with the Giants, Jones struggled to find success with a record of 24-44-1. His release from the Giants came in the middle of a regrettable four-year, $160 million extension. Despite signing with the Vikings to learn under head coach Kevin O’Connell, Jones did not get the opportunity to showcase his skills on the field.
Jones’ presence in the quarterback market was seen as a potential roadblock for stars like Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers. With his signing with the Colts, the quarterback carousel in the NFL continues to spin as teams maneuver to find their signal-callers for the upcoming season.
The move to Indianapolis offers Jones a fresh start and a chance to prove himself in a new environment. As he prepares to compete for the starting job with Richardson, Jones will look to showcase his talents and potentially resurrect his career in the NFL. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how Jones performs in his new role with the Colts.